What are JIGPOLY School Fees 2025/2026? Jigawa State Polytechnic (JIGPOLY) has released the approved school fees schedule for students enrolled in its morning programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.
The fee schedule covers Higher National Diploma (HND), National Diploma (ND), and National Certificate of Education (NCE) programmes. It also provides separate fee structures for new and returning students as well as indigene and non-indigene students.
One of the major highlights of the schedule is that tuition fees are charged only to non-indigenes, while indigene students pay significantly lower overall fees. The institution also outlined additional charges for science-based programmes and professional registration fees for students in health-related courses.
This guide provides a complete breakdown of the approved fees and other important information students need before registration.
Overview of Programmes Covered
The 2025/2026 school fees schedule applies to the following morning programmes:
Higher National Diploma (HND)
- New HND (Morning) – Arts & Social Sciences
- New HND (Morning) – Sciences & Engineering
- Returning HND (Morning) – Arts & Social Sciences
- Returning HND (Morning) – Sciences & Engineering
National Diploma (ND)
- New ND (Morning) – Arts & Social Sciences
- New ND (Morning) – Sciences & Engineering
- Returning ND (Morning) – Arts & Social Sciences
- Returning ND (Morning) – Sciences & Engineering
National Certificate of Education (NCE)
- New NCE Students
- Returning NCE Students
JIGPOLY School Fees for Non-Indigenes
According to the published schedule, tuition fees apply only to non-indigene students.
| Programme Category | Tuition Fee |
|---|---|
| New HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦50,000 |
| New HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦50,000 |
| Returning HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦50,000 |
| Returning HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦50,000 |
| New ND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦40,000 |
| New ND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦40,000 |
| Returning ND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦40,000 |
| Returning ND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦40,000 |
| New NCE | ₦40,000 |
| Returning NCE | ₦40,000 |
General Charges Applicable Across Most Categories
The following fees appear across the various programme categories.
| Fee Item | Amount |
| College Levy | ₦2,000 |
| MIS Registration Charges | ₦1,000 |
| Caution Fee | ₦1,500 |
| Students’ Union (SUG) Dues | ₦500 |
| MSSN Dues | ₦500 |
| Examination Fee | ₦5,000 |
| Library Services Fee | ₦500 |
| Entrepreneurship Fee | ₦2,000 |
| Games & Recreational Charges | ₦700 |
| Medical Services (TISHP) | ₦2,000 |
| FlexiSAF Service Charges | ₦2,500 |
| Internet Service Fee | ₦500 |
| Logbook Fee | ₦2,000 |
Registration Fees and Departmental Levies
Registration Fees
| Programme | Amount |
| HND | ₦7,000 |
| ND | ₦4,000 |
| NCE | ₦4,000 |
Departmental Levy
| Programme | Amount |
| HND | ₦700 |
| ND | ₦500 |
| NCE | ₦500 |
Additional Charges for New Students
Newly admitted students are required to pay the following charges during registration.
| Fee Item | Amount |
| Identity Card Fee | ₦3,000 |
| Result Verification Fee | ₦1,000 |
| Students Handbook | ₦2,500 |
| Matriculation Fee | ₦1,500 |
| Academic Gown Fee | ₦1,000 |
These charges apply to:
- New HND students
- New ND students
- New NCE students
Additional Charges for Returning Students
Returning students are expected to pay the following fees.
Moderation Fee
| Category | Amount |
| Returning HND | ₦3,000 |
| Returning ND | ₦3,000 |
| Returning NCE | ₦3,000 |
Field Trip Fee
| Category | Amount |
| Returning HND | ₦2,000 |
| Returning ND | ₦2,000 |
| Returning NCE | ₦2,000 |
Programme-Specific Charges
Some fees apply only to certain programmes.
Sciences and Engineering Bench Fee
| Category | Amount |
| All Sciences & Engineering Categories | ₦5,000 |
Teaching Practice Fee
| Category | Amount |
| Returning NCE Students | ₦6,000 |
NYSC Processing Fee
| Category | Amount |
| Returning HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦2,000 |
| Returning HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦2,000 |
JIGPOLY School Fees for Non-Indigenes
HND Programmes
| Category | Total Fee |
| New HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦87,400 |
| New HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦92,400 |
| Returning HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦85,400 |
| Returning HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦90,400 |
ND Programmes
| Category | Total Fee |
| New ND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦76,200 |
| New ND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦81,200 |
| Returning ND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦70,200 |
| Returning ND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦75,200 |
NCE Programmes
| Category | Total Fee |
| New NCE | ₦81,200 |
| Returning NCE | ₦81,200 |
JIGPOLY School Fees for Indigenes
HND Programmes
| Category | Total Fee |
| New HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦37,400 |
| New HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦42,400 |
| Returning HND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦35,400 |
| Returning HND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦40,400 |
ND Programmes
| Category | Total Fee |
| New ND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦36,200 |
| New ND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦41,200 |
| Returning ND (Arts & Social Sciences) | ₦30,200 |
| Returning ND (Sciences & Engineering) | ₦35,200 |
NCE Programmes
| Category | Total Fee |
| New NCE | ₦41,200 |
| Returning NCE | ₦41,200 |
Professional Council and Board Registration Fees for Health Programmes
Students enrolled in certain health-related programmes are required to register with their respective professional councils or regulatory boards during the course of their studies.
The Polytechnic stated that this registration is necessary for school-based examinations, indexing and eventual acquisition of the required professional licence.
Approved Professional Registration Fees
| Programme | Amount |
| ND Nutrition & Dietetics | ₦38,000 |
| ND Environmental Health | ₦70,000 |
| ND Public Health | ₦70,000 |
| ND Epidemiology & Disease Control | ₦70,000 |
| ND Health Information Management | ₦76,500 |
Important Things Students Should Know
- Tuition fees are charged only to non-indigene students.
- Science and Engineering students are required to pay an additional bench fee of ₦5,000.
- Returning HND students are required to pay an NYSC processing fee.
- Returning NCE students must pay a teaching practice fee.
- Health programme students will incur additional professional registration charges separate from normal school fees.
- Students should keep payment receipts and registration documents for future verification.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Does JIGPOLY charge tuition fees to indigenes?
No. Based on the published schedule, tuition fees are charged only to non-indigene students.
How much is the school fee for new ND non-indigene students?
New ND students in Arts and Social Sciences pay ₦76,200, while those in Sciences and Engineering pay ₦81,200.
How much do indigene HND students pay?
Indigene HND students pay between ₦35,400 and ₦42,400 depending on programme category and status.
Is there an extra fee for Science and Engineering students?
Yes. A bench fee of ₦5,000 applies to all Science and Engineering categories.
Are health programme students required to pay additional fees?
Yes. Students in approved health-related programmes must register with their professional councils and boards and pay the specified registration charges.
Conclusion
The Jigawa State Polytechnic school fees schedule for the 2025/2026 academic session provides a detailed breakdown of charges for HND, ND and NCE students across all morning programmes. The institution maintains separate fee structures for indigenes and non-indigenes, with non-indigenes paying tuition fees while indigene students enjoy significantly lower overall charges.
Students are advised to carefully review the category that applies to them before making payments and should also take note of additional fees attached to Science, Engineering and health-related programmes. Early payment and timely registration will help students avoid unnecessary delays during the academic session.