Kogi State Polytechnic HND Admission Form 2026/2027. Kogi State Polytechnic has commenced the sale of its Higher National Diploma (HND) and part-time admission forms for the 2026/2027 academic session.
- HND and part-time forms are now on sale
- Programmes span five academic schools
- Application form fee: ₦10,000
- Screening fee: ₦10,000
- Deadline: 16 June 2026
Applicants are strongly advised to carefully review all entry requirements, especially course-specific conditions, before applying.
Overview
Kogi State Polytechnic has officially opened applications for admission into its regular HND and part-time programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The announcement outlines available courses across five schools, admission requirements, application procedures, transcript guidelines, fees, and the closing date. Candidates are expected to comply strictly with all instructions to avoid disqualification.
Kogi State Polytechnic HND Courses for 2026/2027
The institution offers Higher National Diploma programmes under the following five schools:
School of Applied Sciences
- Computer Science
- Software and Web Development
- Networking and Cloud Computing
- Statistics
- Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Environmental Biology options)
- Chemistry
- Biochemistry
- Environmental Biology
- Microbiology
School of Art, Design and Printing
- Industrial Design (Graphics, Textiles, Ceramics options)
- Graphics
- Textiles
- Ceramics
- Fine Arts (Painting, Sculpture options)
- Painting
- Sculpture
School of Engineering Technology
- Mineral/Petroleum Resources Engineering (Mining, Geological, Mineral Processing options)
- Mining Engineering Technology
- Geological Engineering Technology
- Mineral Processing Engineering Technology
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology (Power and Machine, Electronics and Telecommunication options)
- Power and Machine
- Electronics and Telecommunication
- Metallurgical and Material Engineering Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology (Manufacturing option)
School of Environmental Technology
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Architectural Technology
- Building Technology
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
School of Management Studies
- Accountancy
- Business Administration and Management
- Library and Information Science
- Office Technology and Management
- Public Administration
Kogi State Polytechnic HND Entry Requirements
Admission requirements vary by programme and school. However, applicants are generally expected to possess:
- A relevant National Diploma (ND)
- Minimum of Lower Credit with CGPA of 2.50 and above
- Five O’Level credits in not more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, SSCE, GCE, or NABTEB)
- One year of compulsory Industrial Training (IT), or a pass in ND with at least two years of Industrial Training
- ND transcript (mandatory for all applicants)
School of Applied Sciences Entry Requirements
Computer Science
Applicants for HND in Networking and Cloud Computing, Software and Web Development must:
- Possess ND in Computer Science with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Have five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, and Physics
- Include a credit in any other Science and Social Science subject
- Complete one year IT or have ND pass with two years IT
- Submit ND transcript
Statistics
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Statistics with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Have five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, and Geography
- Include Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or Agricultural Science
- Meet IT requirements as stated above
- Submit ND transcript
Science Laboratory Technology
Applicants must:
- Possess ND in SLT with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Have five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and Physics
- Include an additional Science and Social Science subject
- Meet IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
School of Art, Design and Printing Entry Requirements
Industrial Design (Graphics, Textiles, Ceramics)
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Fine Arts with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Have five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, Fine Arts/Visual Arts, and relevant subjects such as Chemistry, History, Biology, Literature in English, Clothing and Textiles, Religious Knowledge, or Sciences
- Complete IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Fine Arts (Painting and Sculpture)
Requirements are identical to Industrial Design.
School of Engineering Technology Entry Requirements
Mineral/Petroleum Resources Engineering
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Mineral Resources Engineering Technology with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Have five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry
- Include one subject from Biology/Agric Science, Technical Drawing, Electronics, Auto Mechanics, Metal Work, Geography, Economics, Commerce, or Food and Nutrition
- Complete IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Electrical/Electronic or related engineering discipline
- Minimum Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry
- Include one additional relevant technical subject
- Meet IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Metallurgical and Material Engineering Technology
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Metallurgy or Mechanical Engineering Technology (Lower Credit minimum)
- Have five O’Level credits including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and one additional science/technical subject
- Meet IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Civil Engineering Technology
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Civil Engineering Technology (Lower Credit minimum)
- Have five O’Level credits including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and one additional subject
- Meet IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Mechanical Engineering Technology (Manufacturing Option)
Applicants must:
- Possess five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and one other subject
- Hold ND in Mechanical Engineering Technology with at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50+)
- Have at least one year post-ND industrial experience plus certified computer training
- In special cases, ND pass (CGPA 2.0–2.49) with two years’ relevant experience may be considered
School of Environmental Technology Entry Requirements
Urban and Regional Planning
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Urban and Regional Planning (Lower Credit minimum)
- Have five O’Level credits including English, Mathematics, Geography, and two other relevant subjects
- Meet IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Architectural Technology, Building Technology, Surveying and Geoinformatics
Applicants must:
- Possess ND in relevant discipline with Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50+)
- Have five O’Level credits including English, Mathematics, Physics, and two relevant subjects
- Include subjects such as Chemistry, Geography, Technical Drawing, Fine Art, Economics, or Computer Studies
- Complete IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
- Candidates with pass grade must have at least two years’ relevant work experience
School of Management Studies Entry Requirements
Accountancy
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Accountancy or related fields (Taxation, Banking and Finance, Insurance, etc.)
- Minimum Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50)
- Five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, and Economics or Commerce
- Include relevant Science and Social Science subjects
- Complete IT requirement
- Submit ND transcript
Business Administration and Management
Applicants must possess ND in relevant management-related disciplines.
Library and Information Science / Office Technology and Management
Requirements are the same as Accountancy, but candidates must hold ND in the respective field.
Public Administration
Applicants must:
- Hold ND in Public Administration or related disciplines
- Have credit pass in Government or Civic Education at O’Level
- Meet general HND requirements including IT and ND transcript submission
How to Apply for Kogi State Polytechnic HND Form
Applicants are to apply via the official Kogi State Polytechnic portal.
They are required to generate two separate Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) numbers:
- One for the application form
- One for the screening fee
Payment must be completed through the approved channels before proceeding with registration.
Kogi State Polytechnic HND Form Fees
- Application form fee: ₦10,000.00
- Screening fee: ₦10,000.00
Transcript Rule and Submission of Credentials
Applicants must ensure their academic transcripts are processed and sent directly to:
The Registrar, Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja
Additionally, candidates must submit hard copies of their credentials at the Admission Office on or before the closing date.
Closing Date
The deadline for submission of completed applications is six weeks from the date of publication, officially fixed as 16 June 2026. The institution has stated clearly that there will be no extension.
