ADCOTIES Skills-Based Certificate Admission Form for 2025/2026 Academic Session; The Adamawa State College of Technology, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Studies (ADCOTIES), Gulak, has commenced admission into its skills-based certificate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates seeking practical vocational training through the National Skills Qualification (NSQ) certificate programmes. Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2 across several skill areas.
About the ADCOTIES Skills-Based Certificate Programmes
The skills-based certificate admission is designed for candidates who want to acquire practical vocational skills through the National Skills Qualification (NSQ) framework.
Each programme is affiliated with a recognised occupational body, and successful applicants will be admitted into NSQ Levels 1 and 2 based on the programme structure approved by the college.
Available NSQ Certificate Programmes
ADCOTIES is offering the following National Skills Qualification certificate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Welding & Fabrication
This programme is offered under the occupational area of the Nigeria Institute of Welding (NIW).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Electrical Installation Repairs & Maintenance
The programme is offered under the occupational area of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Solar PVC Installation & Maintenance
This programme is also offered under the occupational area of the Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Computer Hardware Repairs & Maintenance
The programme falls under the occupational area of the Computer Professionals Registration Council of Nigeria (CPN).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Catering Operations & Services
This programme is offered under the occupational area of the National Institute for Hospitality and Tourism (NIHOTOUR).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Garment Making & Fashion Design
The programme is offered under the occupational area of the Fashion Designers Association of Nigeria (FADAN).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Automobile Mechanics
This programme falls under the occupational area of the National Automotive Design and Development Council (NADDC).
Training is available at NSQ Levels 1 and 2.
Entry Requirement
Candidates interested in the ADCOTIES skills-based certificate programmes are expected to possess:
- Individual motivation.
- Basic literacy.
These are the minimum entry requirements for admission into the listed NSQ certificate programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Programme Duration
Each NSQ level has a duration of nine months.
Applicants should note that the nine-month duration applies to each level of the training programme.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the online application through the ADCOTIES online application portal.
Applicants are advised to provide accurate personal information during registration and ensure that their application is completed before the deadline.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday, 15 July 2026.
Candidates interested in the 2025/2026 skills-based certificate programmes are encouraged to complete and submit their online applications before the closing date.
Enquiries
Applicants who require additional information may visit the Office of the Registrar at the ADCOTIES campus.
For admission-related enquiries, candidates can also contact the college through the following phone number:
- 07066274008
