Application form for Kogi State Polytechnic

The management of Kogi State Polytechnic has announced the sale of its Higher National Diploma (HND) admission application form for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.

Suitably qualified candidates are invited to apply for admission into the Polytechnic’s regular HND programmes across different schools and departments.

Below are the approved courses, entry requirements and application procedures.

Available HND Programmes at Kogi State Polytechnic

1. School of Applied Sciences

HND Programmes:

• Computer Science

• Statistics

• Microbiology

• Science Laboratory Technology
  (Options in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology and Environmental Biology)

2. School of Arts, Design and Printing

HND Programmes:

• Industrial Design
  (Options in Graphics, Textiles and Ceramics)

• Fine Arts
  (Options in Painting and Sculpture)

3. School of Engineering Technology

HND Programmes:

• Mineral Resources Engineering
  (Options in Mining Engineering Technology, Geological Engineering Technology and Mineral Processing Engineering Technology)

• Metallurgical and Material Engineering

4. School of Environmental Technology

HND Programme:

• Urban and Regional Planning

5. School of Management Studies

HND Programmes:

• Accountancy

• Business Administration and Management

• Library and Information Science

• Office Technology and Management

• Public Administration

General Entry Requirements for All HND Programmes

Candidates applying for any HND programme in Kogi State Polytechnic must:

• possess a relevant National Diploma (ND) from a recognised institution,

• have a minimum of Lower Credit (CGPA of 2.50),

• possess five (5) O’level credit passes in not more than two sittings in
  WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB,

• have a minimum of one (1) year Industrial Training (IT) after ND,

OR

• possess a Pass in ND with two (2) years post-ND Industrial Training.

Important Notice on Transcript

All candidates (especially those who obtained their ND from other institutions) are required to present their ND transcripts for admission processing.

Specific Departmental Highlights

HND Computer Science

• ND in Computer Science

• Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics and Physics are compulsory.

HND Statistics

• ND in Statistics

• Credit passes in English Language and Mathematics plus any three science or social science subjects.

HND Science Laboratory Technology

• ND in Science Laboratory Technology

• Credit passes in English, Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics are compulsory.

HND Industrial Design & Fine Arts

• ND in Fine Arts

• Credit passes may include subjects such as Fine/Visual Arts, English, Mathematics and relevant art or science subjects.

HND Mineral Resources Engineering

• ND in Mineral Resources Engineering

• Credit passes in English, Mathematics, Chemistry and relevant technical subjects.

HND Metallurgical and Material Engineering

• ND in Metallurgical and Material Engineering

• Credit passes in English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

HND Urban and Regional Planning

• ND in Urban and Regional Planning

• Credit passes in English, Mathematics and Geography plus two relevant subjects.

HND Accountancy

• ND in Accountancy

• Credit passes in English Language and Mathematics are compulsory.

HND Business Administration

• ND in Business Administration
  (Same O’level and IT requirements as Accountancy)

HND Library and Information Science

• ND in Library and Information Science

• At least a credit in one science subject at O’level.

HND Office Technology and Management

• ND in Office Technology and Management
  (Same O’level and IT requirements as Accountancy)

HND Public Administration

• ND in Public Administration

• At least a credit in Government or Civic Education at O’level.

Method of Application – Kogi State Polytechnic HND Form

Qualified candidates are to:

1. Visit the official portal
   👉 https://www.portal.kogistatepolytechnic.edu.ng

2. Generate two separate RRR numbers for:

   • Admission form fee

   • Screening fee

3. Make payment as follows:

HND Application Fees

• Admission Form: ₦8,000

• Screening Fee: ₦2,000

Total: ₦10,000

Important Notice

Applicants are required to:

• submit hard copies of their credentials at the Admission Office

• on or before the scheduled screening date.

Duration of Registration

Registration will last for six (6) weeks from the date of the advertisement.

Related Article: List Of HND Courses Offered In Lagos State Polytechnic, LASPOTECH

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is the Kogi State Polytechnic HND form for 2026/2027 out?

Yes. The admission application form for HND regular programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session is currently on sale.

What is the minimum ND requirement for HND admission?

Applicants must have at least Lower Credit (CGPA 2.50) in their National Diploma, or a Pass with two years of Industrial Training.

Is Industrial Training compulsory for Kogi State Polytechnic HND?

Yes.
Candidates must have either:

• one (1) year IT with Lower Credit ND, or

• two (2) years IT if they have a Pass in ND.

How much is the Kogi State Polytechnic HND form?

The total cost is ₦10,000, made up of:

• ₦8,000 for the admission form, and

• ₦2,000 for the screening fee.

Where can I apply for the Kogi State Polytechnic HND form?

All applications must be done online through the school portal:

👉 https://www.portal.kogistatepolytechnic.edu.ng