Federal Polytechnic Oko has officially expanded its academic offerings following fresh approval from the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). The institution announced that seven new programmes will be available to applicants in the 2025/2026 academic session, opening more study options for prospective students across Nigeria.

This development reflects the polytechnic’s ongoing efforts to strengthen science, technology, and environmental-based education while meeting national training and workforce needs.

List of Newly Approved Courses

Candidates can now apply to the following National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes:

• ND in Geological Technology
• HND in Microbiology
• HND in Biochemistry
• HND in Physics
• HND in Chemistry
• HND in Biology
• ND in Horticultural Technology

These programmes are designed to equip students with practical skills and academic knowledge relevant to modern industries, laboratories, and environmental sectors.

How to Apply

Applicants interested in any of the new programmes are required to:

• Visit a JAMB-accredited CBT centre to complete a Change of Institution and select Federal Polytechnic Oko as their first-choice school.
• Ensure their UTME records and subject combinations align with the chosen course.

Entry Requirements

For you to be eligible for admission, candidates must meet the following criteria:

• O’Level Results: At least five credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB.
• UTME Score: A minimum score of 100 in the UTME examination.

Get More Information

For official updates, guidelines, and further enquiries, prospective students can reach out through:

• Website: www.federalpolyoko.edu.ng
• Phone: 0803 321 3229

Final Note

The introduction of these additional programmes marks a major step forward for Federal Polytechnic Oko as it continues to broaden academic opportunities and provide industry-relevant education. Students seeking careers in science, technology, and environmental studies now have more pathways to pursue their goals within the institution.

Best wishes to all applicants preparing to join the 2025/2026 academic session.