2026 Federal Polytechnic Professional Diploma in Education admission

The Continuing Education Centre (CEC), Federal Polytechnic Nekede, Owerri, hereby invites qualified candidates who desire to be admitted into the Professional Diploma in Education (PDE) Programme run by the Centre with the approval of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), to complete the application form for 2026.
This programme offers opportunities to lecturers who do not have any teaching qualification to receive relevant training in Education and subsequently be certified in the discipline. A Professional Diploma in Education is the ideal way to stay competitive and relevant in the changing workplace.
Experienced and competent resource persons have been engaged to teach the successful candidates. The Centre has enough infrastructural facilities to aid effective teaching and learning.
The professional training is for one academic session and runs independently of the regular academic calendar of the Federal Polytechnic, Nekede.
THOSE WHO CAN APPLY
Holders of HND, B. A, B.Sc. M.Sc and Ph.D or their equivalents who desire a teaching qualification. Interested applicants should visit  the Polytechnic Nekede Owerri website at: www.fpno.edu.ng
The Admission form can be obtained upon payment of N10,500:00 only, made into the Continuing Education Centre (CEC) Account number 1100040095, Federal Polytechnic, Nekede, Owerri Microfinance Bank.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFYING EXAMINATIONS (PQE)
This is conducted by the Continuing Education Centre for teachers and intending teachers who have not obtained a teaching qualification after the training.
Note: The PQE qualifies you to obtain the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) certificate and license.
For more inquiries, please contact the undersigned:
Chioma Toni-Duruaku ESQ. 
Director
Continuing Education Centre 
Federal Polytechnic Nekede
P.M.B. 1036
Owerri, Imo State,Nigeria
E-mail: ctoni-duruaku@fpno.edu.ng
Contact: +234-902-752-1455

FAQs

1. What are the admission requirements for the 2026 Federal Polytechnic Professional Diploma in Education (PDE)?

To be eligible for the 2026 PDE admission, applicants must have:

A minimum of five (5) credits in O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB), including English Language and Mathematics.

An NCE certificate, ND certificate, or equivalent from a recognized institution (for direct entry candidates).

Successfully met any screening or post-UTME requirements set by the Polytechnic.

2. How can I apply for the 2026 Federal Polytechnic PDE admission?

Applicants can apply through the official Federal Polytechnic admission portal. The general steps include:

Visiting the Polytechnic’s official website.

Creating an application account.

Filling in personal details, educational qualifications, and course choice.

Uploading required documents (O’Level results, NCE/ND certificate, passport photo).

Paying the application fee online.

Submit the completed form before the deadline.

3. What is the deadline for submitting the 2026 PDE application?

The deadline for submission is usually a few weeks after the portal opens, typically between March and May 2026. Candidates are advised to check the Polytechnic’s official website or admission portal regularly to avoid missing the closing date. Late applications are generally not accepted.

4. Is there a screening or entrance exam for PDE candidates?

Yes, the Polytechnic may conduct a screening exercise or post-UTME test for PDE applicants. Candidates are required to:

Register for the screening through the admission portal.

Attend the test on the scheduled date.

Achieve the minimum score set by the institution to qualify for admission.
Some Polytechnics may also consider previous academic performance (O’Level and NCE/ND results) alongside the screening score.