Federal Poly Nekede ND Part-Time Admission 2023/2024

The esteemed management of the Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri (FPNO), situated in the bustling heart of Imo State, Nigeria, has started the sale of admission forms into its distinguished Part-Time National Diploma (ND) Evening and Weekend Programmes. This commences the academic journey for the 2023/2024 academic session, representing a brilliant opportunity for ambitious individuals.

An Invitation to Future Leaders and Innovators

As the gates of FPNO swing open, applications are sought from suitably qualified candidates for admission into a wide range of National Diploma programmes offered during the 2023/2024 academic year.

Evening Programmes

For evening aspirants, the following schools and their respective courses are available:

1. School of Business and Management Technology (SBMT)

Courses under SBMT include Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Business Administration & Management, Marketing, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Office Technology & Management, Public Administration, Co-operative Economics & Management, and Taxation.

2. School of Industrial and Applied Sciences (SIAS)

Offerings under SIAS encompass Food Technology, Science Laboratory Technology, Maths/Statistics, and Hospitality Management.

3. School of Environmental Design Technology (SEDT)

Courses available include Architecture, Building Technology, Surveying & Geo-informatics, Estate Management, Urban & Regional Planning, Quantity Surveying, and Arts and Design Technology.

4. School of Information Communication Technology (SICT)

Available courses are Computer Science and Library & Information Science.

5. School of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology (SAAT)

Courses include Fishery Technology and Agricultural Technology.

6. School of General Studies (SGS)

Under SGS, candidates can opt for Mass Communication.

7. School of Engineering Technology (SET)

Courses under SET include Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, Agricultural/Bio Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Computer Engineering.

Weekend Programmes

For those preferring weekend programmes, the following schools and courses are available:

1. School of Business and Management Technology (SBMT)

Offerings include Accountancy, Banking & Finance, Business Administration & Management, Marketing, Procurement and Supply Chain Management, Office Technology & Management, Public Administration, and Co-operative Economics & Management.

2. School of Industrial and Applied Sciences (SIAS)

Under SIAS, courses such as Science Laboratory Technology and Food Technology are available.

3. School of Environmental Design Technology (SEDT)

Courses include Estate Management and Building Technology.

4. School of Information Communication Technology (SICT)

Available courses include Computer Science and Library & Information Science.

5. School of General Studies (SGS)

Under SGS, candidates can opt for Mass Communication.

6. School of Engineering Technology (SET)

Courses include Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

National Diploma (ND) Part-Time Entry Requirements

To ensure a smooth application process, prospective students are advised to meet the following requirements:

1. Five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained at not more than two sittings in WAEC/NECO or NABTEB (O’level Examinations).
2. Candidates are required to obtain a JAMB Part-Time Registration Number from a JAMB Office or JAMB Accredited CBT Centres.

For more specific entry requirements for each course, candidates are encouraged to visit the Polytechnic’s official website at www.fpno.edu.ng. Please note that candidates with Nov/Dec O’level results of the year of admission for ND part-time programmes are not qualified to apply.

Navigating the Application Process

To aid candidates in their application, follow the steps outlined below:

1. Visit the school’s website at www.fpno.edu.ng, navigate to the “Application form” link under the student’s menu, and choose ND to proceed.
2. Fill out your Biodata in the form, generate an invoice and take note of the invoice number.
3. Make a payment of ₦12,000 (Twelve Thousand Naira) only at the Federal Polytechnic Nekede Microfinance Bank or any bank of your choice on the Remita platform, using the RRR number on the generated invoice.
4. You may also opt to make payment using your VERVE, VISA or MASTER CARD. If choosing this option, you will be required to fill in the necessary card details to process the payment immediately.
5. Return to the school’s website, click on “application form”, and complete your application process. Ensure you submit your data as requested and print out your acknowledgment slip.
6. If you processed your payment using your card, you will return to the portal immediately to print your receipt and acknowledgment slip.
7. The application procedures MUST be completed on or before midnight of 31st August, 2023.

Note: Candidates can start and complete the process from any location in the country, thus minimising unnecessary trips to Owerri for the purpose of completing the form. The Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri looks forward to welcoming a new generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers. Don’t miss this chance to be part of the FPNO story.