the management of the Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi has officially announced the schedule for the physical screening exercise for candidates admitted into its Degree Programme in affiliation with the University of Maiduguri for the 2025/2026 academic session.
According to the institution’s notice, the exercise will take place as part of the crucial verification process to ensure that only qualified candidates who meet the necessary admission requirements are officially cleared to proceed with registration and other academic activities.
Date, Time, and Venue of the Screening Exercise
The management has fixed the physical screening exercise for:
- Date: Tuesday, 21st October 2025
- Time: 10:00 AM prompt
- Venue: Directorate of University Affiliations and Linkage, Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi main campus
All candidates who applied for admission into the institution’s degree programmes in affiliation with the University of Maiduguri are expected to appear physically at the stated venue on the scheduled date and time.
Important Instructions to All Candidates
The Polytechnic emphasized that attendance at the physical screening exercise is mandatory for all eligible candidates. Each participant must ensure that they come along with the required credentials and documents for proper verification.
Candidates are to bring along the following:
- Original copies of their academic credentials (O’Level results, ND/HND certificates where applicable).
- JAMB result slip or admission letter.
- Birth certificate or age declaration.
- Local government area identification letter or certificate of origin.
- Two recent passport photographs.
- Any other relevant documents that may be required by the Directorate during verification.
Failure to present these documents may result in the disqualification or delay of the screening process for the affected candidate.
Why the Screening Exercise Is Important
The physical screening exercise serves as the final step in confirming a candidate’s eligibility for admission. It allows the school to cross-check submitted information with the original documents, ensuring that all admitted students meet the institution’s standards and entry requirements.
Beyond verification, the screening also helps detect inconsistencies in applicants’ details and curbs cases of impersonation, falsified results, or fake admissions.
The Federal Polytechnic Bauchi has consistently maintained a high standard of academic integrity, and this exercise is part of its commitment to uphold transparency and accountability in its admission process.
Advice to Candidates Ahead of the Screening
Candidates are advised to:
- Arrive at the venue at least 30 minutes before the commencement of the exercise to avoid lateness.
- Dress neatly and decently, as decorum and discipline are core values of the Polytechnic.
- Be courteous and cooperative with screening officials and adhere strictly to instructions.
- Double-check all required documents before leaving home to ensure nothing is missing.
In addition, candidates are encouraged to verify their admission status beforehand and confirm that their names appear on the admission list for the affiliated degree programme.
About the Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi – University of Maiduguri Affiliation
The partnership between Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi and the University of Maiduguri is one of Nigeria’s most reputable degree affiliations. The collaboration allows students of the Polytechnic to earn Bachelor’s degrees awarded by the University of Maiduguri while enjoying the robust technical and practical training culture for which Federal Polytechnic Bauchi is known.
The affiliated programmes cover various disciplines across science, technology, management, and engineering. This arrangement offers students an opportunity to pursue university-level qualifications within the Polytechnic’s conducive learning environment.
Final Reminder
All admitted candidates into the Federal Polytechnic Bauchi – University of Maiduguri degree programmes are strongly reminded to attend the physical screening exercise as scheduled:
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Screening Date | Tuesday, 21st October 2025 |
| Time | 10:00 AM Prompt |
| Venue | Directorate of University Affiliations and Linkage, Federal Polytechnic Bauchi |
Failure to attend the screening exercise may automatically disqualify a candidate from completing the registration process for the 2025/2026 academic session.
