The Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) School Fees schedule for the 2026/2027 academic session has been published.
The school fees schedule shows a breakdown of the amount payable by fresh and returning ND, pre-HND, HND, and Degree students of the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) for the 2026/2027 academic session.
See AFIT School Fees Schedule below
SCHEDULE OF SCHOOL FEES FOR NEW STUDENTS (ND, PRE-HND AND HND PROGRAMMES)
SCHEDULE OF SCHOOL FEES FOR RETURNING STUDENTS (ND, PRE-HND AND HND PROGRAMMES)
SCHEDULE OF SCHOOL FEES FOR NEW STUDENTS (DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
SCHEDULE OF SCHOOL FEES FOR RETURNING STUDENTS (DEGREE PROGRAMMES)
AFIT School Fees for Fresh Students (2026/2027)
Freshers usually pay more because of one-time charges such as acceptance fee, caution deposit, and matriculation gown hiring.
Estimated Breakdown for New Students
Acceptance Fee (one-time): ₦20,000
Matriculation Gown Hire: ₦2,000
Caution Deposit (Refundable): ₦5,000
Sports and Games: ₦7,000
Verification of Entry Qualification: ₦3,000
Student ID Card: ₦2,500
Examination Fee: ₦7,500
Medical Services: ₦10,000
Library Services: ₦2,000
ICT / Internet Charges: ₦10,000
Faculty & Departmental Charges: ₦7,500 (combined)
Municipal Services: ₦10,000
Entrepreneurship Levy: ₦5,000
Other charges (insurance, equipment, etc.)
Estimated Total for Freshers:
Aircraft Engineering programs: about ₦137,500
Other Engineering programs: about ₦122,500
Non-Engineering programs: about ₦112,500
The higher amount for engineering programs is mainly due to specialized laboratory equipment and technical training facilities required for those courses.
AFIT School Fees for Returning Students
Returning students pay fewer charges because most one-time fees are no longer required.
Estimated Fees Per Session
Aircraft Engineering: about ₦82,000
Other Engineering programs: about ₦67,000
Non-Engineering programs: about ₦67,000
These fees cover services such as examinations, sports, medical care, library use, ICT access, and departmental charges.
Accommodation Fees
Students who wish to live on campus can apply for hostel accommodation.
School Hostel: about ₦25,000 per session
Off-Campus Housing: ₦50,000 – ₦180,000 yearly, depending on room type and location.
Because AFIT is located inside a Nigerian Air Force base, hostel spaces are limited and usually allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Payment Method
AFIT operates a cashless payment system, and all fees are usually paid through the Remita platform via the school portal. Students are advised not to make payments to individuals to avoid fraud.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Does AFIT charge tuition fees?
No. AFIT does not charge tuition fees for most programs. Students only pay administrative and service charges such as ICT, examination, and medical fees.
2. How much is the acceptance fee at AFIT?
The acceptance fee for newly admitted students is about ₦20,000, and it is a one-time payment required to confirm admission.
3. How much are AFIT school fees for fresh students?
Fresh students typically pay between ₦112,500 and ₦137,500, depending on their faculty and program.
4. Are hostel accommodations available at AFIT?
Yes. AFIT offers hostel accommodation costing about ₦25,000 per session, but spaces are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Conclusion
The Air Force Institute of Technology remains one of the most affordable tertiary institutions in Nigeria, largely because tuition is free and students only pay service-related fees. With strong programs in aerospace, engineering, computing, and sciences, AFIT provides quality technical education at relatively low cost. Prospective students for the 2026/2027 academic session should regularly check the school portal for any official updates or adjustments to the fee schedule.
NB: You are not to make any payment into any bank account. All payment is online via the school website at https://afit.edu.ng. Students are hereby warned. Tuition, acceptance, and accommodation fees are to be paid online via the school website.
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