THE POLYTECHNIC, IBADAN
OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE & PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT
Release of Provisional Admission Lists for the 2026/2027 Academic Session (National Diploma & Higher National Diploma)
The Management of The Polytechnic, Ibadan, Oyo State, hereby announces the official release of the provisional admission lists for both National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes for the 2026/2027 Academic Session.
This milestone marks the culmination of our rigorous screening process and opens the doors of this historic institution to a new cohort of scholars, innovators, and technical leaders. Management extends its warmest congratulations to the thousands of successful applicants who have distinguished themselves during the admission exercise.
1. Crucial Action Item: The JAMB CAPS Mandate (For ND Candidates)
Before attempting to access the institution’s localized portal, all National Diploma (ND) candidates must note that provisional admission remains incomplete until it is formally accepted on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admission Processing System (CAPS).
Many applicants mistakenly assume that a notification on the school portal suffices. In reality, JAMB CAPS serves as the structural validator of your tertiary education record in Nigeria. Failure to accept your offer via CAPS will halt your clearance, delay the generation of your matriculation number, and ultimately jeopardize your mobilization for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) upon graduation.
How to Validate Your Offer on JAMB CAPS:
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Navigate to the official JAMB e-Facility Portal.
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Log in using the unique email address and password associated with your JAMB profile.
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Locate and click on the “Check Admission Status” tab.
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Select the appropriate examination year (2026) and input your JAMB Registration Number.
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Click “Access My CAPS” to open your personal admission dashboard.
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Review your status. If you have been matched with an offer, click “Accept Admission”.
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Once accepted, immediately print your Official JAMB Admission Letter and Original UTME Result Slip.
2. Step-by-Step Guide to Verification on the School Portal
Once your offer is secured on JAMB CAPS (or immediately for HND applicants), you must verify your profile status on the institutional network to kickstart registration.
3. Post-Admission Workflow & Structural Clearance
Transitioning from a prospective applicant to a fully registered student requires completing several administrative clearances. To avoid overcrowding and last-minute penalties, admitted students are urged to begin early registration.
[ PROVISIONAL ADMISSION OFFER ]
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[ VALIDATE OFFER ON JAMB CAPS ]
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[ PRINT INSTITUTIONAL ADMISSION LETTER ]
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[ REMIT NON-REFUNDABLE ACCEPTANCE FEE ]
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[ SUBMIT PHYSICAL CLEARANCE DOSSIER ]
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[ GENERATE MATRICULATION NUMBER & LEVY PAY ]
Required Dossier for Physical Screening:
Newly admitted students should compile multiple physical and digital duplicates of the following credentials before visiting their respective departmental screening venues:
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Original JAMB Result Slip (with passport photograph visible)
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Official JAMB Admission Letter (Institution Copy)
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The Polytechnic, Ibadan Portal Admission Printout
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O’Level Result Certificate(s) (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB in not more than two sittings)
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Primary Birth Certificate or Certified Statutory Declaration of Age
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Certificate of Local Government Origin
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Official Bank Receipts for paid Acceptance and Institutional Fees
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Recent passport-sized photographs (white background preferred)
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National Identification Number (NIN) slip
4. Understanding Pending Statuses & Batched Lists
If your portal query currently returns an “Admission in Progress” or “Not Admitted” notification, do not panic.
The Polytechnic, Ibadan releases its admission placements in successive batches. A pending status does not indicate structural rejection. Your application may still be undergoing evaluation or waiting for departmental adjustments.
Common Factors Delaying Immediate Admission Tracking:
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Missing O’Level Uploads: Ensure your secondary school certificates have been successfully uploaded to your profile on the JAMB portal.
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Subject Combination Discrepancies: Your UTME or O’Level core subjects must precisely match the prerequisites set by your chosen department.
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Merit Cut-Off Adjustments: If you fell just below the primary merit threshold, your profile may be under consideration for subsequent supplementary allocations.
Recommendation: Continue to log into both your JAMB CAPS and the school portal at regular intervals. Avoid relying on unofficial third-party forums.
5. Official Security Advisory: Anti-Scam Warning
The management of The Polytechnic, Ibadan issues a strong warning against opportunistic bad actors. Admission into this institution cannot be purchased, upgraded, or influenced by external brokers.
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All financial transactions—including acceptance fees, administrative levies, and tuition fees—must be completed strictly through the designated payment gateway channels integrated within our official portal.
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Never disclose your portal login credentials, passwords, or transactional PINs to anyone claiming to be a school official.
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Ignore SMS alerts, WhatsApp broadcasts, or social media pages providing personal bank accounts for “fast-tracked clearance.” When in doubt, verify information directly on the campus or via our official online domains.
About The Polytechnic, Ibadan
Founded in 1970, The Polytechnic, Ibadan stands as a cornerstone of technical education and vocational development in Nigeria. For over five decades, the institution has championed a curriculum that balances rigorous engineering, technological, scientific, and business concepts with hands-on practice. Situated in the historic capital of Oyo State, the institution continues to produce self-reliant graduates who anchor key roles in industry, research, and public service across the globe.
We welcome you to a community dedicated to innovation, discipline, and excellence. Your path to professional mastery begins now.
Signed,
The Management
The Polytechnic, Ibadan
