The management of Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara (DESPO), has officially activated the online registration portal for both National Diploma (ND) Post-UTME and Higher National Diploma (HND) programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. This roll-out presents an excellent opportunity for UTME candidates and ND graduates to secure placements across specialized business, computing, and engineering faculties.
National Diploma (ND) Eligibility Rules
To process your Delta State Poly Otefe Oghara Admission Form for full-time ND tracks, candidates must achieve the statutory benchmarks set for this admission year:
General UTME Cut-Off Mark: A minimum score of 100 in the 2026 JAMB examination.
O’Level Requirements: Five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB).
Institutional Choice: Candidates who did not initially select DESPO can execute a JAMB Change of Institution at an accredited CBT center to make the polytechnic their first choice.
Higher National Diploma (HND) Admission Requirements
Applicants looking to advance their technical qualifications at the post-ND level must satisfy the following entry criteria:
Academic Baseline: A National Diploma (ND) certificate from an NBTE-accredited institution with a minimum of Lower Credit.
Industrial Training (IT): Evidence of at least one year of post-ND cognate work experience.
Pass Grade Options: Candidates who finished with a Pass grade must show proof of at least two years of post-ND Industrial Training to qualify for a screening slot.
Available HND Disciplines and Emerging Tech Streams
DESPO has expanded its Higher National Diploma listings to encompass cutting-edge ICT programs alongside traditional fields:
School of Computing & Emerging Tech: Software & Web Development, Networking & Cloud Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity & Data Protection.
School of Business Studies: Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Business Administration & Management, Mass Communication (Film & Multimedia or Journalism options).
School of Engineering: Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics (Telecommunications, Power/Machines, Control/Instrumentation), Mechanical Engineering (Automotive, Power Plant, Manufacturing).
School of Applied Sciences: Science Laboratory Technology (Microbiology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Biology, Physics/Electronics options).
Step-by-Step Registration Guide for ND and HND Paths
The processing fee stands at ₦2,000 for the ND Post-UTME application and ₦15,000 for the HND application form. Follow these active portal steps to apply safely:
Access the Portal Link: Head directly to the official digital server link at portal.ogharapoly.edu.ng.
Generate Payment Invoice: Select your designated path (ND Application Form or HND Application Form), type your identifier metrics (JAMB number or baseline data), and generate your transaction invoice.
Process the Fee: Pay the specified amount securely online using your Mastercard or Verve debit card.
Fill the Application Sheets: Log back into the processing system to upload your passport photograph (maximum size of 20KB), input your O’Level grades, and document your ND performance variables where applicable.
Print Your Documentation: Submit the digital asset form and print out two (2) clear copies of your online acknowledgment slip.
Screening Requirements: When reporting for physical verification on campus, you must bring your printed acknowledgment slips, your form payment receipt, original statement of results/certificates, your Local Government Certificate of Origin, and your Birth Certificate.
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