List of NBTE Approved Courses in EKSCOTECH 2026/2027
The official list of NBTE Approved Courses in EKSCOTECH has just expanded following a successful institutional evaluation for the upcoming academic session. This major milestone comes after a rigorous resource assessment visit conducted by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) team from May 20 to May 23, 2026.
Following their thorough inspection of facilities and teaching staff, the regulatory board issued an official approval letter dated June 18, 2026. Thanks to this clearance, the Edo State College of Agriculture and Technology (EKSCOTECH), Iguoriakhi, is now fully authorized to open up student admissions for 15 brand-new programmes.
The new approvals provide excellent academic variety for prospective students, breaking down into nine National Diploma (ND) tracks and six Higher National Diploma (HND) streams.
Read on for the full breakdown of EKSCOTECH accredited programmes, key approval details, and exactly what this NBTE decision means for your upcoming admission chances
What has NBTE approved for EKSCOTECH?
NBTE has granted accreditation to Ekiti State College of Technology, Ijero-Ekiti, for 15 new ND and HND programmes.
The approval was conveyed through a letter signed by the Director of Polytechnic and Allied Programmes at NBTE, Mr Ayo Aroge and the letter was dated 18 June 2026.
NBTE Approved Courses in EKSCOTECH
The National Diploma programmes approved for EKSCOTECH are listed below.
- ND Dispensing Opticianry
- ND Medical Store Management Technology
- ND Biomedical Engineering Technology
- ND Family Health Care
- ND Computer Engineering
- ND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
- ND Science Laboratory Technology
- ND Business Administration and Management
- ND Accountancy
These ND programmes give prospective students more course options at the Polytechnic level, especially in health-related studies, engineering technology, science and management.
Which HND programmes have been accredited?
The Higher National Diploma programmes approved for EKSCOTECH are listed below.
- HND Community Health
- HND Cyber Security and Data Protection
- HND Dental Therapy
- HND Dental Surgery Technology
- HND Artificial Intelligence
- HND Software and Web Development
The HND list is relevant to candidates who seek advanced Polytechnic training after the required National Diploma route, subject to the normal admission conditions that will be stated by the Polytechnic.
When was the NBTE accreditation visit held?
The approval followed an accreditation visitation exercise conducted by the NBTE accredited team at Ekiti State College of Technology, Ijero-Ekiti, from 20 May to 23 May 2026.
The visit formed part of the process that led to the approval conveyed through the NBTE letter dated 18 June 2026.
What does the approval mean for prospective students?
The approval means EKSCOTECH is now placed to admit and enrol students into the newly accredited ND and HND programmes.
Prospective students who are interested in any of the newly approved courses should note the exact programme title, because ND and HND courses are separate awards and may have different entry routes during admission.
How does the approval relate to EKSCOTECH’s Polytechnic status?
The new accreditation follows the recent official recognition granted by NBTE to the new status of Ekiti State College of Technology, Ijero-Ekiti, as a full-fledged Polytechnic.
That recognition followed legal backing from the Ekiti State Government and the College’s fulfilment of the stated guidelines and procedures required for upgrading Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), schools to Polytechnic status.
Why is the NBTE approval relevant?
NBTE accreditation is relevant because it is the official basis stated for the 15 new academic programmes and the approval gives the Polytechnic room to admit and enrol students into those courses.
The new programmes also widen academic access for prospective students from different educational backgrounds; this is especially relevant to applicants seeking ND and HND study options at EKSCOTECH, Ijero-Ekiti.
What should applicants confirm before choosing a programme?
Prospective students should first confirm whether the preferred course is an ND or HND programme, because the award level affects the expected admission route.
The approved course list should be checked carefully before any admission step is taken.
Key points to note are:
- EKSCOTECH has 15 newly accredited programmes
- The approval is from NBTE
- The approval letter is dated 18 June 2026
- The accreditation visit took place from 20 to 23 May 2026
- The new programmes cover ND and HND levels
- The Polytechnic is now placed to admit and enrol students into the approved courses
Which authority granted the accreditation?
The National Board for Technical Education granted the accreditation.
The approval was issued through a letter signed by Mr Ayo Aroge, Director of Polytechnic and Allied Programmes and addressed to the Polytechnic after the accreditation visitation exercise.
What is the full list of EKSCOTECH newly accredited programmes?
The full list contains 15 programmes.
At National Diploma level, the approved programmes are Dispensing Opticianry, Medical Store Management Technology, Biomedical Engineering Technology, Family Health Care, Computer Engineering, Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, Science Laboratory Technology, Business Administration and Management and Accountancy.
At Higher National Diploma level, the approved programmes are Community Health, Cyber Security and Data Protection, Dental Therapy, Dental Surgery Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Software and Web Development.
