Auchi Polytechnic HND Admission Form 2026/2027 Application Guide & Requirements
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Auchi Polytechnic has officially commenced applications for admission into its Higher National Diploma (HND) and Professional Diploma programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.
Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi HND & Post-HND Admission 2026/2027
Application Fee
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application & Screening Fee | ₦32,500 |
| Refund Status | Non-refundable |
Available Programmes
School of Agricultural Technology
- Agricultural Extension and Management (HND)
- Crop Production Technology (HND)
School of Applied Sciences and Technology
- Biochemistry (HND)
- Ceramic Technology (HND)
- Chemistry (HND)
- Environmental Biology (HND)
- Food Technology (HND)
- Geological Technology (HND)
- Hospitality Management (HND)
- Microbiology (Biology/Microbiology Option) (HND)
- Physics and Electronics (HND)
School of Art and Industrial Design
- Ceramics (HND)
- Fashion Design and Clothing Technology (HND)
- Graphics (HND)
- Painting (HND)
- Sculpture (HND)
- Textiles (HND)
School of Administration, Business and Management
- Business Administration (HND)
- Cooperative Economics & Management (HND)
- Human Resource Management (HND)
- Marketing (HND)
- Public Administration (HND)
- Procurement & Supply Chain Management (HND)
- Social Development (HND)
School of Engineering Technology
Agricultural and Bio-Environmental Engineering Technology
- Farm Power and Machinery Option (HND)
- Soil and Water Option (HND)
- Post-Harvest Option (HND)
Other Engineering Programmes
- Chemical Engineering Technology (HND)
- Civil Engineering Technology (HND)
- Computer Engineering Technology (HND)
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
- Electronics/Telecommunication Option (HND)
- Power/Machines Option (HND)
Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Manufacturing Option (HND)
- Plant Engineering Option (HND)
Additional Engineering Courses
- Mechatronics Engineering Technology (HND)
Minerals and Petroleum Resources Engineering Technology
- Geological Engineering Technology Option (HND)
- Mining Engineering Technology Option (HND)
Other Programmes
- Polymer Technology (HND)
- Welding & Fabrication Engineering Technology (HND)
School of Environmental Studies
- Architectural Technology (HND)
- Building Technology (HND)
- Estate Management and Valuation (HND)
- Quantity Surveying (HND)
- Surveying and Geo-Informatics (HND)
- Urban & Regional Planning (HND)
School of Financial Studies
- Accountancy (HND)
- Banking and Finance (HND)
- Microfinance & Enterprise Development (HND)
- Taxation (HND)
School of Information and Communication Technology
- Artificial Intelligence Technology (HND)
- Communication in Film and Multimedia Production (HND)
- Cyber Security Technology and Data Protection (HND)
- Journalism and Media Production (HND)
- Library & Information Science (HND)
- Computer Networking and Cloud Computing Technology (HND)
- Office Technology & Management (HND)
- Software and Web Development (HND)
- Statistics (HND)
HND Admission Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following requirements:
General Requirements
- Possess an ND certificate from a recognized institution
- ND programme must be NBTE accredited
- Have a valid JAMB admission letter and registration number
- Possess at least five (5) O’Level credits, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Results must not exceed two sittings
- Accepted examination bodies:
- WAEC
- NECO
- NABTEB
- Minimum of 1 year Industrial Training (IT) experience after ND
- Candidates with Pass grade in ND require 2 years IT experience
- Academic transcript is compulsory for candidates from other institutions
- NBTE-certified IT completion certificate must be uploaded
Candidates without JAMB admission are not eligible for HND admission.
Departmental Requirements
| Department | Additional Requirement |
|---|---|
| Mass Communication | Credit in Literature in English |
| Accountancy | Credit in Economics |
| Business Administration | Credit in Economics or Commerce |
| Estate Management | Credit in Economics or Geography |
| Urban & Regional Planning | Credit in Economics or Geography |
| Computer Science | Credit in Physics |
| Quantity Surveying | Credit in Physics |
| Surveying & Geo-Informatics | Credit in Physics |
| Ceramics Technology | Credit in a Pure Science subject |
Public Administration Requirements
Applicants must have credits in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Government
- History or Civic Education
Food Technology Requirements
Applicants must have credits in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
Professional Diploma Programmes
Professional Diploma in Building Technology
Requirements
- Minimum of Lower Credit in HND Building Technology
- HND must be from an NBTE-accredited institution
- NYSC completion or exemption is compulsory
Duration
| Programme | Duration |
|---|---|
| Professional Diploma in Building Technology | 18 Calendar Months (Minimum of 3 Semesters) |
Professional Diploma in Urban & Regional Planning
Requirements
- Minimum of Upper Credit in HND Urban & Regional Planning
- Lower Credit holders require 2 years cognate experience
- Pass holders require 3 years cognate experience
- NYSC completion or exemption is compulsory
- O’Level requirements also apply
How to Apply
Follow the steps below carefully:
- Visit the official portal:
www.auchipoly.edu.ng - Select your preferred portal
- Click on:
Apply for 2026/2027 HND or Professional Diploma - Complete the application request form carefully
- Create a username and password
- Generate your Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)
- Make payment through approved Remita channels
- Return to the portal after payment
- Login with your username and password
- Complete the full application form
- Upload:
- Passport photograph
- Required credentials
- Print:
- Acknowledgement slip
- Application summary sheet
Documents to Submit
Applicants are required to submit:
- Two photocopies of credentials
- Remita payment e-receipt
- Birth certificate
- Two recent passport photographs
Important Notice
Payments made outside the official Auchi Polytechnic portal are invalid.
Additional Notes
- False information may lead to disqualification
- Keep your login credentials secure
- Support is available on weekdays only
Support Information
| Contact | Details |
|---|---|
| Support Email | missupport2@auchipoly.edu.ng |
| Support Hours | Weekdays, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
