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State Polytechnics are owned and funded by the various State Governments of Nigeria. They play a critical role in training skilled manpower for both state and national development.
While their tuition fees are usually higher than those of Federal Polytechnics, they often have admission quotas favouring indigenes of the state, which can make it easier for residents to gain admission.
In this guide, you’ll find:
- The complete NBTE-approved list of State Polytechnics in Nigeria (as of 2025)
- The types of courses they offer
- Admission requirements
- Links to detailed single-school pages for each polytechnic
Complete List of State Polytechnics in Nigeria (2025)
Below is the official NBTE-recognized list of State Polytechnics in Nigeria. Each name will link to its dedicated page with details about that polytechnic’s courses, fees, and admission updates.
- Abia State Polytechnic, Aba – Abia
- Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola – Adamawa
- Anambra State Polytechnic, Mgbakwu – Anambra
- Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi – Bauchi
- Bayelsa State Polytechnic, Aleibiri – Bayelsa
- Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo – Benue
- Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri – Borno
- Cross River Institute of Technology & Management, Ugep – Cross River
- Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku – Delta
- Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara – Delta
- Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro – Delta
- Delta State Maritime Polytechnic, Burutu – Delta
- Edo State Polytechnic, Usen – Edo
- Institute of Management & Technology (IMT), Enugu – Enugu
- Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo – Enugu
- Gombe State Polytechnic, Bajoga – Gombe
- Imo State Polytechnic, Omuma – Imo
- Binyaminu Usman Polytechnic, Hadejia – Jigawa
- Jigawa State Polytechnic, Dutse – Jigawa
- Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria – Kaduna
- Kano State Polytechnic, Kano – Kano
- Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic, Katsina – Katsina
- Katsina Institute of Technology & Management – Katsina
- Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja – Kogi
- Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin – Kwara
- Lagos State Polytechnic (LASUSTECH Polytechnic Arm), Ikorodu – Lagos
- Isa Mustapha Agwai Polytechnic, Lafia – Nasarawa
- College of Agriculture, Science & Technology, Lafia – Nasarawa
- Niger State Polytechnic, Zungeru – Niger
- Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo – Ogun
- D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Itori-Ewekoro – Ogun
- Gateway ICT Polytechnic, Saapade – Ogun
- Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa – Ogun
- Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta – Ogun
- Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo – Ondo
- Osun State College of Technology, Esa-Oke – Osun
- Osun State Polytechnic, Iree – Osun
- The Polytechnic, Iresi – Osun
- Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa – Oyo
- Oyo State College of Agriculture & Technology, Igbo-Ora – Oyo
- The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Saki – Oyo
- The Polytechnic, Ibadan – Oyo
- Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin-Ladi – Plateau
- Port Harcourt Polytechnic (Captain Elechi Amadi Polytechnic), Port Harcourt – Rivers
- Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto – Sokoto
- Taraba State Polytechnic, Suntai – Taraba
- Mai Idris Alooma Polytechnic, Geidam – Yobe
- College of Administration, Management & Technology, Potiskum – Yobe
- College of Agriculture, Science & Technology, Gujba – Yobe
- Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara – Zamfara
General Courses Offered in State Polytechnics
While each state polytechnic offers its own set of accredited programmes, most NBTE-approved courses fall under these broad categories:
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Engineering & Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Civil Engineering Technology
- Computer Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
Science, ICT & Applied Technology
- Computer Science
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Statistics
- Food Science & Technology
- Hospitality Management
Environmental Studies
- Architectural Technology
- Building Technology
- Estate Management & Valuation
- Quantity Surveying
- Urban & Regional Planning
Business & Management Studies
- Accountancy
- Banking & Finance
- Business Administration & Management
- Marketing
- Public Administration
Admission Requirements for State Polytechnics
For ND (National Diploma)
- Minimum of 5 O’level credits (including Mathematics and English) in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB
- JAMB UTME score that meets the school’s cut-off mark
- Correct UTME subject combination for your course
- Post-UTME screening by the school
For HND (Higher National Diploma)
- ND certificate in a relevant field (usually minimum Lower Credit)
- At least one year Industrial Training (SIWES)
- Successful completion of HND interview or screening
Why Choose a State Polytechnic?
- Admission priority for indigenes of the state
- Strategic location within the state for easy access
- Lower cost of living for local students
- Specialised programmes tailored to the state’s economic needs
Related Links
- List of Federal Polytechnics in Nigeria
- List of Private Polytechnics in Nigeria
- Complete List of NBTE-Approved Courses
FAQs about State Polytechnics in Nigeria
Q: Are State Polytechnics more expensive than Federal Polytechnics?
A: Generally, yes. State Polytechnics often charge higher tuition, especially for non-indigenes.
Q: Can non-indigenes gain admission into State Polytechnics?
A: Yes, but they may pay higher fees and face slightly higher admission requirements.
Q: Do State Polytechnic graduates go for NYSC?
A: Yes. Like their federal counterparts, ND holders who complete HND are eligible for NYSC.
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