Federal Polytechnic EkoweCourses, Portals & Admission Guide
NELFUND Loan
JAMB Cut-Off
100+
The baseline JAMB UTME cut-off mark for National Diploma (ND) programmes is set at an accessible 100, as directed by JAMB for polytechnics.
Post-UTME Form
₦2,000
Est. Tuition
₦30k - ₦60k
As a Federal Government institution, tuition and registration fees are highly subsidized. Sessional school fees for Full-Time ND and HND students generally range between ₦30,000 and ₦60,000 depending on the department and level of study. Note: Application forms for Part-Time (Weekend) and Professional Diploma programmes cost between ₦10,000 and ₦11,000.
Acceptance Fee
₦15,000
2nd Choice
Accepted
Targeting 100+ for Fed Poly Ekowe?JAMB 2026
Download the official UTME syllabus, core topics, and recommended textbooks to beat the cut-off mark.
Campuses & Locations
Main Campus
Ekowe (Ekeu), Southern Ijaw LGA, Southern Ijaw
Yenagoa Liaison/Campus
Yenagoa, Yenagoa
Overview
Federal Polytechnic Ekowe, located in Bayelsa State, holds the prestigious title of being the first Federal Government higher institution in the state. Established by an Act of the National Assembly in 2007 (with full operations commencing in 2009), the polytechnic is strategically situated in the oil and gas-rich Niger Delta region along the historic River Nun. The institution is highly specialized, offering NBTE-accredited ND and HND programmes across four dynamic schools tailored to the region's industrial and ecological needs, including Mineral and Petroleum Resources Engineering, Oceanography & Fishery, Maritime Transport, and robust Applied Sciences.
Campus life at Federal Polytechnic Ekowe is deeply intertwined with the unique riverine geography of Southern Ijaw. The institution provides a focused, hands-on learning environment equipped with modern technical workshops, software development laboratories, and an integrated ERP and LMS digital infrastructure. Students benefit from an immersive academic experience that emphasizes practical skills, industrial engagement, and technological innovation. The polytechnic also maintains a liaison campus in Yenagoa to facilitate easier administrative access.
💡 Pro Tip: Admission into Federal Polytechnic Ekowe is highly accessible. Candidates who score a minimum of 100 in the JAMB UTME and possess five relevant O'Level credits (including Maths and English) are encouraged to apply. The Post-UTME process is entirely online via the polytechnic's ERP portal—simply generate a REMITA invoice and upload your credentials. If you are a working professional or missed the UTME cut-off, the polytechnic's 9-month Professional Diploma (PD) programmes and 3-year Weekend tracks offer excellent, industry-integrated alternatives. As a federal institution, admitted students can conveniently fund their education through the NELFUND student loan scheme.
Admission Requirements
Direct Entry Rules
For Higher National Diploma (HND) admissions, candidates must possess a National Diploma (ND) with a minimum of Lower Credit in a relevant field, alongside at least one year of mandatory post-ND industrial attachment experience.
Post UTME Screening Format
The polytechnic conducts an online admission screening exercise through its ERP portal. Candidates are required to generate an invoice via the REMITA platform, pay the ₦2,000 application fee, and upload a scanned passport photograph alongside their credentials online.
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