Federal Polytechnic Nekede School Fees 2026/2027 | The Complete Fee Schedule

Federal Polytechnic Nekede School Fees 2026/2027: Are you planning to resume at the “FedPolyNek”? Located in the bustling city of Owerri, Imo State, Federal Polytechnic Nekede is famous for two things: its academic rigour (it is often called the “MIT of the East”) and its very specific, sometimes complex, fee structure. If you are a student here, you know that “School Fees” on paper is one thing, but the total money you spend to clear your “Blue File” is another. Nekede operates different fee schedules for Morning (Regular), Evening, and Weekend programmes. A common mistake freshers make is budgeting for the Morning fee, only to realise they were admitted into the Evening stream, which costs more.

This guide details the projected school fees for the 2026/2027 academic session, breaking down the Acceptance Fees, the specific costs for O’Level Verification, and the “hidden” service charges you must budget for.

Estimated Federal Polytechnic Nekede School Fees for 2026/2027 Session

1. Acceptance Fee (Freshers Only)

Before you pay your tuition, you must secure your admission slot. Nekede is notoriously strict with this deadline. If you miss it by even 24 hours, the portal often revokes the admission automatically.

• National Diploma (ND):

  • Morning/Regular: ₦40,000 – ₦50,000.

  • Evening/Weekend: ₦45,000 – ₦55,000.

• Higher National Diploma (HND):

  • Morning/Evening: ₦40,000 – ₦50,000.

• Status: Strictly Non-Refundable.

• Deadline: Usually 2 weeks from the date of admission notification.

2. Tuition Fees Breakdown (2026/2027)

Nekede fees are segmented by your Programme Type (Morning vs. Evening) and your Faculty (Science vs. Business).

A. Morning (Regular) Programme

This is the standard programme for students admitted via JAMB UTME.

• ND 1 (Freshers):

  • Science/Engineering (SEDT, SET, SICT): ₦65,000 – ₦75,000.

  • Business/Humanities (SBMT, SHSS): ₦58,000 – ₦65,000.

• ND 2 (Returning Students):

  • Science/Engineering: ₦45,000 – ₦50,000.

  • Business/Humanities: ₦38,000 – ₦45,000.

  • Why the drop? ND2 students do not pay for Matriculation, ID Card, or File Opening.

B. Evening / Weekend Programme

Nekede has a massive Evening programme. If your admission letter says “Evening,” your lectures start from 2:00 PM, and your fees are higher because the programme is self-funded.

• ND 1 (Evening): ₦85,000 – ₦100,000.

• HND 1 (Evening): ₦90,000 – ₦110,000.

• Note: Evening students often have the option to pay per semester (60% First Semester, 40% Second Semester), but you must confirm if this waiver is active at the Bursary.

3. The “Hidden” Charges (The 2024/2025 Upward Review)

This is where Nekede differs from many other polytechnics. In January 2024, the management approved an “Upward Review of Service Charges” to cover rising costs. These fees are often paid separately from tuition. You must budget for these:

Fee Type	Estimated Amount	Purpose
O’Level Verification	₦10,000	Checking the authenticity of your WAEC/NECO.
Utility Fee	₦10,000	Contribution to campus power and water.
Medical/X-Ray	₦5,000 – ₦7,000	Mandatory health screening at the Medical Centre.
TISHIP	₦2,000	Tertiary Institution Social Health Insurance.
Departmental Dues	₦3,000	Paid to your department (e.g., Mass Comm, SLT).
Tedacom/Portal Fee	₦5,000	Charges for portal access and result checking.
Textbooks	₦20,000+	Unofficial but Mandatory: Nekede lecturers are strict about textbook sales.
Convocation Fee	₦20,000	Final Year Only (Paid upfront).

• Summary: If your Tuition is ₦60,000, keep an extra ₦50,000 aside for these ancillary charges to avoid getting stranded during clearance.

4. Accommodation (The Owerri Housing Reality)

Nekede is surrounded by a dense student residential area (Umuerim, South Africa, Ama-Hausa).

• School Hostel:

  • Fee: ₦20,000 – ₦30,000 per session.

  • Status: Available but often reserved for female students and freshers.

• Off-Campus (Umuerim / “South Africa”):

  • Prices in Owerri have skyrocketed.

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

  • Self-Contained: ₦180,000 – ₦300,000 per year.

  • Tip: Hostels inside the “Back Gate” area (Umuerim) are usually cheaper than those on the main road.

5. How to Pay Safely (Avoid “Cafe Boys” Scams)

Nekede uses a digital platform. Do not pay cash to any individual. Also, be careful of “Cyber Cafe Agents” who promise to generate invoices for you; they often add hidden charges.

The Official Procedure:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to fpno.edu.ng.

2. Generate Invoice:

   • Click on “School Fees” > “Generate Invoice”.

   • Select your level (ND1, HND2, etc.) and Programme (Morning/Evening).

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

4. Pay:

   • Option A: Pay directly online with your ATM card.

   • Option B: Take the RRR to any bank (Fidelity, Zenith, UBA, Access) in Owerri.

5. Get Receipt: After payment, return to the portal to print your Official School Fee Receipt.

6. O’Level Verification: You must generate a separate invoice for “O’Level Verification” and pay it to enable your final clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is there a different fee for Non-Indigenes? No. As a Federal institution, Nekede charges the same fee for all students, regardless of whether you are from Imo State or elsewhere.

2. Can I change from the Evening to the Morning Programme? It is difficult. The Morning programme is for students who met the JAMB cutoff. Evening is for those who missed it. Transfers are rare and usually require a high CGPA after your first year.

3. What is the deadline for payment? Nekede enforces a “No School Fees, No Exam” policy strictly. Security men often stand at the exam hall entrance to check receipts. It is safer to pay at least 60% before the first semester exams begin.