Dorben Polytechnic, Abuja invites applications from qualified candidates for Admission into National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) full-time and part-time programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Students who meet the entry requirements are encouraged to apply for available courses in diverse fields ranging from business and communication to science, technology, and engineering.
National Diploma (ND) Programmes
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Mass Communication
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Computer Engineering Technology
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Computer Science
- Statistics
- Hospitality Management and Technology
- Estate Management and Valuation
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Office Technology and Management
Higher National Diploma (HND) Programmes
- Accountancy
- Business Administration and Management
- Public Administration
- Computer Engineering Technology
- Journalism and Media Studies
- Networking and Cloud Computing
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering (Electronics and Telecommunications, Power and Machine, Control and Instrumentation options)
- Computer Science
- Maths/Statistics
- Hospitality Management and Technology
- Estate Management and Valuation
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Science Laboratory Technology (Chemistry, Microbiology options)
Admission Process and Requirements
Applicants for ND full-time programmes must apply through JAMB CAPS. A minimum score of 100 points in the 2025/2026 JAMB UTME is required. Candidates who selected another polytechnic but wish to transfer to Dorben Polytechnic can request a change of institution through the JAMB Portal.
JAMB CAPS Registration Steps
- Create a JAMB CAPS account
- Link your email and phone number to your JAMB profile
- Check your admission status regularly on the portal
Once admitted, candidates must accept the offer on JAMB CAPS, print the admission letter, and present it at the Dorben Polytechnic Admission Office along Garam-Bwari Road for verification.
Registration and Documentation
Successful candidates will complete registration with the following documents:
HND candidates below 30 years of age admitted on a full-time basis will be eligible for NYSC mobilisation after graduation.
General Admission Requirements
For National Diploma (ND):
- Five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics
- Minimum of 100 JAMB UTME points (ND full-time only)
For Higher National Diploma (HND):
- National Diploma in a related field with at least a Lower Credit from a recognised polytechnic
- Five O’Level credits including English and Mathematics
- One-year industrial training experience
Special Considerations
The management has approved a 20% tuition scholarship for:
- Military and paramilitary personnel recommended by their offices
- Female students enrolled in Science and Engineering programmes
How to Apply for Dorben Polytechnic Admission
Application forms are available at the Admission Office on the main campus, Garam. Applicants should collect the form, complete it, and submit it with all required documents.
Management may review admission procedures in line with the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) guidelines.
For enquiries, visit the Dorben Polytechnic official website, send an email to abupoly@yahoo.ca, or call +234 805 512 5077, +234 803 597 8179, or +234 803 210 2276.
