AFIT Post UTME Form 2026/2027 Out Now: Courses, Cut-Off Marks, Fees and How to Apply

The AFIT Post UTME form for the 2026/2027 academic session is officially out, and applications are open right now. The Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna, released its Post UTME and National Diploma admission screening forms on May 18, 2026. The exercise covers undergraduate degree, National Diploma, and Higher National Diploma pathways, with different JAMB cut-off marks for degree and ND applicants. The application window runs from May 18 to July 20, 2026, and candidates seeking degree admission who need to change their institution to AFIT as first choice have a hard deadline of July 3, 2026 to complete that change on the JAMB portal.

If you are a 2026 JAMB candidate who scored 160 or above and you are considering one of Nigeria’s most unique and technically specialised federal institutions, this guide covers everything you need. From the full list of available courses to the step-by-step application process, fees, contact details, and what makes AFIT different from every other institution on your list.

What Is AFIT and Why It Stands Apart

The Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna, is a federal institution established in 1964 to provide tertiary education and specialised technical training. It is owned by the Nigerian Air Force and sits at the Nigerian Air Force Base in Kaduna State. Despite its military affiliation, AFIT admits both military personnel and civilian candidates, making it accessible to any qualified applicant regardless of service background.

AFIT is one of Nigeria’s most specialised higher institutions. Its programme catalogue is deliberately focused on aviation, aerospace engineering, military technology, applied sciences, engineering, and ICT. This narrow focus is not a limitation. It is a strength. Graduates of AFIT come out with technical depth in fields that most generalist universities barely touch, and that specialisation has real value in Nigeria’s growing aviation, defence, and technology sectors.

The institution is accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) for its degree programmes and by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) for its ND and HND programmes. It is also one of the few institutions in Nigeria offering Aerospace Engineering at the undergraduate level, a programme that exists almost nowhere else in the country.

For candidates who are serious about engineering, computing, cybersecurity, or aviation careers, this screening exercise is worth taking very seriously.

AFIT Post UTME Form Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027

AFIT has set different minimum JAMB scores for degree and ND pathways. Here is the breakdown.

• Minimum UTME score for Degree (B.Sc and B.Eng) admission: 200
• Minimum UTME score for National Diploma (ND) admission: 160
• Minimum UTME score for Direct Entry into Degree programmes: 180 (for ND, IJMB, or NCE holders with at least Upper Credit)

These are the baseline thresholds. Meeting the cut-off only makes you eligible to apply for the screening. Final admission is competitive and based on your aggregate score across UTME performance, O’Level grades, and Post UTME screening result. For highly competitive programmes like Aerospace Engineering, Cyber Security, and Computer Science, the effective aggregate required for admission will be higher than the stated cut-off.

Full List of AFIT Degree Courses for 2026/2027

AFIT offers 20 undergraduate degree programmes across engineering, sciences, computing, and social sciences. Here is the complete list.

Engineering Programmes (B.Eng)

• Aerospace Engineering
• Automotive Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Electrical and Electronics Engineering
• Information and Communication Technology
• Telecommunication Engineering

Science Programmes (B.Sc)

• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Physics
• Physics with Electronics
• Computer Science
• Cyber Security

Social and Management Sciences (B.Sc)

• Accounting
• Business Administration
• Economics
• International Relations

The Aerospace Engineering programme deserves particular mention. It is among a very small number of undergraduate Aerospace Engineering programmes in Nigeria and is one of the most technically demanding and career-differentiated degrees the country’s higher education system currently offers. If aviation or defence technology is your interest, there is no better undergraduate starting point in Nigeria.

Full List of AFIT National Diploma Courses for 2026/2027

AFIT offers six National Diploma programmes. Note that one of these is restricted to military personnel only.

• ND Aircraft Engineering Technology
• ND Mechanical Engineering Technology
• ND Electrical and Electronics Engineering Technology
• ND Civil Engineering Technology
• ND Business Administration and Management
• ND Explosive Ordnance Technology (military personnel only)

The Aircraft Engineering Technology ND is the civilian entry point for candidates who want to begin a career in aviation maintenance and technical operations without a full degree programme. It is also a pathway to the AFIT Pre-HND and HND programmes for those who want to progress further after completing the ND.

AFIT Post UTME vs Other Engineering Institutions: A Direct Comparison

Candidates often compare AFIT against other federal engineering-focused institutions. Here is how it stacks up against the two most common comparisons.

The single biggest differentiator for AFIT is programme exclusivity. No other institution in Nigeria offers Aerospace Engineering, Aircraft Engineering Technology, and Explosive Ordnance Technology under the same roof. For candidates whose career ambitions align with aviation, defence, or advanced engineering, AFIT is not just one option among many. It is the most direct route available.

Key Application Dates at a Glance

Every date in this table carries consequences. Fix them all before you do anything else.

