The Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) is a military and civilian tertiary institution established by the Nigerian Air Force to provide advanced education in engineering, sciences, and aviation-related disciplines.

AFIT was originally founded as a technical training school for Air Force personnel but has since expanded into a full-fledged higher institution offering National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes for both military and civilian students.

The institute is known for its strong focus on aerospace engineering, avionics, and applied sciences, contributing significantly to Nigeria’s aviation and defence sectors.

Location

Air Force Institute of Technology
Kaduna
Kaduna State
Nigeria

Faculties / Schools

AFIT operates several schools and faculties including:

• School of Air Engineering

• School of Ground Engineering

• School of Sciences

• School of Computing

• School of Business and Management

• School of Environmental Technology

List of Courses Offered by Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT)

Some of the programmes offered include:

• Aerospace Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical/Electronics Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering

• Computer Science

• Cyber Security

• Physics with Electronics

• Mathematics

• Statistics

• Accounting

• Business Administration

• Banking and Finance

• Marketing

• Estate Management

• Quantity Surveying

• Urban and Regional Planning

Admission Requirements

Undergraduate / ND Admission

• Candidates must sit for the UTME conducted by JAMB.

• Applicants must obtain at least five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

• Candidates must meet the required JAMB subject combination for their chosen course.

• Applicants must select AFIT as their preferred institution or apply for a change of institution.

• Candidates must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise.

Admissions Portal
https://portal.afit.edu.ng/student/

Direct Entry / HND Admission

• ND in a relevant field (minimum of Lower Credit for HND).

• Completion of SIWES/Industrial Training is usually required.

Postgraduate Admission

AFIT offers postgraduate programmes in engineering, sciences, and management fields.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

School Fees

AFIT operates a tuition-free policy, but students pay sundry and administrative charges.

Last known fees include:

• ND/HND fresh students: approximately ₦109,200 – ₦130,500 depending on programme

• Degree fresh students: approximately ₦136,300

• Returning students: approximately ₦52,000 – ₦99,800 depending on level and programme

Acceptance fee is about ₦20,000.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Cut-off Mark

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 140.

Competitive courses such as Engineering and Computer Science may require 150 – 200+.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Hostel / Accommodation

AFIT provides hostel accommodation within the Nigerian Air Force Base.

Last known hostel fees include:

• Standard hostel: about ₦25,000 per session

• Alternative hostels: ₦40,000 – ₦150,000 depending on type and facilities

Accommodation is limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Notice Board

AFIT Resumption Date for 2026/2027 Academic Session

The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) has announced Monday, 19 October 2026 as the resumption date for all undergraduate and Diploma students for the 2026/2027 academic session. Academic activities are expected to commence following the resumption date.

The students’ portal will be open for registration from 19 to 30 October 2026. Students are advised to complete their registration within the stipulated period to avoid the additional charge for late registration.

First-semester lectures are scheduled to begin on Monday, 2 November 2026, which is also the date the mandatory 75 per cent attendance requirement will commence. Late registration will be allowed from 2 to 6 November 2026 at a fee of ₦10,000, while the students’ portal will close for registration on Saturday, 7 November 2026.

AFIT urged all students to take note of the dates and comply with the registration and attendance requirements for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Notable Alumni

Information on widely recognized notable alumni of AFIT is limited in public sources due to its specialized and military-linked structure.

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://www.afit.edu.ng/

Student Portal
https://portal.afit.edu.ng/student/

Admissions (Undergraduate)
https://afit.edu.ng/home/admissions/undergraduate/

Admission Requirements
https://afit.edu.ng/home/admissions/admission-requirements/

Admissions Portal
https://admissions.udusok.edu.ng/admin.php

Contact Information

Air Force Institute of Technology
Kaduna
Kaduna State
Nigeria

Phone: Not publicly specified

Email: Not publicly specified

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is AFIT located?

AFIT is located in Kaduna, Kaduna State, Nigeria, within the Nigerian Air Force Base.

Is AFIT a military school?

AFIT is owned by the Nigerian Air Force, but it admits both military personnel and civilians.

Does AFIT charge tuition fees?

No, tuition is free, but students pay administrative and sundry fees.

Does AFIT conduct Post-UTME screening?

Yes. Candidates must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise.

What is the cut-off mark for AFIT?

The last known minimum JAMB cut-off mark is around 140, depending on the programme. Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.