In a major update for admission seekers, Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua, has officially released its National Diploma (ND) Admission List for the 2025/2026 academic session. This marks an exciting milestone for candidates who took part in the institution’s post-UTME screening exercise, as the long-awaited list of successful applicants has now been made public.
According to the management of Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, the provisional admission list contains the names of candidates who have been offered admission into various ND programmes across the school’s faculties. The list has been pasted on the school’s notice board within the campus for easy access to all prospective students.
🔍 How to Check Akwa Ibom Poly 2025/2026 ND Admission List
Candidates who participated in the post-UTME screening are advised to visit the school premises to confirm their admission status, as the official list has been displayed on the school notice board.
In addition to checking on campus, applicants are also urged to verify their admission status on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admission Processing System (CAPS). To do this, candidates should:
- Log in to their JAMB profile.
- Select the “Check Admission Status” option.
- Click on “Access CAPS.”
- Choose “Admission Status” to see if they have been offered admission.
- Once admitted, click “Accept Admission” to confirm the offer.
Failure to accept the offer on JAMB CAPS may result in loss of the admission slot. Candidates are, therefore, advised to complete this process promptly.
💰 Acceptance Fee Payment and Registration Guidelines
Candidates offered provisional admission into Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic must proceed with the payment of a non-refundable acceptance fee of ₦15,000 only. This payment confirms that a candidate has accepted the admission offer and is ready to begin the registration process.
After paying the acceptance fee, successful candidates should:
- Visit their respective departments for document verification and screening.
- Present the original copies and photocopies of all required credentials, including:
- JAMB Admission Letter
- Post-UTME Screening Result Slip
- Birth Certificate or Age Declaration
- Local Government of Origin Certificate
- O’Level Result(s) (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB)
- Remita Invoice/Receipt for the acceptance fee
Upon successful verification, candidates will be cleared to complete their registration and proceed with payment of tuition fees to secure their admission fully.
🧾 Important Notes for Newly Admitted Students
The school management strongly advises all newly admitted students to complete the acceptance fee payment and documentation within the stipulated time to avoid forfeiture of admission. Late payment or failure to appear for screening may lead to automatic withdrawal of the offer.
Furthermore, all newly admitted ND students are urged to stay updated through the institution’s official communication channels for subsequent announcements regarding orientation programmes, school resumption dates, and registration deadlines.
🏫 About Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic
Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, located in Ikot Osurua, Ikot Ekpene Local Government Area, is one of Nigeria’s leading polytechnics known for academic excellence, innovation, and technical skill development. The institution offers a wide range of National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes in disciplines such as:
- Engineering Technology
- Applied Sciences
- Business and Management Studies
- Communication Arts
- Environmental Studies, and more.
Over the years, the Polytechnic has maintained a reputation for producing graduates with strong practical and entrepreneurial skills, aligning with Nigeria’s drive for technological advancement and self-reliance.
📅 What’s Next for Candidates
Candidates who have confirmed their admission should note that the screening and registration process begins immediately. It is recommended to visit the school early enough to avoid delays, as queues are usually long during the admission period.
Students are also encouraged to print their admission letters from both the JAMB portal and the Polytechnic’s portal after completing acceptance fee payment, as both will be required during screening and departmental registration.
For those whose names are not yet on the admission list, there is no cause for alarm. Supplementary lists are often released in subsequent batches. Candidates should check back regularly or stay in touch with the school’s admission office for updates.
🗝️ Summary of Key Steps for Admitted Students
| Step | Action | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Check Admission | Visit the school notice board or JAMB CAPS |
| 2 | Accept Admission | Log into JAMB CAPS and click “Accept Admission” |
| 3 | Pay Acceptance Fee | ₦15,000 via school portal |
| 4 | Proceed for Screening | Present all original and photocopies of credentials |
| 5 | Complete Registration | After clearance, pay tuition fees and print documents |
✅ Direct Admission Link
To check your admission status or make the acceptance fee payment, candidates should visit the official Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic admission portal directly through the link below:
👉 Click here to check admission and pay acceptance fee
