DOES POLYIBADAN ACCEPT SECOND CHOICE
Many candidates who intend to apply for admission into The Polytechnic Ibadan (POLYIBADAN) often ask an important question:
Does POLYIBADAN accept candidates who choose the school as their second choice in JAMB?
If you are planning to apply for ND or HND programmes at Poly Ibadan, you must read this carefully before making your choice on the JAMB portal.
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About The Polytechnic Ibadan (POLYIBADAN)
The Polytechnic Ibadan, popularly known as Poly Ibadan, is a well-known tertiary institution located in Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
It was established in 1970 to provide technical, vocational and practical education as an alternative to conventional university education in Nigeria.
The institution places strong emphasis on:
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technical education,
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practical training, and
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skills acquisition.
Poly Ibadan is also famous for its slogan written in Yoruba:
“Iṣẹ́ l’ógùn ìṣẹ́”
which means “Work is the cure for poverty.”
This slogan reflects the school’s philosophy of self-reliance and productivity through hard work.
Does POLYIBADAN Accept Second Choice Candidates?
No. The Polytechnic Ibadan (POLYIBADAN) does not accept candidates who choose the institution as second choice in JAMB.
In simple terms:
👉 If you select POLYIBADAN as your second choice, you will not be considered for admission.
To be eligible for admission into The Polytechnic Ibadan, you must choose the institution as your:
FIRST CHOICE on JAMB.
Important Clarification for Candidates
Although JAMB now allows candidates to select institutions as second choice during registration, it is important to understand that:
not all universities, polytechnics and colleges of education accept second choice candidates.
The Polytechnic Ibadan is one of the institutions that only consider first choice applicants.
Does JAMB Score Matter If POLYIBADAN Is Your Second Choice?
Unfortunately, your JAMB score does not matter in this situation.
Even if you score:
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280
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300
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or above
You will still not be offered admission by POLYIBADAN if you chose the school as your second choice.
What Should You Do If You Want Admission into POLYIBADAN?
If your goal is to gain admission into The Polytechnic Ibadan, you must:
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Make POLYIBADAN your first choice institution, and
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Ensure you meet the school’s cut-off mark and admission requirements.
Candidates are therefore strongly advised not to waste their second choice slot on POLYIBADAN, since the school will not consider such applications.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does The Polytechnic Ibadan accept second choice in JAMB?
No. The Polytechnic Ibadan does not accept candidates who select the institution as their second choice during JAMB registration.
Can I be admitted into POLYIBADAN if I score very high and choose it as second choice?
No. Regardless of your JAMB score, POLYIBADAN will not consider you for admission if you apply as a second-choice candidate.
Is POLYIBADAN among the schools JAMB allows as second choice?
While JAMB allows candidates to pick a second choice institution, POLYIBADAN does not accept second-choice candidates for admission.
What choice must I select to be eligible for admission into POLYIBADAN?
You must select The Polytechnic Ibadan as your first choice institution in JAMB to be eligible for admission consideration.
Can I change POLYIBADAN to first choice after registration?
Yes. You can use the JAMB change of institution service to change your choice and make POLYIBADAN your first choice if you truly want to apply to the school.
