Official The Polytechnic Ibadan (Poly Ibadan) Admission Guide 2026/2027

Official Polytechnic Ibadan Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027: This article provides you with everything you need to know about The Polytechnic, Ibadan for the 2026/2027 academic session. Whether you are searching for the cut-off mark for Mass Communication, trying to understand the difference between “Full-Time” and “Daily Part-Time,” or just want to know if 150 is enough to guarantee admission, this guide covers it all.

First: The “Poly Ibadan” Reality Check

If you are applying to The Polytechnic, Ibadan, you need to know this upfront: This is not an average polytechnic. It is often referred to as the “Harvard of Polytechnics” in the South-West due to its academic rigor and intense competition. While other schools struggle to fill quotas, Poly Ibadan rejects thousands of applicants annually.

• The Consequence: The cut-off marks here are strictly enforced.

The Polytechnic Ibadan Cut Off Mark 2026/2027

JAMB Cut Off Mark for All Courses

Unlike many state polytechnics that accept 100 or 120, The Polytechnic Ibadan maintains a higher standard. The Polytechnic Ibadan JAMB cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session is 150.

Important Reality Check:

• The 150 Benchmark: You generally need a score of 150 and above in the 2026 UTME to be eligible to purchase the Post-UTME screening form.

• The “Indigene” Factor: Admission here is heavily tilted towards Oyo State Indigenes. If you are a non-indigene, you often need to score significantly higher than the minimum to stand a chance on the Merit list.

• First Choice Policy: You MUST choose The Polytechnic, Ibadan as your First Choice on JAMB CAPS. They rarely admit Second Choice candidates for Full-Time ND.

Departmental Admission Targets

Since 150 is just the minimum to buy the form, the actual admission score is much higher for popular courses. Below are the estimated Safe Scores you should aim for to be confident.

Faculty of Science

• Science Laboratory Technology (SLT): 180+ (This is the most competitive department in the school. 150 will likely not get you admitted here).

• Computer Science: 170+.

• Geology: 150+.

• Statistics: 150+.

Faculty of Financial Management Studies (FFMS)

• Accountancy: 160+.

• Banking & Finance: 150+.

• Insurance: 150+.

Faculty of Business & Communication Studies (FBCS)

• Mass Communication: 180+ (Extremely high demand; often requires near-university scores).

• Public Administration: 160+.

• Business Administration: 160+.

• Office Technology & Management (OTM): 150+.

• Local Government Studies: 150+.

Faculty of Engineering

• Civil Engineering: 160+.

• Electrical/Electronic Engineering: 160+.

• Mechanical Engineering: 160+.

• Mechatronics Engineering: 160+.

• Requirement: You must have a credit in Physics and Chemistry for all engineering courses.

Does Poly Ibadan Write Post UTME Exams?

It is a 50/50 Chance. In the past, The Polytechnic Ibadan has alternated between:

1. Computer-Based Test (CBT): A physical exam on campus covering English, Math, and Current Affairs.

2. Oral Interview/Screening: A physical verification where you face a panel.

Current Trend: Recently, they have favored the CBT Method.

• Preparation: If you apply here, be prepared to write another exam. It is usually not just a “point-grading” system. Your performance in the Post-UTME CBT often carries more weight than your JAMB score.

The “Daily Part-Time” (DPP) Lifeline

If you scored below 150 or didn’t write JAMB, Poly Ibadan has one of the most structured Daily Part-Time (DPP) programmes in Nigeria.

• Is it Real Part-Time? Not really. DPP students attend lectures daily (often in the afternoons), share the same lecturers, and use the same classrooms as Full-Time students.

• The Certificate: It is the same National Diploma (ND) certificate.

• The Catch:

  • School fees are higher.

  • You apply directly through the school portal, not JAMB CAPS initially (though you will regularize later).

  • It is the perfect “Plan B” if you miss the 150 cut-off.

Poly Ibadan School Fees

As a premium state institution, fees are higher than average.

Estimated Fee Schedule for Freshers (ND 1):

• Full-Time:

  • Indigenes: ~₦65,000 – ₦75,000 per session.

  • Non-Indigenes: ~₦80,000 – ₦95,000 per session.

• Daily Part-Time (DPP):

  • Fees are significantly higher, ranging from ₦120,000 to ₦150,000 per session, depending on the faculty.

• Acceptance Fee: Approximately ₦30,000 – ₦40,000 (Paid immediately after admission).

Important Admission Tips

1. Campus Confusion: Ensure you are applying to the Ibadan Campus (Sango/Eleyele). The Eruwa campus is now an autonomous school (Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic) and is no longer part of Poly Ibadan.

2. O’Level Grading: The school takes O’Level grades seriously. If you are waiting for results (AR), upload them immediately when they are released. Admission lists are processed fast.

3. Corruption Alert: Poly Ibadan admission is highly sought after, which attracts scammers. Do not pay anyone for “admission slots.” If your score is high and you are an indigene, your chances are good. If your score is low, apply for the DPP programme officially.