Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe (in Bayelsa State) has released its National Diploma (ND) full-time Post UTME screening form for the 2026/2027 session.
If you sat the 2026 UTME and want a place in an engineering, marine, petroleum or applied science course in the Niger Delta, this guide explains who can apply, what the reference sources say about requirements and cost, and how to avoid the mistakes that cost applicants their admission.
Quick Overview
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Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe was established in 2009.
Its main campus is in Ekowe (also spelled Ekeu), along the River Nun in Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, and it keeps a liaison office in Yenagoa, the state capital.
Its schools focus on fields suited to the region, including Mineral and Petroleum Resources Engineering, Oceanography and Fishery, Maritime Transport and Applied Sciences.
Education news sites that track admission notices listed the Ekowe ND full-time Post UTME screening form for 2026/2027 as released in May 2026.
I could not find a dated notice from the polytechnic itself stating the 2026/2027 closing date or screening date.
That gap is important, so use this article to prepare, then confirm final details on the official portal.
Who Can Apply
Based on the polytechnic’s requirements from its most recent fully documented cycle (2025/2026), which have been consistent across sources:
- UTME score: Candidates who sat the UTME and scored 100 or above can apply. The baseline ND cut-off reported for Ekowe is 100.
- O’Level results: Five credits are required. For science-based courses, subjects should include English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, plus Biology or Agricultural Science. Arts and management courses have different subject requirements, so check the requirements for your chosen course.
- Screening: Applicants are expected to take part in the polytechnic’s screening exercise.
- JAMB choice: Candidates who did not choose Ekowe originally are generally advised to change their institution and course through JAMB before applying.
One 2025/2026 guide also said candidates without a UTME score were welcome.
Because this is unusual for a full-time ND Post UTME exercise, do not rely on it. Ask the admissions office directly before you assume you qualify without JAMB.
The Fee: What to Expect
The reference source for Ekowe states that the application fee for the online screening exercise is ₦2,000, paid by generating an invoice through Remita.
That amount matches the low fees charged at several other polytechnics this year.
However, fees can change between sessions, so treat ₦2,000 as a planning figure and confirm the exact 2026/2027 amount on the portal before paying.
Beyond the form fee, plan for later costs.
The same reference source estimates sessional school fees for full-time ND and HND students at roughly ₦30,000 to ₦60,000, depending on department and level.
That is an estimate, not an official schedule, so the polytechnic’s published fee list is the only figure to trust.
Step-by-Step Application Guide
- Confirm your JAMB details. Make sure your registration number, score and subject combination are correct. Fix any mismatch with JAMB before you start.
- Find the official portal. Go to the Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe website and follow the link to the admissions or ERP portal. Do not use links sent by strangers.
- Register. Create an account with an email address and phone number you can reach.
- Choose ND Full-Time Post UTME. Select the 2026/2027 ND full-time screening option, not the HND, part-time or diploma forms.
- Generate a Remita invoice. Pay the application fee shown on the portal by card, bank branch, transfer or the Remita app.
- Fill in your details. Enter your personal information, UTME score, O’Level results and course choice exactly as they appear on your documents.
- Upload your documents. Attach a scanned passport photograph and your credentials. Keep files clear and under any size limit shown.
- Submit and print. Print your application slip and payment receipt. Save digital copies too.
- Prepare for screening. Watch your email and the portal for the screening date and instructions.
For Applicants Without Internet Access
Applicants living outside cities sometimes struggle with slow networks.
One reference source noted that candidates can visit the ICT Unit at the polytechnic’s liaison office in Yenagoa, behind Gloryland Hospital off Alamieyeseigha Road, for help with the process.
Confirm that this arrangement still applies for 2026/2027 before you travel, because office locations and services can change.
Course Selection: Match Your Subjects First
Many applicants go wrong when choosing a course. Engineering and applied science courses generally need Physics and Chemistry credits, while some marine and fishery-related courses ask for Biology or Agricultural Science.
Before paying, compare your O’Level subjects against the course entry requirements in the official notice.
Choosing the wrong course can lead to rejection at screening, even if your UTME score is high enough.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using a second-hand form. Only pay through the polytechnic’s own Remita invoice.
- Ignoring the closing date. The 2025/2026 exercise closed on 18 August 2025. A similar mid-to-late summer window is possible, but confirm the 2026/2027 date yourself.
- Uploading unclear documents. Blurry scans of O’Level results often cause delays.
- Mismatched names. Your name on the form should match your JAMB and O’Level records exactly.
- Trusting “guaranteed admission” offers. Anyone promising a sure place for a fee is not offering a genuine process.
What Happens After You Apply
After you submit, the polytechnic will invite you to screening and then compile an admission list.
Lists are usually released in batches, and admitted candidates are then told how to accept the offer, pay acceptance and school fees, and register.
Keep your application number and payment receipt, since you will need them again.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Is the Federal Poly Ekowe Post UTME form for 2026/2027 out?
Education news trackers list the ND full-time Post UTME screening form for 2026/2027 as released.
Confirm the fee, closing date and screening date on the polytechnic’s official portal.
2. What is the cut-off mark for Ekowe ND full-time?
The reported baseline for ND programmes is 100 in the UTME.
Confirm the official 2026/2027 figure on the portal.
3. How much does the form cost?
A reference source lists ₦2,000, paid through a Remita invoice.
Always confirm the current amount before payment.
4. Do I need Physics and Chemistry?
For science and engineering courses, yes.
Reported requirements include English, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry, plus Biology or Agricultural Science.
Other courses have different requirements.
5. Can I apply if I did not choose Ekowe on JAMB?
Candidates are generally expected to change their institution and course through JAMB first.
Check with the admissions office if you are unsure.
6. What was last year’s deadline?
The 2025/2026 exercise closed on 18 August 2025.
The 2026/2027 date must be confirmed separately.
7. Where is the polytechnic located?
The main campus is in Ekowe (Ekeu), Southern Ijaw Local Government Area, Bayelsa State.
A liaison office operates in Yenagoa.
8. Is screening online?
The polytechnic runs its admission screening exercise online through its ERP portal, with instructions sent to registered candidates.
9. How much are school fees for ND full-time?
A reference estimate puts sessional fees between ₦30,000 and ₦60,000 depending on department and level.
The official fee schedule takes priority.
10. Should I pay someone to process my form?
No. The process is online and free of intermediaries.
Pay only through the official Remita invoice and be wary of guaranteed-admission claims.
Final Thoughts
Federal Poly Ekowe’s ND full-time Post UTME route is accessible on paper: a UTME score of 100 or above, five O’Level credits, and an online screening exercise, with a reported ₦2,000 application fee.
The unconfirmed items are the exact 2026/2027 fee, screening date and closing date, so verify them on the official portal, match your subjects to your course, keep clean copies of your documents and apply early.
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