Ladoke Akintola University of Technology widely known as LAUTECH is a public state university located in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, South-West Nigeria. Established on 23rd April 1990, LAUTECH is one of Nigeria’s most prestigious universities of technology and has earned recognition as the Best State University in Nigeria, the Best University of Technology in Nigeria, and the 4th Best University in Nigeria overall. With a student population of over 30,000 and more than 3,000 skilled academic and non-teaching staff, LAUTECH offers undergraduate, postgraduate, part-time, Open Distance Learning (ODL), JUPEB, and Pre-Degree Science (PDS) programmes across twelve faculties on two campuses. All programmes are fully accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The current Vice-Chancellor is Professor Mojeed Kolawole Liasu.
History of the Institution
The origins of LAUTECH trace back to 1987, when the Military Governor of Oyo State, Governor Adetunji Olurin, received a request from the Polytechnic Ibadan’s Governing Council to establish a state university. In 1988, Governor Olurin constituted a seven-member inter-ministerial committee chaired by Mrs. Oyinkan Ayoola, which recommended the creation of a university of technology. On 13th March 1990, Nigeria’s Federal Military Government gave approval for the establishment, and the edict creating the Oyo State University of Technology (OSUTECH) was signed on 23rd April 1990 by Colonel Sasaenia Oresanya.
The university commenced its inaugural academic session on 19th October 1990, with an initial enrolment of 436 students across four pioneer faculties: Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Engineering and Management Science, and Pure and Applied Science. Professor Olusegun Ladimeji Oke — after whom the university’s main library is named — served as the pioneer Vice-Chancellor. In January 1991, the late Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (M.K.O.) Abiola assumed the role of the university’s first Chancellor. A College of Health Sciences was established a year after the institution opened.
Following the creation of Osun State from the old Oyo State in 1991, the university was renamed Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso, in honour of the late Chief Samuel Ládòkè Akíntọ́lá, a prominent Ogbomoso-born Nigerian statesman and the Premier of the old Western Region, who was tragically assassinated in January 1966. The university was jointly owned by Oyo and Osun States from its founding until 20th November 2020, when it became solely owned by Oyo State following a mutual agreement between the two states.
LAUTECH has won numerous national and international awards and rankings and has grown from 4 pioneer faculties to 12 faculties, with a second campus — the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources — established in Iseyin. The institution’s Teaching Hospital is located in Osogbo. A TETFund-supported hostel construction project worth ₦3 billion is currently in progress to provide on-campus student accommodation.
Location
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Ogbomoso-Ilorin Road, Ogbomoso Oyo State, Nigeria
Phone: +234 806 762 4952 Email: registrar@lautech.edu.ng
LAUTECH operates two campuses: the Main Campus in Ogbomoso and the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources campus in Iseyin, Oyo State. The LAUTECH Teaching Hospital is located in Osogbo, Osun State.
List of Courses Offered by Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH)
LAUTECH offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across twelve faculties on two campuses, covering over 72 academic programmes.
Faculty of Computing and Informatics (Main Campus)
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security Science
- Information Systems
Faculty of Engineering and Technology (Main Campus)
- Agricultural Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic and Electrical Engineering
- Food Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
Faculty of Environmental Sciences (Main Campus)
- Architecture
- Building
- Estate Management
- Fine and Applied Arts
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
Faculty of Food and Consumer Sciences (Main Campus)
- Food Science
- Nutrition and Dietetics
- Consumer and Home Economics
- Hospitality and Tourism
Faculty of Management Sciences (Main Campus)
- Accounting
- Business Management
- Marketing
- Transport Management
Faculty of Pure and Applied Sciences (Main Campus)
- Earth Sciences
- General Studies
- Pure and Applied Biology
- Pure and Applied Chemistry
- Pure and Applied Mathematics
- Pure and Applied Physics
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Biochemistry
- Statistics
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (Main Campus)
- English and Literary Studies
- History and International Studies
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Library and Information Science
- Mass Communication
- Economics
College of Health Sciences — Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences (Main Campus)
- Anatomy
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Physiology
College of Health Sciences — Faculty of Basic Clinical Sciences
- Chemical Pathology
- Haematology and Blood Transfusion
- Medical Microbiology and Parasitology
- Morbid Anatomy and Histopathology
- Pharmacology and Therapeutics
College of Health Sciences — Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
- Anaesthesia, Community Medicine, ENT, Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Paediatrics and Child Health, Psychiatry, Radiology, Surgery
College of Health Sciences — Faculty of Nursing Sciences
- Mental Health/Psychiatric Nursing
- Medical/Surgical Nursing
- Maternal and Child Health Nursing
- Public/Community Health Nursing
College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources (Iseyin Campus)
Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources:
- Forest Resource Management
- Wildlife and Ecotourism Management
- Aquaculture and Fisheries Management
Faculty of Agricultural Sciences:
- Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
- Animal Nutrition and Biotechnology
- Animal Production and Health
- Crop and Environmental Protection
- Crop Production and Soil Science
- Agricultural Economics
For the complete and most up-to-date list of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, please visit the official undergraduate programmes page or see the latest news below.
