Planning your finances is an important part of preparing for university, and one of the first things every prospective student wants to know is the approved school fees. If you have secured admission into Abiola Ajimobi Technical University, Ibadan (formerly First Technical University, Ibadan) or intend to apply for admission, understanding the institution's fee structure will help you budget for the academic session.

As of the time of writing, Tech-U has not officially released the approved school fees schedule for the 2025/2026 academic session. Once the university publishes the new fees, this page will be updated with the latest information.

In the meantime, the most recent fee structure available is provided below to serve as a template for prospective and returning students.

Tech-U School Fees Breakdown

The table below shows the latest available school fees for new undergraduate students.

Faculty / Programme

Admission Charge

Tuition / Academic Fees

Hostel

Municipal Services

Total

Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

₦220,000

₦822,000

₦350,000

₦127,000

₦1,519,500

Faculty of Engineering and Technology

₦220,000

₦972,500

₦350,000

₦127,000

₦1,670,500

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

₦220,000

₦822,000 to ₦972,500

₦350,000

₦127,000

₦1,519,500 to ₦1,670,500

Note: These figures represent the latest available fee schedule and should be used as a guide pending the release of the official 2025/2026 school fees by the university.

School Fees for Returning Students

Returning students generally pay lower fees because the admission charge is applicable only to newly admitted students.

Based on the latest available information, returning students' fees range from approximately:

  • ₦1,299,500 for some programmes.

  • ₦1,450,000 for programmes with higher tuition charges.

Students should wait for the official 2025/2026 fee schedule for the exact payable amount.

Breakdown of Tech-U Charges

The latest available fees cover several important charges, including:

Admission Charge

This is a one time payment made by newly admitted students. It covers admission processing, acceptance and orientation activities.

Tuition and Academic Fees

These fees cover lectures, laboratory practicals, workshops, examinations and other academic services.

Hostel Accommodation

Hostel accommodation is included in the latest available fee schedule. Students should confirm whether accommodation remains optional or compulsory when the 2025/2026 fees are officially released.

Municipal Services

Municipal service charges usually cover services such as:

  • ICT facilities

  • Library services

  • Medical services

  • Sports

  • Entrepreneurship training

  • Transportation services

  • Other campus utilities

How to Pay Tech-U School Fees

After the university releases the approved school fees, students can complete payment by following the official payment process.

The general steps include:

  1. Visit https://tech-u.edu.ng/portal/

  2. Log in with your student credentials.

  3. Generate your payment invoice.

  4. Pay through any of the approved payment channels provided by the university.

  5. Print your payment receipt after successful payment.

  6. Complete your course registration as directed by the university.

Students should always follow the payment instructions issued for their admission year.

Other Expenses to Budget For

Apart from tuition and other institutional charges, students should also plan for additional expenses such as:

  • Departmental or faculty dues

  • Books and study materials

  • Practical and laboratory materials

  • Field trips where applicable

  • Feeding

  • Personal transportation

  • Accommodation (if living off campus)

Scholarships and Financial Support

Tech-U has supported deserving students through different scholarship and financial aid opportunities in previous sessions.

However, scholarship schemes may vary from one academic session to another. Interested students are advised to monitor official university announcements for available scholarships, bursaries and financial assistance for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Has Tech-U released the 2025/2026 school fees?
A: No. As of the time of writing, Tech-U has not officially released the approved school fees schedule for the 2025/2026 academic session.

Q: Do returning students pay the same fees as fresh students?
A: No. Returning students usually pay lower fees because they are not required to pay the admission charge applicable to newly admitted students.

Q: Does the school fees include hostel accommodation?
A: The latest available fee schedule includes hostel accommodation. Students should confirm the accommodation policy when the official 2025/2026 fees are released.

Q: How can I pay my Tech-U school fees?
A: School fees are paid through the university's official student portal using the approved payment channels provided by the institution.

Q: Can I pay my school fees in instalments?
A: Students should follow the payment guidelines issued by the university for the 2025/2026 academic session, as payment arrangements may vary.

Q: Are scholarships available at Tech-U?
A: The university has offered scholarship opportunities in previous sessions. Students should check official announcements for available scholarships and financial aid for the current academic session.

Q: Where can I find the official Tech-U school fees?
A: The official school fees schedule will be published on the https://tech-u.edu.ng/ and student portal once it is approved for the 2025/2026 academic session.