DESMAPOLY ND and HND Admission Forms 2026/2027; Delta State Maritime Polytechnic (DESMAPOLY), Burutu, has commenced the sale of application forms for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates seeking admission into the institution’s National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes.
The ND admission exercise covers full-time, part-time and weekend programmes across the Burutu, Kwale and Gbaregolor campuses, while the HND admission exercise is open to both full-time and part-time applicants.
Candidates are advised to carefully review the available courses, admission requirements, application procedures, fees and deadlines before applying.
Available Programmes at DESMAPOLY
The Polytechnic offers programmes under the following schools:
- School of Engineering Technology
- School of Science and Technology
- School of Safety and Environmental Studies
- School of Maritime Transport and Business Studies
Some programmes are available only at the Burutu Campus, while others are offered across the institution’s campuses and study centres unless otherwise stated.
DESMAPOLY National Diploma (ND) Admission 2026/2027
Who Can Apply for ND Admission?
Candidates seeking admission into the National Diploma programmes must possess the required O’Level qualifications for their chosen courses.
Applicants must have:
- Five credit passes including English Language and Mathematics.
- Three other relevant subjects related to the chosen programme.
- Results obtained from WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB.
- Credits obtained in not more than two sittings.
ND Courses Available at DESMAPOLY
School of Engineering Technology
The following ND programmes are available:
- Marine Engineering (Burutu Campus only)
- Boat and Ship Building (Burutu Campus only)
- Computer Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Oil and Gas Engineering
- Basic and Applied Electricity
Applicants interested in Marine Engineering or Boat and Ship Building should note that both programmes are available only at the Burutu Campus.
School of Science and Technology
Available ND programmes include:
- Nautical Science and Seamanship (Burutu Campus only)
- Computer Science
- Fisheries and Fisheries Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
Candidates applying for Nautical Science and Seamanship should note that the programme is available only at Burutu.
School of Safety and Environmental Studies
Available programmes include:
- Industrial Safety and Environmental Management
- Estate Management
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
Applicants should ensure their O’Level subjects are suitable for the selected course.
School of Maritime Transport and Business Studies
Available ND programmes include:
- Maritime Transport
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Marketing
- Public Administration
Candidates applying for business-related programmes should ensure their O’Level subjects align with the programme requirements.
ND O’Level Requirements
Candidates must possess five credit passes including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Three other relevant subjects
Results may be obtained from:
- WAEC
- NECO
- GCE
- NABTEB
All required credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
Subject Combinations for ND Admission
Engineering Programmes
Required subjects include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- One additional subject such as:
- Technical Drawing
- Biology
- Economics
- Additional Mathematics
Science Programmes
Required subjects include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Physics
- One subject from:
- Biology
- Geography
- Technical Drawing
Environmental and Planning Programmes
Relevant subjects include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Geography
- Statistics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Fine Art
Subject requirements vary depending on the programme.
Business and Maritime Transport Programmes
Candidates may present:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Three subjects selected from:
- Government
- Economics
- Civic Education
- Commerce
- Accounting
- Other related subjects
DESMAPOLY ND Application Fee
The application fee for ND admission is:
₦20,000
Payment must be made through the official DESMAPOLY admission portal only.
How to Apply for ND Admission
Candidates should:
- Visit the official DESMAPOLY application portal.
- Click “Apply Now.”
- Complete the online application form.
- Pay the ₦20,000 application fee through the portal.
- Complete the registration process.
- Print two copies of the acknowledgement slip.
Applicants should keep the acknowledgement slips safely, as they will be required during the aptitude test.
ND Application Deadline
The deadline for submission of ND applications is:
30 June 2026
ND Aptitude Test
The aptitude test date has not yet been announced.
Candidates should regularly monitor official updates from the Polytechnic for further information.
Approved Aptitude Test Centres
The Polytechnic has designated the following centres for the aptitude test:
- DESOMATECH, Burutu
- College of Education, Warri
- Kwale Campus, Utagba-Ogbe Technical College
- Gbaregolor Campus
Candidates must bring their printed acknowledgement slips to the test centre on the examination day.