Admission Forms
UTME (Undergraduate) Admission
- A minimum of five (5) O’Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings in WAEC, NECO, GCE O’Level, or NABTEB.
- A valid JAMB UTME score meeting the minimum cut-off mark is required. Candidates must select LAUTECH as their institution of first choice on JAMB. LAUTECH does not accept second-choice candidates.
- All eligible candidates must participate in the Post-UTME screening exercise and meet the departmental cut-off mark.
- UTME subject combinations must be relevant to the chosen programme.
Direct Entry Admission
- Candidates with A’Level passes, ND (Upper Credit), HND, or NCE qualifications may apply for Direct Entry into 200 Level.
- Five (5) O’Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings are required in addition to the Direct Entry qualification.
JUPEB (Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board)
- A one-year foundation programme that qualifies candidates for Direct Entry admission into 200 Level at LAUTECH or other participating universities, without re-sitting JAMB. Apply via the LAUTECH JUPEB portal.
Pre-Degree Science (PDS)
- A one-year remedial programme that prepares candidates for direct admission into LAUTECH. Successful candidates may proceed to 100 Level.
Open Distance Learning (ODL)
- LAUTECH offers flexible distance learning programmes. The minimum UTME cut-off mark for ODL candidates is 170.
LAUTECH Postgraduate Admission Form is Out, 2026/2027
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has announced the commencement of applications for admission into its Regular Postgraduate Programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. Interested and suitably qualified candidates can apply for postgraduate programmes offered across various faculties of the university.
The available programmes cover different levels, including Postgraduate Diploma (PGD), Master’s programmes, Master of Philosophy (M.Phil.), M.Phil/Ph.D. and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programmes across faculties such as Agricultural Sciences, Basic Clinical Sciences, Basic Medical Sciences, Computing and Informatics, Engineering and Technology, Environmental Sciences, Management Sciences, Nursing Sciences, and Pure and Applied Sciences.
Applicants are required to meet the general and specific admission requirements for their chosen programmes. For example, candidates applying for Postgraduate Diploma programmes must possess relevant degrees such as B.Tech, B.Sc, B.Eng, BMLS or HND with at least Lower Credit in relevant disciplines. Candidates seeking admission into M.Tech, M.Sc and M.A programmes are required to possess relevant first degrees with at least Second Class Lower Division or other approved qualifications.
The duration of the full-time postgraduate programmes varies depending on the programme level. Postgraduate Diploma programmes run for a minimum of two semesters, Master’s programmes require a minimum of three semesters, while M.Phil/Ph.D and Ph.D programmes run for a minimum of six semesters.
Interested applicants can obtain the application form online through the LAUTECH postgraduate application portal at https://apply.lautech.edu.ng. The application fee is ₦20,000, excluding bank charges, and payment is to be made using an Interswitch-enabled debit card. Applicants are advised to complete the form online and submit the required documents, including transcripts and relevant credentials, to the Secretary, Postgraduate School, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso, within six weeks from the date of publication.
Cut off Mark
LAUTECH Departmental Cut-Off Marks 2026/2027 Released
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has released the admission cut-off marks for its various undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. The cut-off marks are for candidates who applied for admission into the university through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
The released cut-off marks provide candidates with the required scores for their chosen programmes during the 2026/2027 admission exercise. Applicants are advised to check the official LAUTECH admission update platform to view the cut-off mark for their respective courses.
Candidates can access the full list of programme-specific cut-off marks through the LAUTECH admission cut-off marks portal. After checking the required score, applicants are encouraged to regularly monitor their JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) portal for updates on their admission status.
LAUTECH also advised candidates to be cautious of individuals or groups claiming to offer admission assistance in exchange for payment. The university stated that admission processing is free and warned applicants against patronising unauthorised persons to avoid possible fraud.
School Fees
The last known school fees for LAUTECH for the 2024/2025 academic session were approximately ₦372,400 for Oyo State indigenes and ₦459,900 for non-indigenes, excluding the mandatory acceptance fee and other additional charges. Fees vary by faculty, course, and student status.
The acceptance fee for newly admitted fresh students is ₦50,000 (non-refundable), paid as a one-time fee to confirm admission. Postgraduate students pay ₦30,000 as an acceptance fee. Each department charges additional levies of approximately ₦10,000 — ₦15,000 per session. Medical students may pay supplementation fees of ₦125,000 — ₦250,000. The total JUPEB programme fee is approximately ₦215,000, and the Pre-Degree Science programme fee is approximately ₦185,000.