The July 3 deadline for Change of Institution is a critical detail that most candidates overlook until it is too late. If AFIT was not your first choice during JAMB registration, you must complete the Change of Institution process on the JAMB portal before July 3, not before July 20. Missing July 3 while the general form closes on July 20 is a trap that catches many candidates every cycle. Fix your JAMB institution selection first, then proceed to the AFIT portal.

Application Fee and What It Covers

The screening fee for the 2026/2027 exercise is N2,000, applicable for both B.Sc and B.Eng degree programmes and all ND programmes.

This fee is non-refundable. That means once payment is made, it is not returned regardless of whether you proceed with the application, pass the screening, or are offered admission. Confirm your eligibility fully before making payment.

Direct Entry applicants for degree programmes do not follow the same fee and registration flow as UTME candidates. They are directed to visit the official AFIT portal at portal.afit.edu.ng for specific Direct Entry requirements and procedures.

How to Apply for AFIT Post UTME 2026/2027

The application is completed entirely online through the official AFIT admission portal. Here is the full step-by-step process.

1. Visit the official AFIT admission portal at portal.afit.edu.ng
2. Log in using your JAMB registration number in the format: YourJAMBRegNo@afit.edu.ng as your email (for example, 2024401234CE@afit.edu.ng)
3. Use your JAMB registration number as your initial password
4. After your first login, you will be prompted to reset your email address and password before continuing
5. Select your target programme (degree or ND) and confirm it matches your JAMB subject combination
6. Pay the non-refundable screening fee of N2,000 through the payment gateway on the portal
7. Complete the application form with your accurate personal and academic details
8. Upload all required documents including your O’Level results and JAMB result slip
9. Submit your completed application and save your confirmation details

The login format is worth paying close attention to. If your JAMB registration number is 2024401234CE, your portal email is 2024401234CE@afit.edu.ng and your password is 2024401234CE. This auto-generated format is unique to AFIT and different from most other Nigerian institution portals. Using the wrong login format is the most common reason candidates fail to access the AFIT portal on their first attempt.

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Who Qualifies: O’Level Requirements for AFIT Degree Programmes

Beyond the JAMB score threshold, AFIT requires five O’Level credit passes from WAEC, NECO, or GCE in subjects relevant to your chosen programme.

For all engineering and science programmes, the typical subject requirements are:

• English Language
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• One additional relevant science or technical subject depending on the programme

For social and management science programmes such as Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, and International Relations, the subject requirements are different. English Language and Mathematics remain compulsory, and the additional three subjects should align with your chosen course. Check the JAMB brochure for AFIT’s specific subject requirements per programme before applying.

Contact Details for AFIT Admissions

For all enquiries and further clarification regarding the 2026/2027 admission exercise, use the following official contact channels:

• Phone: +234 9074411999 or +234 8155559571
• Email: registra@afit.edu.ng
• Website: afit.edu.ng
• Admission portal: portal.afit.edu.ng

AFIT has advised all candidates to apply exclusively through the official portal and to avoid dealing with unauthorised agents or unofficial admission handlers. Any third party claiming to facilitate AFIT admission outside the official portal is not acting with institutional authorisation.

Why AFIT Is Particularly Competitive This Cycle

There is something worth knowing before you submit your application that most guides will not tell you.

AFIT prioritises admission for children of armed forces personnel across all programmes. That is an institutional policy that has been in place since the institution’s founding mandate. Civilian applicants compete for the remaining available slots after military personnel’s dependants have been considered.

This does not mean civilian candidates cannot secure admission. Thousands of civilians have studied and graduated from AFIT across its six decades of operation. But it does mean that the effective competition for civilian slots is proportionally higher than the raw number of available programme places might suggest.

For civilian candidates, strong performance in both the JAMB UTME and the Post UTME screening is not optional. It is the most direct way to position yourself competitively for the available civilian slots, particularly in high-demand programmes like Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

Conclusion

The AFIT Post UTME form for 2026/2027 is open from May 18 to July 20, 2026, with a N2,000 non-refundable screening fee. Degree candidates need a minimum JAMB score of 200 and must change their institution to AFIT before July 3 if they have not already done so. ND candidates need a minimum score of 160. Direct Entry candidates should visit portal.afit.edu.ng for specific requirements.

The AFIT Post UTME opportunity is one of the most unique in Nigeria’s higher education landscape. Twenty degree programmes, six ND courses, an unmatched aviation and aerospace specialisation, and a federal institution fee structure all sit behind a N2,000 screening form. The deadline is July 20. The July 3 institution change deadline is even closer.

Visit portal.afit.edu.ng today, set up your login correctly, pay the screening fee, and get your application in well before the deadline. For enquiries, call +234 9074411999 or email registra@afit.edu.ng.