Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa: Official Schedule for the 2025/2026 Matriculation Ceremony
The Management and Academic Board of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, have officially announced the 2025/2026 Academic Session Matriculation Ceremony. This ceremony marks the formal induction of newly admitted students into the institution's diverse National Diploma (ND) and Higher National Diploma (HND) programs. It is a pivotal event where students take the mandatory oath of allegiance, pledging to uphold the academic standards, rules, and regulations that define the prestigious institution.
Event Schedule and Logistical Arrangements
In a formal notification issued by the Office of the Dean of Students Affairs, the university community is advised of the following timeline and locations for the day:
Date: Tuesday, 24th February 2026
Time: 9:00 AM Prompt
Venue: Twin Theater (Located by the ICT Building)
Arrival Deadline: All matriculating students must be seated by 8:30 AM
The day’s proceedings will commence with a formal academic procession, which is scheduled to take off from the Center of Flexible Skills. This procession traditionally includes the Rector, principal officers, deans, and heads of department, signaling the official start of the academic assembly.
Directives to Fresh Students
To ensure a seamless experience and legal recognition as students of the Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa, all freshmen are expected to complete specific administrative requirements prior to the ceremony.
- Completion of Registration
Only students who have fully cleared their fees and completed the online course registration process on the polytechnic portal are eligible to be matriculated. Students are urged to verify their status with their respective department officers to ensure their names appear on the official matriculation list. - Collection of Academic Gowns
Matriculating students are required to wear the official academic regalia. Gowns are typically collected from the offices of the various Deans or at designated points within the School of Business, School of Engineering, or other relevant faculties upon presentation of evidence of payment. - Signing of the Matriculation Register
The most critical part of the ceremony is the signing of the matriculation register. This document serves as the legal record of a student’s enrollment. Failure to sign the register after taking the oath may lead to a loss of studentship, regardless of admission status.
A Message from the Rector
The Rector, on behalf of the Academic Board, has extended a warm invitation to the entire polytechnic community, including staff, students, parents, and well-wishers, to witness this landmark occasion. The Rector emphasized that the polytechnic remains committed to its mission of providing technical and vocational education that empowers students with self-reliance and innovation. Fresh students are encouraged to remain focused on their studies and contribute positively to the campus community.
General Guidelines for Guests and Students
Punctuality: Due to the strict schedule of the academic procession, the gates to the Twin Theater may be restricted once the Rector’s procession enters.
Conduct: Students are expected to maintain the highest level of decorum during the oath-taking and throughout the speeches delivered by the principal officers.
Post-Ceremony: All academic gowns must be returned to the points of collection within the stipulated window (usually 24 to 48 hours) to avoid daily late-return penalties.