DESMAPOLY Higher National Diploma (HND) Admission 2026/2027
Who Can Apply for HND Admission?
Candidates seeking admission into Higher National Diploma programmes must satisfy the following requirements:
- Meet the admission requirements for the relevant National Diploma programme.
- Possess a National Diploma in a related discipline.
- Obtain a minimum CGPA of 2.50 (Lower Credit).
- Complete at least one year of Industrial Training (IT).
- Present a valid work experience letter where applicable.
The HND admission process is tied to the applicant’s previous ND qualification.
Can ND Pass Holders Apply?
Yes.
Candidates with an ND Pass grade (CGPA between 2.00 and 2.49) may be considered in certain cases.
However, such candidates will be required to undergo a Pre-HND programme before progressing to the HND level.
HND Courses Available at DESMAPOLY
School of Engineering Technology
Available HND programmes include:
- Marine Engineering (Burutu Campus only)
- Boat and Ship Building (Burutu Campus only)
- Computer Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Oil and Gas Engineering
- Basic and Applied Electricity
School of Science and Technology
Available programmes include:
- Nautical Science and Seamanship (Burutu Campus only)
- Computer Science
- Fisheries Technology
- Science Laboratory Technology
School of Safety and Environmental Studies
Available programmes include:
- Industrial Safety and Environmental Management
- Estate Management
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
School of Maritime Transport and Business Studies
Available programmes include:
- Maritime Transport
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Marketing
- Public Administration
Candidates should ensure that their ND qualifications are relevant to their chosen HND programmes.
HND Transcript Requirement
All HND applicants must request that their ND transcripts be sent directly to Delta State Maritime Polytechnic by their previous institutions.
The Polytechnic requires direct transcript submission from the awarding institution.
Failure to submit the transcript may affect admission consideration.
Aptitude Test for HND Applicants
There will be no aptitude test for HND admission.
Applicants should focus on:
- Meeting admission requirements.
- Completing the online application correctly.
- Ensuring transcript submission.
- Providing evidence of industrial training or work experience.
HND Application Fee
The HND application fee is:
₦25,000
Applicants should make payment only through the official DESMAPOLY website.
Offline payments and transfers to personal accounts are not permitted.
How to Apply for HND Admission
To apply:
- Visit the official DESMAPOLY application portal.
- Click “Apply Now.”
- Enter the required information.
- Pay the ₦25,000 application fee online.
- Log in using the registered email address and password.
- Complete the application form.
- Print two copies of the acknowledgement slip.
Applicants are advised to retain all printed documents for future reference.
HND Application Deadline
The closing date for HND admission applications is:
30 June 2026
Important Checklist for ND Applicants
Before submitting an application, candidates should confirm that:
- Their chosen course is listed among the approved ND programmes.
- English Language and Mathematics are included among their five credits.
- Their O’Level results do not exceed two sittings.
- Payment of ₦20,000 is made through the official portal.
- Two copies of the acknowledgement slip are printed after registration.
- The selected campus matches any programme restrictions, especially Burutu-only courses.
Important Checklist for HND Applicants
Before submitting an application, candidates should ensure that:
- The selected HND programme is listed for the 2026/2027 session.
- Their ND qualification is related to the chosen HND programme.
- Their CGPA is at least 2.50 or they understand the Pass-grade admission condition.
- One year of Industrial Training or a valid work experience letter is available.
- Their ND transcript has been requested from their former institution.
- Payment is made through the official DESMAPOLY portal only.
- Two copies of the acknowledgement slip have been printed.
Where to Get Admission Updates
Applicants for both ND and HND programmes should regularly visit the official Delta State Maritime Polytechnic website for:
- Admission updates
- Aptitude test announcements
- Programme information
- Registration notices
- Other important admission-related communications
Final Note
Delta State Maritime Polytechnic offers a wide range of National Diploma and Higher National Diploma programmes in engineering, maritime studies, sciences, environmental studies and business-related fields. Interested candidates should carefully review the admission requirements for their preferred programmes, complete their applications before the 30 June 2026 deadline, and ensure that all supporting documents are submitted through the approved channels.
