NELFUND Loan
Not Eligible
JAMB Cut-Off
120+
The baseline JAMB UTME cut-off mark for Full-Time National Diploma (ND) programmes is 120.
Post-UTME Form
₦5,000
Est. Tuition
₦150k - ₦220k
As a private institution, tuition fees are structured based on the mode of study and department. Full-time ND/HND students typically pay around ₦176,000 per session, while Part-Time tracks can cost up to ₦220,000. Note: The management officially approves a 20% tuition discount for all serving military and paramilitary personnel.
Acceptance Fee
₦20,000
2nd Choice
Accepted
Download the official UTME syllabus, core topics, and recommended textbooks to beat the cut-off mark.
Main Campus
Bwari-Garam Road, Garam, Bwari Area Council
Suleja Campus
Suleja, Suleja
Dorben Polytechnic is a premier private tertiary institution located in the Bwari Area Council of Abuja, FCT. Originally established in 1995 as the Abuja School of Accountancy and Computer Studies (ASACS), the institution was upgraded and officially accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and the Federal Ministry of Education. Dorben Polytechnic is renowned for its academic rigor, industry relevance, and commitment to shaping the next generation of technologists and administrators. The institution provides high-quality National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), and specialized Pre-HND programmes across Business Management, Natural & Applied Sciences, and Engineering.
Campus life at Dorben Polytechnic offers a serene and highly focused learning environment free from the typical distractions of the city center. Operating out of its expansive main campus on the Bwari-Garam road, students have access to well-equipped engineering workshops, a modern central library, and digital learning hubs. The institution strongly supports practical skills, anchored by its dedicated Center for Entrepreneurship. Furthermore, the polytechnic embraces digital integration, providing robust support for its vibrant Open Distance and Flexible e-Learning (ODFeL) community.
💡 Pro Tip: Admission into Dorben Polytechnic is straightforward and highly accommodating. Prospective Full-Time ND candidates need a minimum JAMB score of 120 and five relevant O'Level credits. If you did not select the institution originally, simply process a JAMB Change of Institution. The application process is completely digital via the school's admission portal. Notably, working professionals or candidates living outside Abuja are strongly encouraged to apply for the fully accredited ODFeL (Online) programmes available for courses like Computer Science and Mass Communication. Additionally, serving military and paramilitary personnel should take advantage of the institution's official 20% tuition discount.
For Higher National Diploma (HND) admissions, candidates must possess an ND from an NBTE-recognized institution with a minimum of Lower Credit and a one-year Post-ND Industrial Work Experience letter. Candidates who do not strictly meet the HND transition requirements can apply for the polytechnic's 4-semester Pre-HND bridging programmes.
The polytechnic conducts an online admission screening process. Candidates create an account on the admission portal, select their mode of study (Full-Time, Part-Time, or ODFeL), and upload their O'Level and/or ND credentials.
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