Kaduna Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027 | The Complete Fee Schedule

Kaduna Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to resume at the “City Campus” or the “Main Campus” in Tudun Wada? Kaduna Polytechnic (KADPOLY) is one of the largest and most historic polytechnics in West Africa. Because of its massive size and multiple campuses (CST, CBMS, CES, CAS), the fee structure can be confusing. If you are a prospective student, you might have heard rumours that “Federal schools are free.” While tuition is subsidised, you are still required to pay for Registration, ICT, Medicals, and Municipal Services. Furthermore, the fee you pay depends heavily on whether you are in the Regular (Morning) program or the Evening program.

This guide details the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, breaking down the costs for the Tudun Wada, Barnawa, and Ungwan Rimi campuses, and the correct way to handle your payments via Remita.

Estimated Kaduna Polytechnic School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Acceptance Fee (Freshers Only)

Before you pay your main registration fees, you must secure your admission. Unlike some schools that charge over N30,000, KADPOLY has maintained a relatively moderate acceptance fee.

• ND & HND (All Programs): ₦15,000 – ₦20,000.

• Status: Strictly Non-Refundable.

• Deadline: Usually 2–3 weeks after admission notification.

• Warning: If you do not pay this fee and print your “Acceptance Slip” within the stipulated time, the portal may revoke your admission.

2. Tuition & Registration Fees Breakdown (2026/2027 Projection)

KADPOLY fees are segmented by your Program Type. The “Morning” students enjoy government subsidy, while “Evening” students pay for the flexibility and self-funded nature of the program.

A. Regular (Morning) Programme

This applies to students admitted via JAMB UTME who attend lectures in the morning.

• ND 1 / HND 1 (Freshers):

  • Science/Engineering (CST/CES): ₦55,000 – ₦65,000.

  • Business/Arts (CBMS/CAS): ₦48,000 – ₦58,000.

  • Breakdown: This fee covers Registration, Examination, Library, Medical (TISHIP), Games, and ID Card.

• ND 2 / HND 2 (Returning Students):

  • Projected: ₦35,000 – ₦45,000.

  • Why the drop? Returning students do not pay for freshers’ items like the Matriculation Gown, Verification, or Orientation.

B. Evening / Weekend Programme

KADPOLY has a massive Evening program (often at the Barnawa and Main campuses). These fees are higher because they are Internally Generated Revenue (IGR).

• ND 1 / HND 1 (Evening):

  • Projected Total: ₦80,000 – ₦100,000.

• ND 2 / HND 2 (Evening):

  • Projected: ₦65,000 – ₦80,000.

• Note: Evening students are sometimes allowed to pay 60% in the 1st Semester and 40% in the 2nd Semester, but you must confirm this at the Spybat Unit or Bursary.

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

The fee listed on your Remita invoice is the main bulk, but it is not the only money you will spend. To settle down fully in Kaduna, you must budget for these ancillary costs:

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Departmental Dues	₦2,000 – ₦3,000	Paid to your department (e.g., Mass Comm, Civil Eng).
Faculty/NACES Dues	₦1,500	Paid to the faculty association.
SUG Dues	₦1,500	Student Union Government levy.
Medical X-Ray	₦3,000	Mandatory chest X-ray at the Medical Centre.
Workshop/Lab Coat	₦4,500	CST & CES students only.
Project Binding	₦10,000+	Final Year Only (Thesis binding).
Textbooks	₦15,000+	Unofficial but Mandatory: Budget for “Handouts” per semester.

4. Accommodation (Tudun Wada vs. Barnawa)

Accommodation costs depend heavily on which campus your department is located in.

• Main Campus (Tudun Wada): Home to Science & Engineering.

  • Off-Campus (Tudun Wada/Ungwan Sanusi): ₦30,000 – ₦60,000 per year (Single Room). It is a densely populated area, so rent is affordable, but houses are older.

• CES Campus (Barnawa): Home to Environmental Studies.

  • Off-Campus (Barnawa/Narayi): ₦60,000 – ₦120,000 per year. Barnawa is a more upscale area compared to Tudun Wada.

• CBMS Campus (Ungwan Rimi): Home to Business/Management.

  • Off-Campus: Very expensive area. Most students live in Malali or Badarawa and commute.

5. How to Pay Safely (The Portal Guide)

Kaduna Polytechnic uses the Remita (RRR) platform integrated with their custom portal known as “Pay Kadpoly”. Do not pay cash to any individual.

The Official Procedure:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to kadunapoly.edu.ng and click on “Students” or “Pay Kadpoly.

2. Login:

   • Freshers: Login with your JAMB/Application Number.

   • Returning: Login with your Matric Number.

3. Generate Invoice:

   • Click on “Check Admission” (Freshers) or “Payment” (Returning).

   • Select the fee type (e.g., “School Fees 2026/2027”).

   • Click “Generate Remita.

4. Get RRR: The system will generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) code.

5. Pay:

   • Option A (Bank): Take the RRR slip to any bank (First Bank, Zenith, UBA, Unity Bank, etc.) in Kaduna.

   • Option B (Online): Pay directly using your ATM card.

6. Verify: After payment, you must log back into the portal to click “Verify Payment.” This will generate your Course Registration Form.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there a different fee for Indigenes (Kaduna State)? No. KADPOLY is a Federal institution. The fees are uniform for all students regardless of state of origin. Be careful of anyone asking you to pay for “Indigene Forms”—that applies to the State Polytechnic (Nuhu Bamalli), not KADPOLY.

2. Can I pay the Acceptance Fee and Tuition together? No. You must pay the Acceptance Fee first. Only after the portal confirms your acceptance will the link to pay Tuition Fees be enabled.

3. What happens if I pay into the wrong RRR? This is a common issue. If you generate an RRR for “Evening” but you are a “Morning” student, getting a refund is extremely difficult and can take months. Double-check your admission letter to be sure of your program type before generating the invoice.