The federal government has launched applications for admission into Federal Technical Colleges nationwide, reiterating its commitment to free technical education and skills development.
The Federal Ministry of Education announced that the initiative received approval from the Minister, Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa, yesterday.
In a press statement by the ministry’s Director of Press and Public Relations, Boriowo Folasade, the government explained that the program aligns with its broader strategy to broaden access to quality technical and vocational education and to equip Nigerian youths with practical, employable, and industry-relevant skills. Boriowo said registration for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) into Federal Technical Colleges will open on Monday, 26th January, 2026, and close on Sunday, 24th May, 2026.
She added that the entrance examination would be conducted nationwide on Saturday, 6th June, 2026.
“Prospective candidates are required to complete their applications through the official National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) online portal via the designated website: https://student.nabteb.gov.ng/.” The ministry emphasised that possession of a valid National Identification Number (NIN) is compulsory for all applicants and remains a prerequisite for successful registration.
It reiterated that technical education in Federal Technical Colleges is fully funded upon admission, underscoring the government’s commitment to human capital development, youth empowerment and enhanced national productivity.
“Admission is open to candidates aged between 13 and 20 years. Parents, guardians and prospective candidates are advised to strictly comply with all application requirements and obtain information solely from official channels of the Federal Ministry of Education and designated examination bodies.
The statement added that the Federal Ministry of Education remains focused on expanding access to free, quality technical education that empowers youths with relevant skills, promotes self-reliance and contributes meaningfully to national economic growth and sustainable development.”