LAUTECH allows instalment payment of tuition fees, but students must pay at least 40% — 50% of their fees before sitting for semester examinations. Late payment attracts penalties. School fees are paid via the undergraduate portal at eportal.lautech.edu.ng using a student’s matriculation number and password.
Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for the most current school fees schedule, as fees are subject to review each academic session.
Hostel / Accommodation
LAUTECH currently operates as a non-residential university, meaning there are no official on-campus student hostels managed by the university at present. However, a TETFund-supported hostel construction project worth ₦3 billion is currently ongoing, and on-campus hostels are expected to be available when completed.
In the meantime, students rely on privately owned hostels and apartments located around the university campus in Ogbomoso. Private hostel fees in Ogbomoso range from approximately ₦90,000 to ₦300,000 per year depending on location, amenities, and room type. Popular student areas near LAUTECH include Adenike Area (5 — 10 minutes walk from the main gate), Sabo Area (budget-friendly), and Randa Area (mix of budget and premium options).
Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for updates on the construction of on-campus hostels.
Academic Calendar
LAUTECH Academic Calendar for 2026/2027 Harmattan Semester Released
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has released the approved academic calendar for the 2026/2027 Harmattan Semester. The calendar was approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. R. O. Rom Kalihu, on behalf of the University Senate for all staff and students of the institution.
Fresh students are expected to resume on Monday, 5th October 2026, for certificate verification, documentation and registration, while returning students will resume on Monday, 12th October 2026. Lectures for both fresh and returning students will also commence on Monday, 12th October 2026.
| Date |
Activity |
| Monday, 9th November 2026 |
Orientation for fresh students |
| Thursday, 12th November 2026 |
Matriculation ceremony |
| Monday, 23rd November – Saturday, 28th November 2026 |
Mid-Semester Continuous Assessment (CA) Test by CBT |
| Wednesday, 23rd December 2026 – Sunday, 3rd January 2027 |
Christmas/New Year Break |
| Monday, 4th January – Friday, 8th January 2027 |
Lecture-free week/Tutorial |
| Saturday, 9th January 2027 |
End of Harmattan Semester lectures |
| Monday, 11th January – Saturday, 30th January 2027 |
Harmattan Semester examinations |
| Monday, 1st February – Saturday, 20th February 2027 |
Semester break for students |
| Monday, 22nd February 2027 |
Commencement of 2026/2027 Rain Semester |
Students are advised to take note of the important dates, including registration deadlines and examination periods, and ensure they complete all academic activities within the stipulated timelines. The university will commence the 2026/2027 Rain Semester immediately after the semester break on Monday, 22nd February 2027.
Notice Board
LAUTECH College of Agriculture Clarifies Lecturers’ Status at Iseyin Campus
The Office of the Provost, College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources (CASRNR), Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Iseyin Campus, has issued a clarification regarding reports claiming that lecturers have returned to the university’s Ogbomoso campus. In a statement dated 21 October 2026, the college described the report as unconfirmed and said it did not reflect the current situation at Iseyin Campus.
According to the college, academic activities have resumed at the Iseyin Campus following the long academic break. Lecturers across the college have also commenced lectures, contrary to reports suggesting that they have returned to Ogbomoso.
The college urged students to disregard the unverified reports and remain calm as academic activities continue. Students were also advised to rely on credible sources and official university communications for accurate information about developments at the campus.
Students are encouraged to follow official announcements from LAUTECH and the College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources for further updates on academic activities at Iseyin Campus.
LAUTECH JUPEB Admission Form Deadline Extended for 2026/2027 Session
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, has announced an extension of the application deadline for its Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) programme for the 2026/2027 academic session. The extension gives interested candidates additional time to complete their applications for the programme.
The university informed prospective applicants who are interested in obtaining the LAUTECH JUPEB application form that the new deadline has been fixed for Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Candidates who are yet to apply are encouraged to complete their online application before the closing date.
The JUPEB programme provides candidates with an alternative pathway for gaining admission into the second year of undergraduate programmes in participating universities after successful completion of the programme and the required examination. Interested applicants should ensure they meet the admission requirements and follow the university’s application procedures before submitting their forms.
Prospective students are advised to take advantage of the extended deadline and complete all necessary steps early to avoid last-minute challenges. Further information about the LAUTECH JUPEB programme, application process, and requirements can be obtained through the university’s official communication channels.
LAUTECH Announces 75th Inaugural Lecture
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, Oyo State, has announced its 75th Inaugural Lecture, which will be delivered by Professor James Enajero Tobih, MBBS (Ibadan), FWACS.
