Auchi Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027: The Complete “No-Hidden-Cost” Guide

Auchi Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to resume at the “Gateway to the North”—Auchi Polytechnic? Whether you are an aspiring National Diploma (ND) fresher or a returning Higher National Diploma (HND) candidate, Auchi Poly remains one of the most competitive and respected federal polytechnics in Nigeria. But let’s be honest: the financial aspect can be confusing. Between “Administrative Charges,” “Acceptance Fees,” and random departmental dues, the bill adds up. This guide details the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, breaking down the costs for Science vs. Non-Science students, hostel fees, and the strictly enforced Remita payment method.

Estimated Auchi Polytechnic School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. The “First Hurdle”: Acceptance Fee (Freshers Only)

Before you pay your school fees, you must secure your admission. Once your name appears on the Auchi Poly admission list, you are required to pay an Acceptance Fee.

• Projected Amount: ₦30,000 – ₦40,000.

• Status: Strictly Non-Refundable.

• Deadline: Usually 2 weeks after admission notification. If you fail to pay this, the system assumes you have rejected the offer, and your slot is given to another candidate.

2. Tuition & Administrative Charges (2026/2027 Projection)

Auchi Poly tuition is generally affordable because it is a Federal institution. However, what students call “School Fees” is actually a bundle of Tuition + Administrative Charges.

National Diploma (ND) Fees

• ND 1 (Freshers):

  • Science/Engineering: ₦55,000 – ₦65,000.

  • Arts/Management: ₦50,000 – ₦60,000.

• ND 2 (Returning Students):

  • Fees typically drop slightly to the ₦40,000 – ₦48,000 range as one-off registration costs are removed.

Higher National Diploma (HND) Fees

HND students generally pay higher fees due to advanced practical requirements.

• HND 1 (Freshers):

  • Science/Engineering: ₦65,000 – ₦75,000.

  • Arts/Management: ₦60,000 – ₦70,000.

• HND 2 (Returning Students):

  • Projected: ₦50,000 – ₦60,000.

School of Evening Studies (SES)

If you are in the “Evening” (SPAT) programme, note that your fees are significantly higher than those of the Regular Morning students.

• Projected SES Fees: ₦80,000 – ₦100,000 per session.

3. The “Hidden” Charges (Budget for These)

The figure on your school fee receipt is not the only money you will spend. To settle down fully in Auchi, you must budget for these:

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Departmental Dues	₦3,000 – ₦5,000	Paid to your department (e.g., Mass Comm, Civil Eng).
Faculty Dues	₦2,000	Paid to the faculty association.
Medical Registration	₦5,000	Mandatory health screening (Freshers).
X-Ray / Lab Test	₦3,000	Often billed separately at the clinic.
Workshop/Lab Coat	₦5,000	Science/Engineering students only.
Textbooks	₦20,000 – ₦30,000	The “unofficial” mandatory purchase per semester.

4. Hostel & Accommodation Fees

Auchi Polytechnic has on-campus hostels, but they are extremely competitive.

• School Hostel Fee: ₦30,000 – ₦40,000 per session.

• Procedure: You must pay your school fees first before you can apply for a hostel space online. It is a “fastest fingers” system.

• Off-Campus (Iyetse / Jattu Road):

  • Single Room: ₦80,000 – ₦120,000 per year.

  • Self-Con (Apartment): ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 per year.

5. How to Pay Safely (The “Anti-Scam” Guide)

Auchi Poly uses the Treasury Single Account (TSA) system via Remita. Many students lose money by paying into fake accounts.

The Golden Rule: Never generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR)  remita.net directly. You MUST generate it from the school portal.

Step-by-Step Procedure:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to auchipoly-online.com or auchipoly.edu.ng.

2. Login: Use your JAMB Reg Number (Freshers) or Matric Number (Returning).

3. Generate Invoice: Navigate to “School Fees” and click “Generate RRR.”

4. Pay: Take that RRR to any bank branch or pay via your mobile banking app.

5. Verify: Return to the school portal to verify the payment and print your School Fee Receipt.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I pay in installments? Officially, Federal Polytechnics require full payment. However, the School of Evening Studies (SES) sometimes allows a 60/40 split (60% first semester, 40% second semester). For Regular Morning students, full payment is usually required to register for courses.

2. What happens if I pay the Acceptance Fee but don’t resume? You lose the money. The Acceptance Fee is strictly non-refundable.

3. Is the O-Level Verification fee separate? Yes. You will likely pay a separate fee (approx. ₦5,000 – ₦10,000) to verify your WAEC/NECO results on the portal.