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Federal College of Education (Technical), EkiadolorCourses, Portals & Admission Guide

Edo State, Nigeria
FCET Ekiadolor, FCETE, College of Education, Ekiadolor-Benin, Tayo Akpata University of Education

Quick Facts: FCET Ekiadolor Admission 2026

Does FCET Ekiadolor write Post-UTME? Yes. The general JAMB cut-off mark is 100. Estimated school fees range from ₦35k to ₦50k, and the acceptance fee is ₦10,000. Verify all details on the official FCET Ekiadolor portal.

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

100+

The baseline JAMB UTME cut-off mark for the 3-Year National Certificate in Education (NCE) programmes is strictly set at 100.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦35k - ₦50k

As a Federal Government institution, tuition is highly subsidized. Students pay consolidated service, ICT, and administrative charges typically ranging between ₦35,000 and ₦50,000 per session depending on their practical/workshop requirements.

Acceptance Fee

₦10,000

2nd Choice

Accepted

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Campuses & Locations

Main Campus

Ekiadolor-Olumoye-Uhen Road, Ekiadolor-Benin, Ovia North-East

About FCET Ekiadolor & Campus Life

The Federal College of Education (Technical), Ekiadolor (FCET Ekiadolor) is a premier federal tertiary institution located in Edo State, Nigeria. Originally established in 1980 as a state-owned College of Education by the defunct Bendel State government, the site boasts a rich history including a brief proposition to become Tayo Akpata University of Education. In 2020, to address the critical need for technical educators, the Edo State Government officially handed the massive campus over to the Federal Government. Today, heavily backed by TETFund allocations, FCET Ekiadolor stands as a specialized hub dedicated to Science, Technical, and Vocational Education Training (TVET), producing highly skilled, self-reliant teachers equipped for modern industrial demands.

Situated along the Ekiadolor-Olumoye-Uhen Road near Benin City, FCET Ekiadolor offers a highly structured, discipline-focused, and practical learning environment. The campus is equipped with modern architectural and building workshops, advanced automobile garages, and robust ICT laboratories designed to foster hands-on technical skills. Students have access to a dedicated E-Library system featuring extensive research journals. The college actively promotes student development through a vibrant Students' Union Government (SUG), regular technical symposiums, and highly engaging extracurricular activities. The institution also provides on-campus hostel accommodations for student security and convenience.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into FCET Ekiadolor is highly accessible but strongly oriented towards technical and science disciplines. For the standard 3-Year NCE programmes, candidates need a minimum JAMB score of 100 and 5 relevant O'Level credits (Mathematics is compulsory for Science students). If you do not have the required 5 credits, the college operates an accommodating 1-Year Pre-NCE programme requiring only 3 or 4 credits. Prospective candidates who did not originally choose the institution MUST visit a CBT center to process a JAMB Change of Institution to 'Federal College of Education (Technical) Ekiadolor'. The online screening process requires creating a profile on the college website, uploading credentials, and paying a ₦2,000 fee via Remita.

FCET Ekiadolor Admission Requirements (O'Level & Direct Entry)

Candidates must score a minimum of 100 in the UTME. Applicants must possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes in WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or GCE (in not more than two sittings). Mathematics is compulsory for candidates wishing to study Sciences, while English Language is compulsory for all. Candidates who did not originally choose FCET Ekiadolor MUST process a JAMB Change of Institution to make it their First Choice.

Direct Entry Rules

Candidates applying for the 1-Year Pre-NCE foundational programme require a minimum of only three (3) or four (4) O'Level credit passes.

Post UTME Screening Format

The college conducts an online screening process via its portal. Candidates must create a profile account, upload their Passport Photograph, O'Level result, and JAMB Result Slip. Finally, they must make a non-refundable payment of ₦2,000 via the integrated Remita Gateway.

Frequently Asked Questions About FCET Ekiadolor Admission

Is College of Education, Ekiadolor now a Federal institution?
Yes! The historic College of Education, Ekiadolor (which was briefly proposed as Tayo Akpata University) was officially handed over to the Federal Government and transformed into the Federal College of Education (Technical), Ekiadolor in 2020.
What courses does FCET Ekiadolor offer?
The college specializes in Technical, Vocational, and Science education. Courses include Automobile Technology, Building Technology, Electrical/Electronics, Fine and Applied Arts, Agricultural Education, and various pure Science combinations like Computer Education/Physics.
What is the cut-off mark for Federal College of Education Technical, Ekiadolor?
The JAMB UTME cut-off mark is strictly 100 for all National Certificate in Education (NCE) programmes.
Does FCET Ekiadolor offer a Pre-NCE programme?
Yes. Candidates who do not meet the full 5 O'Level credit requirements can apply for the 1-Year Pre-NCE programme with just 3 or 4 O'Level credit passes.
How much is the FCET Ekiadolor admission screening form?
The online admission screening form costs a non-refundable fee of ₦2,000, payable via the Remita Gateway on the college portal.

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