Skills that are acquired in vocational and technical institutions are indispensable in present-day society. The demand for graduates with these skills continues to soar each day in the country. Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa is one of the institutions that offer these skills. It focuses on the need for harnessing technological advancements and innovations to make life easier for all human beings.

When was Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa established? The Federal Government of Nigeria established the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa on the 1st of July 1983. The institution was started to harness the existing and new technologies to bring a positive transformation in the society. Since its establishment, many students have graduated from this institution. They now have successful careers either as employed or self-employed persons.
Objectives of Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa
The goals of this institution are to;
- Train students so that they can get technical and vocational skills that are required for social and economic development in Nigeria.
- Equip students with knowledge and skills that could improve the environment, for example, finding feasible solutions for environmental challenges.
- Offer students a chance to appreciate and use technology.
- Offer students a chance to acquire professional training in technology and engineering.

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Application process

Applications to this institution can be made via the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa portal. To successfully make the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa - online application, follow these simple steps;

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A non-refundable application fee of N5,500 is charged for Higher National Diploma programmes, N5,000 for Pre-ND, N2,500 for ND (Post UTME), and N6,000 for IJMB. A fee of N6,000 is charged for people who wish to apply for a part-time course.
Registration
Once you have been admitted, you will have to follow the Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa academic calendar and rules. To register, follow these steps;

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Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa courses
In 1985, all the programmes that the polytechnic was offering were accredited. The institution began offering higher national diploma programmes in various fields in 1986. Since then, new departments have been established and accredited. Today, the institution also provides part-time programmes. The existing schools and departments are;

School of Applied Sciences
The school has the following departments which offer related courses;
- Agricultural Science Technology
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Computer Science
- Hospitality Management
- Science Laboratory Technology
School of Business Studies
The school has the following departments which offer associated courses;
- Banking and Finance
- Accountancy
- Public Administration
- Marketing
- Office Technology & Management
- Business Administration and Management

School of Environmental Studies
The school has the following departments which offer related courses;
- Architectural Technology
- Urban & Regional Planning
- Arts and Industrial Design
- Survey and Geo-informatics
- Quantity Surveying
- Estate Management
- Building Technology
School of Engineering Technology
The school has the following departments which offer related courses;

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- Agricultural Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Electrical Engineering Technology
- Chemical Engineering Technology
- Civil Engineering Technology

School of General Studies
The school has the following departments which offer related courses;
- Mass Communication
- Library and Information Science
- General Studies
School of Continuing Education
This school provides part-time programmes and IJMB Unit.
Fees
The amount of fees that each student pays varies depending on the course that they are pursuing. Once you have been admitted, you will get more information about the amount that you should pay each semester.
Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa contact number
You can contact this institution via the following contact details;
- Phone number: (305)333-5522/ (305)333-5522
- Email: info@fedpolynas.edu.ng
Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa is an institution that equips students with technical and vocational skills that are required in present-day Nigeria. Since its establishment in 1983, the institution has been offering various courses in its six schools. Part-time courses are available. You can apply for admission via the online portal to become one of the students in this esteemed institution.

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