Maybe life hasn’t gone as planned. You had dreams of university after secondary school, but life had other ideas. Maybe you started a business, picked up a trade, or had to work to support your family. But through it all, that burning desire to earn a degree, to walk through campus as a student and leave as a graduate; it never died.

If that sounds like you, then this opportunity from the Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti is exactly what you’ve been waiting for. The 2025/2026 National Diploma (ND) Part-Time/Evening Admission Form is now available, and it could be the step that turns your long-held academic dreams into reality.

What is the Fed Poly Ado-Ekiti ND Part-Time Programme All About?

The Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti has announced its admission into the six-semester National Diploma (ND) Part-Time and Evening Programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. These programs are ideal for individuals who want to study without putting their lives on hold workers, artisans, entrepreneurs, parents, and others who need flexibility.

You’ll be earning a National Diploma (ND) while still maintaining your daily job or business. It’s a practical, affordable, and structured approach to getting educated in today’s Nigeria — where balancing hustle and school is often the only option.

Who Can Apply? Understanding the General Admission Requirements

For UTME Candidates with 120+ Score

If you scored 120 and above in the 2025/2026 UTME, and either:

• Didn’t choose Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti in your original application, or
• Didn’t meet the required aggregate for your preferred full-time course,

You can still apply for the Part-Time/Evening ND programme.

O’Level Requirements

All applicants must possess:

• Five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings.
• Acceptable exams include: SSCE, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB.

Special Note for NABTEB Applicants

• For courses under School of Engineering (SOE) and School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT), NABTEB applicants must include at least one core subject in a Trade Related Area (TRA).
• Courses like Bookkeeping, Commerce, Secretariat Studies, etc., are not acceptable for these departments.
• NABTEB Business Certificate (NBC) and General Education Certificate (NGC) are not accepted for engineering.
• However, NBC and NTC applicants can apply for business-related courses, science, or computer studies.

Before applying, carefully review the departmental subject requirements for your chosen course on the school portal.

The Application Process: Two Key Stages You Must Complete

Stage 1: JAMB CAPS Platform Registration

1. Visit any JAMB Office or JAMB CBT accredited center near you.
2. Register using a valid email address and phone number.
3. Pay the JAMB-prescribed application and processing fee.
4. You’ll be issued a JAMB registration number and admission letter, which is mandatory for ND part-time admission.

Stage 2: Apply via Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti Portal

Follow these steps carefully:

1. Visit: http://www.students.fedpolyado.edu.ng
2. Click “Application”, then “Generate Invoice”.
3. From the dropdown, select ND PART-TIME/EVENING under “Programme”.
4. Choose your desired course of study.
5. Enter your personal details, then generate invoice.

Payment Options:

• Pay ₦11,500 only via Remita at any commercial bank with the invoice.
• Or, pay directly on the portal using a debit card (MasterCard, Visa, Verve). Be sure to print the invoice before making payment.

After Payment:

1. Return to the portal and fill your application form using the RRR number on your invoice.
2. Ensure all information is accurate before submission.
3. Print out your acknowledgment slip and application form.
4. Upload your O’Level results on the JAMB portal — a crucial step many applicants overlook.

Important Dates You Must Not Miss

• Online Application Starts: Friday, August 1, 2025
• Deadline for Application: Sunday, August 31, 2025
• Visit www.fedpolyado.edu.ng from Monday, August 4, 2025, for more detailed application instructions.

Why This Matters: A Message from One Hustler to Another

Let’s tell ourselves the truth, nobody is waiting to hand you success in Nigeria. You have to fight for it. But you also need the right doors to be open. This part-time ND admission at Fed Poly Ado-Ekiti is one of those doors.

It is not just an admission form. It’s a shot at:

• Career advancement
• Better job opportunities
• Respect in society
• Breaking family cycles of educational limitation

Don’t let this moment pass you by because of fear, delay, or misinformation.