The lecture will focus on otorhinolaryngology and head and neck surgery, highlighting issues relating to the care, diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the upper respiratory system and related anatomical regions.
The details of the inaugural lecture are as follows:
| Event Details |
Information |
| Lecture Title |
“Care of the Upper Rooms: Navigating the Labyrinth of Otorhinolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery” |
| Date |
Thursday, 24 September 2026 |
| Time |
12:00 noon |
| Venue |
The Great Hall, LAUTECH, Ogbomoso |
| Lecturer |
Professor James Enajero Tobih, MBBS (Ibadan), FWACS |
| Chairman |
Professor R. O. Rom Kalilu, Vice-Chancellor, LAUTECH |
Guests are expected to be seated by 11:30 a.m. before the commencement of the lecture.
The university has invited members of the academic community, medical professionals, students, researchers and the general public to attend the 75th Inaugural Lecture.
Notable Alumni
LAUTECH has celebrated numerous graduates who have distinguished themselves in academia, engineering, public service, and business. Some include:
- Shina Peller – Nigerian politician, businessman, entrepreneur, owner of Club Quilox and founder of Aquila Records.
- Seyi Olofinjana – Nigerian former professional footballer who played as a midfielder for clubs in England and represented the Nigerian national team.
- Samson Abioye – Nigerian technology entrepreneur and co-founder of Pass.ng, an online examination preparation platform.
- Peju Alatise – Nigerian artist, poet, writer and fellow of the National Museum of African Art, Smithsonian Institution.
- Oluwaseun Olaegbe – Nigerian technology entrepreneur, software professional and musician.
- Odunola Abayomi – Nigerian television presenter and media personality.
- Esther Adeola-Balogun – Nigerian banker, entrepreneur and Chief Executive Officer of Ucee Microfinance Bank.
- Habeeb Jaiyeola – Nigerian financial professional and Partner at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).
- Adenike Temidayo Oladiji – Nigerian professor, biochemist and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Lagos.
- Adefunke Sarah Ebijuwa – Nigerian professor of Library and Information Science and the first LAUTECH graduate to become a principal officer of the university.
- Victor Ayobami Ajayi (Veeesax) – Nigerian cybersecurity expert, musician and technology professional.
Official Website and Portal Links
Contact Information
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Ogbomoso-Ilorin Road, Ogbomoso Oyo State, Nigeria
Phone: +234 806 762 4952 Email: registrar@lautech.edu.ng
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is LAUTECH a university or a polytechnic? LAUTECH is a fully accredited state university — not a polytechnic. It is a university of technology that offers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees across science, engineering, health, arts, and management disciplines, fully recognised by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Where is LAUTECH located? LAUTECH’s main campus is located on the Ogbomoso-Ilorin Road in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, South-West Nigeria. It also operates a second campus in Iseyin, Oyo State, for its College of Agricultural Sciences and Renewable Natural Resources, and its Teaching Hospital is in Osogbo, Osun State.
When was LAUTECH established? The university was established on 23rd April 1990 as the Oyo State University of Technology (OSUTECH) and was renamed Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in 1991 following the creation of Osun State.
What is LAUTECH’s ranking? LAUTECH is ranked as the Best State University in Nigeria, the Best University of Technology in Nigeria, the 4th Best University in Nigeria, 11th in Nigeria for research, and 74th in Africa for research.
What programmes does LAUTECH offer? LAUTECH offers undergraduate, postgraduate (M.Sc., MBA, Ph.D.), Part-Time, ODL (Open Distance Learning), JUPEB, and Pre-Degree Science (PDS) programmes across twelve faculties covering engineering, computing, health sciences, agriculture, environmental sciences, arts, and management.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for LAUTECH? The last known minimum cut-off mark is 170 — 180. Competitive courses require higher scores: Nursing (260), Medicine and Surgery (250), Medical Lab Science (250), and Computer Science (230). Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for current figures.
Does LAUTECH accept second-choice JAMB candidates? No. LAUTECH only considers candidates who selected it as their institution of first choice on JAMB.
Does LAUTECH have on-campus hostels? Not at present. LAUTECH is currently a non-residential university. A TETFund-supported ₦3 billion hostel construction project is ongoing. Students currently live in private hostels near the campus, ranging from ₦90,000 — ₦300,000 per year.
How much are LAUTECH school fees? The last known fees are approximately ₦372,400 for Oyo State indigenes and ₦459,900 for non-indigenes per session, excluding acceptance fees and other charges. The acceptance fee is ₦50,000 for fresh undergraduates. Please see the latest news below or visit the school website for the most current fees.
Can LAUTECH students pay fees in instalments? Yes. LAUTECH allows instalment payment of tuition fees, but students must have paid at least 40% — 50% of their fees to be eligible to sit for semester examinations. Late payment attracts penalties.
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