Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027 | The Complete “No-Hidden-Cost” Guide

Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to resume at the “City of Excellence” in Ikot Osurua? Whether you are pursuing a National Diploma (ND) or Higher National Diploma (HND), one thing is certain: Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic (AkwaPoly) remains one of the most affordable state-owned polytechnics in the South-South. However, if you are not from Akwa Ibom State, the fee structure looks a little different for you. This guide details the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, breaking down the difference between Indigene and Non-Indigene fees, the “hidden” departmental costs, and the correct way to pay without getting scammed.

Estimated Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. The “Gate Fee”: Acceptance Fee

Before you worry about school fees, you have to cross the first hurdle. Once you see your name on the admission list (ND or HND), you must pay an Acceptance Fee.

• Projected Amount: ₦15,000 – ₦20,000.

• Status: Strictly Non-Refundable.

• Deadline: Usually 2–3 weeks after the admission list is released. If you miss this payment, the system automatically revokes your admission to give room for others.

2. Tuition Fees Breakdown (2026/2027)

AkwaPoly operates a discriminatory fee structure—meaning Indigenes (students from Akwa Ibom) pay less than Non-Indigenes.

National Diploma (ND) Fees

• ND 1 (Freshers)

  • Indigenes: ₦59,400 – ₦65,000.

  • Non-Indigenes: ₦79,050 – ₦85,000.

• ND 2 (Returning Students)

  • Indigenes: ₦50,100 – ₦55,000.

  • Non-Indigenes: ₦69,750 – ₦75,000.

Higher National Diploma (HND) Fees

HND students typically pay slightly higher because of the advanced practicals involved in the curriculum.

• HND 1 (Freshers)

  • Indigenes: ₦69,650 – ₦75,000.

  • Non-Indigenes: ₦93,550 – ₦100,000.

• HND 2 (Returning Students)

  • Indigenes: ₦62,350 – ₦68,000.

  • Non-Indigenes: ₦86,250 – ₦95,000.

Note on Pre-ND: If you are entering via the Pre-ND (Preliminary) programme, your fees are usually closer to the Non-Indigene rate, regardless of where you are from, until you are fully admitted into ND1.

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

The tuition fee listed above goes straight to the government/school management. However, that is not the only money you will spend to settle down in Ikot Osurua. You must budget for these:

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
Departmental Dues	₦3,000 – ₦5,000	Paid to your department (e.g., Mass Comm, Science Lab Tech).
SUG Dues	₦1,500 – ₦2,500	Student Union Government levy.
Medical Screening	₦5,000	Mandatory health check at the school clinic.
X-Ray / Lab Test	₦3,000	Often separate from the general medical fee.
Workshop Coat	₦5,000	Science/Engineering students only.
Textbooks/Handouts	₦15,000 – ₦30,000	The “unofficial” mandatory purchase per semester.

4. How to Pay Safely (Avoid the Cyber Cafe Trap)

One common issue at AkwaPoly is students losing money to “cafe boys” who claim they can help make payments. Never give your cash to a third party.

The Official Procedure:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to portal.akwaibompoly.edu.ng.

2. Generate Invoice: Log in with your Reg Number (or JAMB Reg for freshers) and click on “School Fees.”

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

4. Pay: You can pay this RRR via your bank app (select “Remita” or “NIBSS”) or take the RRR slip to any bank branch (First Bank, Zenith, UBA, etc.).

5. Verify: After payment, go back to the portal and click “Verify Payment” to print your official school receipt.

5. Accommodation (Hostel vs. Off-Campus)

Akwa Ibom Poly has limited hostel space.

• School Hostel: Very affordable (approx. ₦15,000 – ₦25,000), but extremely competitive. It is usually “fastest fingers.”

• Off-Campus (Ikot Osurua/Ikot Ekpene): Most students live off-campus.

  • Single Room: ₦60,000 – ₦80,000 per year.

  • Self-Con (Apartment): ₦120,000 – ₦200,000 per year.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I pay my school fees in instalments? Officially, the school prefers full payment. However, in previous sessions, the Student Union Government (SUG) has negotiated 60/40 split payments (pay 60% first semester, 40% second semester). You should confirm if this policy is active for 2026/2027 from the Bursary unit upon resumption.

2. I am from Akwa Ibom, but I don’t have a Certificate of Origin. Can I pay Indigene fees? No. To qualify for the reduced fee, you must upload a valid Certificate of Origin from your Local Government Area during your bio-data registration. Without it, the portal will automatically bill you as a Non-Indigene.

3. What is the penalty for late payment? Late payment usually attracts a surcharge of ₦5,000. In severe cases, “No Fee, No Exam” is strictly enforced at AkwaPoly.