The Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, Delta State, has started selling admission forms for its Higher National Diploma (HND) full-time programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. This is a great opportunity for students who want to advance their education and build a career in the oil and gas industry. PTI is calling on qualified candidates to apply for its highly respected HND courses.
Available HND Programmes
PTI offers a range of HND programmes designed to equip students with practical skills for the petroleum sector. The available courses include:
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Instrumentation and Control
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Electronics and Telecommunications
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Power and Machines
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Other programmes listed in the PTI admission prospectus
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for the HND programmes, candidates must meet the following requirements:
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Have a National Diploma (ND) in a relevant field.
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Possess at least five O’level credit passes, including English Language, Mathematics, and three other subjects relevant to the chosen course. These credits should be from WAEC, NECO, or GCE, obtained in not more than two sittings.
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For detailed requirements, check the PTI admission prospectus for the 2025/2026 academic session on the PTI website.
How to Apply
Applying for the HND programme is simple and can be done online. Follow these steps:
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Visit the PTI website at www.pti.edu.ng.
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Go to the “Programmes Menu” and select “National Diploma & Higher National Diploma Programmes.”
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Click on “Apply Here” under the HND Programmes section.
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Fill out the “Sign On” page with your details and click “Sign Up” at the bottom. Make sure to note down your username and password for future use.
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You will be directed to the Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) page to generate a unique RRR code.
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Print the RRR code page and take it to any bank for payment. The cost of the HND admission form is N15,000, and it is non-refundable.
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After payment, return to the PTI website and click “Return to my Application.”
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Log in with your username and password, then complete the online application form.
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Print the completed form and bring it along with your RRR printout to the interview centre.
If you have issues logging in after payment, send an email to itsupport@pti.edu.ng with your RRR code.
Important Dates
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Online application starts on June 17, 2025, and ends on August 9, 2025.
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Late application window is from August 10, 2025, to August 18, 2025, with a fee of N20,000.
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HND interviews will take place from August 19 to August 23, 2025, at the PTI campus in Effurun, Delta State.
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Candidates must ensure their ND transcripts reach the Office of the Registrar at PTI from their previous institutions by August 19, 2025. Transcripts should be sent via a courier service.
Screening Process
The HND admission process involves an interview, not a written exam. Candidates should bring their ND certificates, O’level results, and other relevant documents for verification during the interview.
Why Choose PTI?
Established in 1973 by the Federal Government of Nigeria, PTI is a leading institution for training professionals in the oil and gas industry. It is accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and recognized by JAMB. PTI’s HND programmes are designed to provide hands-on skills, preparing graduates for immediate employment or entrepreneurship in the petroleum sector.
Contact Information
For technical support, email itsupport@pti.edu.ng or call 08126971127. For admission inquiries, email admission@pti.edu.ng or call 08012767021, 08023295684, 08028798994, 08082494883, or 08062190657.
Don’t miss this chance to join PTI’s HND programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session. Apply now and take a step toward a rewarding career in the oil and gas industry!