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From Fred Ezeh, Abuja
Federal Ministry of Education has announced the commencement of applications for admission into Federal Technical Colleges (FTCs) across Nigeria.
It disclosed that the registration for the National Common Entrance Examination (NCEE) into the FTCs will open on Monday, 26th January, 2026, and close on Sunday, 24th May 2026, while the entrance examination will be conducted nationwide on Saturday, 6th June 2026.
It further noted that prospective candidates would be required to complete their applications through the official National Business and Technical Examinations Board (NABTEB) online application portal.
It also noted that admission is open to candidates aged between 13 and 20 years, urging parents, guardians, and prospective candidates to strictly comply with all application requirements, and obtain information solely from official channels of the Federal Ministry of Education and designated examination bodies.
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Director of Press and Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, Boriowo Folasade, in a statement, on Monday, reaffirmed strong commitment of the Federal Government to free technical education and skills development in Nigeria.
Similarly, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, noted that the initiative aligns with the Federal Government’s broader strategy to expand access to quality technical and vocational education, and to equip young Nigerians with practical, employable, and industry-relevant skills.
He further reiterated that technical education in FTCs is fully funded upon admission, thus underscoring commitment to human capital development, youth empowerment, and enhanced national productivity.
He emphasised that possession of a valid National Identification Number (NIN) is compulsory for all applicants, and remains a prerequisite for successful registration.
“We remain 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,” he noted.
