Ugep, Cross River State – Federal Polytechnic, Ugep, has announced the commencement of its 2026 admission exercise into 23 National Diploma (ND) and six Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes, alongside an institutional announcement of accreditation and approval outcomes for 21 programmes by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
The development represents an important milestone for the institution and another opportunity for prospective students seeking technical, vocational and professional education in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State.
According to an admission notice signed by the Registrar, Mr Obeten Okoi, Esq., candidates who participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), scored a minimum of 100 marks and did not select Federal Polytechnic, Ugep, as their first choice are eligible to apply.
Such candidates are required to process a change of institution through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
The institution has listed 23 National Diploma programmes and six Higher National Diploma programmes for the 2026 academic session.
Available National Diploma (ND) Programmes
Prospective ND students can apply for any of the following programmes:
1. Computer Engineering
2. Computer Science
3. Statistics
4. Business Administration
5. Public Administration
6. Accountancy
7. Hospitality Management
8. Civil Engineering Technology
9. Architectural Technology
10. Library and Information Science
11. Electrical and Electronic Engineering
12. Mechanical Engineering
13. Mass Communication
14. Science Laboratory Technology
15. Surveying and Geoinformatics
16. Urban and Regional Planning
17. Building Technology
18. Quantity Surveying
19. Artificial Intelligence
20. Agricultural Technology
21. Food Science Technology
22. Crime Management
23. Office Technology
Available Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes
The six HND programmes available are:
1. Software and Web Design
2. Networking and Cloud Computing
3. Cyber Security
4. Business Administration
5. Public Administration
6. Statistics
Admission Requirements
National Diploma (ND):
Applicants must possess at least five O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, and a minimum UTME score of 100 in the 2026 examination.
Higher National Diploma (HND):
Applicants must possess at least five O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, a National Diploma qualification with a minimum of Lower Credit, and at least one year of relevant Industrial Training (IT).
Prospective HND applicants have been advised to visit JAMB offices nationwide for assistance with their application forms.
NBTE Accreditation and Approval: 21 Programmes Listed
In a separate internal memorandum dated 21 October 2026, the Office of the Registrar announced that the NBTE had granted accreditation and approval outcomes for 21 programmes following its recently concluded Accreditation and Resource Verification Exercise.
The memorandum categorised the programmes as follows:
National Diploma – Full Accreditation
1. Accountancy
2. Public Administration
3. Statistics
4. Computer Engineering
5. Hospitality Management
National Diploma – Resource Visitation
1. Artificial Intelligence
2. Building Technology
3. Surveying and Geoinformatics
4. Quantity Surveying
5. Urban and Regional Planning
6. Office Technology and Management
7. Food Science and Technology
8. Science Laboratory Technology
9. Agricultural Technology
10. Mass Communication
11. Crime Management
12. Mechanical Engineering
Higher National Diploma
1. Business Administration and Management
2. Public Administration
3. Cyber Security
4. Statistics
The memorandum described the development as a testament to the collective hard work, dedication and commitment of both academic and non-academic staff towards academic excellence and quality assurance.
Beyond the admission announcement, Federal Polytechnic, Ugep, represents an important part of the community's growing educational landscape.
Situated in Ugep, the institution offers students an opportunity to pursue academic and professional development within a community known for its rich cultural heritage, welcoming people and historical significance.
Its campus features facilities including a well-equipped library, ICT facilities, student hostel accommodation and conducive lecture halls, alongside a serene environment designed to support academic activities. The institution also emphasises discipline and a cultism-free learning environment.
For Ugep, the growth of educational institutions such as the Federal Polytechnic is worth celebrating. It reinforces the importance of investing in knowledge, skills development and opportunities for the next generation.
Interested candidates seeking further information about the admission exercise can contact the institution through the following telephone numbers:
- +234 808 389 9662
- +234 706 909 6874
- +234 703 586 8517
Prospective students are encouraged to take advantage of the opportunity to acquire relevant technical, professional and entrepreneurial skills through the institution's diverse academic programmes.
As Federal Polytechnic, Ugep, continues to strengthen its academic offerings and institutional capacity, the development further places Ugep on the map as a destination for educational opportunities in Cross River State.
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