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Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAPOLY)
📍 Bauchi, Bauchi · 📅 Est. 1988 · 👥 12,000+ Students
100Cut-off
26+Courses
7Faculties
YesPost-UTME
38Yrs Old
📋 Overview
Full Name
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic
Abbreviation
ATAPOLY
Ownership
State
Category
State Polytechnic
Year Founded
1988
Location
Bauchi, Bauchi
Address
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Jos Road, Wuntin Dada, P.M.B. 088, Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria
Website
Phone
Email
Students
12,000+
Accreditation
National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)
Hostel
✅ Available
Post-UTME
✅ Yes
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAPOLY) is the premier state polytechnic of Bauchi State, established by Edict No. 1 of 1988 through the merger of two defunct institutions: the Bauchi College of Arts and Science (BACAS), which was itself established in 1976, and the then Bauchi State Polytechnic. The institution was subsequently renamed Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic via Edict No. 7 of 1994, in honour of Alhaji Abubakar Tatari Ali, a distinguished former Governor of Bauchi State and a pivotal figure in northern Nigeria's political and educational history. In 2013, the College of Administrative and Business Studies (CABS), Azare, was merged into ATAPOLY as a unit school and campus, extending the polytechnic's reach to the Katagum axis of Bauchi State. The polytechnic currently operates from two campuses: the main campus at Wuntin Dada, Jos Road, Bauchi, and the Azare Campus. ATAPOLY is accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) and runs seven unit schools across its two campuses. It offers ND, HND, NCE (via affiliated programmes) and B.Sc. degree-affiliated programmes in partnership with Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU), Bauchi. The polytechnic maintains an active e-library subscribed to JSTOR, the Web of Science, ProQuest, and other databases.
🏛️ Faculties and Colleges
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic is organised into 7 faculties/colleges.
- School of Engineering Technology
- School of Business and Management Technology
- School of Science and General Studies
- School of Environmental Studies
- School of Agriculture
- School of Communication and Social Sciences
- Azare Campus (College of Administrative and Business Studies unit)
📖 Courses Offered in ATAPOLY
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic offers 26 accredited courses. All programmes are approved by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE). Minimum JAMB score: 100.
ND/HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology
ND/HND Mechanical Engineering Technology
ND/HND Civil Engineering Technology
ND/HND Computer Engineering Technology
ND/HND Accountancy
ND/HND Banking and Finance
ND/HND Business Administration and Management
ND/HND Marketing
ND/HND Office Technology and Management
ND/HND Public Administration
ND/HND Cooperative Economics and Management
ND/HND Computer Science
ND/HND Science Laboratory Technology
ND/HND Statistics
ND/HND Mathematics
ND/HND Architecture
ND/HND Building Technology
ND/HND Estate Management and Valuation
ND/HND Quantity Surveying
ND/HND Urban and Regional Planning
ND/HND Animal Health and Production Technology
ND/HND Agricultural Technology
ND/HND Mass Communication
ND/HND Library and Information Science
ND/HND Social Development
ND/HND Islamic Studies
💰 ATAPOLY School Fees
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic school fees are subsidised by the Bauchi State Government. Tuition fees for indigenes of Bauchi State are lower than those for non-indigenes, as is standard practice for state polytechnics in Nigeria. Estimated fees range from approximately NGN 20,000 to NGN 50,000 per session for indigenes, and NGN 30,000 to NGN 70,000 for non-indigenes, depending on programme and level. Engineering and environmental design programmes attract higher fees due to practical costs. B.Sc. degree-affiliated programmes carry a separate fee structure. Visit the official portal at atapoly.edu.ng for the current approved fees schedule.
⚠️ Fees are subject to annual review. Always verify on the official portal or bursary department before payment.
As a state institution, fees are subsidised by the Bauchi State Government.
📝 Admission Requirements & Cut-off Mark
100
JAMB Cut-off Mark (2026)
Minimum JAMB UTME score to apply. Departments may set higher scores.
Minimum JAMB UTME score to apply. Departments may set higher scores.
✅ Post-UTME: Required
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Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic admission requirements:
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JAMB UTME score of at least 100 for ND programmes (competitive departments may require higher scores).
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Minimum of five O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings, including English Language and Mathematics plus relevant programme subjects.
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Engineering Technology programmes require credits in Mathematics, Physics and at least one of Chemistry or Technical Drawing.
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Science Laboratory Technology requires credits in Biology, Chemistry and Physics.
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Animal Health and Production Technology requires credits in Biology, Chemistry and one science subject.
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Post-UTME screening is conducted; check the ATAPOLY portal for dates.
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HND admission requires ND Lower Credit from an NBTE-accredited institution in the same or related discipline, plus one year of SIWES/work experience.
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For B.Sc. degree-affiliated programmes, candidates must meet the additional requirements set by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU).
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Bauchi State indigenes enjoy preferential admission consideration as with all state polytechnics.
🌟 Notable Alumni
Numerous Bauchi State civil servants and local government workers who trained at ATAPOLY in business and management
engineers maintaining public infrastructure across Bauchi's 20 LGAs
agricultural technologists working with Bauchi State government farms and agencies
mass communication graduates working with NTA Bauchi, Freedom Radio and other media houses in the North-East
academics who proceeded to degree programmes and now lecture at various higher institutions in northern Nigeria
💡 Notable Facts about ATAPOLY
ATAPOLY was established through the merger of the Bauchi College of Arts and Science (BACAS, 1976) and the former Bauchi State Polytechnic — making it one of the older state polytechnics in northern Nigeria.
It was renamed after Alhaji Abubakar Tatari Ali, a celebrated former governor of Bauchi State.
The polytechnic operates from two campuses: the main campus in Wuntin Dada, Bauchi (Jos Road), and the Azare Campus, which was the former College of Administrative and Business Studies (CABS).
ATAPOLY runs seven unit schools and operates degree-affiliated programmes in partnership with ATBU.
It maintains a sophisticated e-library with access to JSTOR, Web of Science and ProQuest — a rare feature for a state polytechnic in northern Nigeria.
The Azare Campus serves students from the Katagum senatorial district of Bauchi State, significantly improving access to polytechnic education in that zone..
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Apply for admission, check results, register courses and access student services.
Go to Official Portal ↗❓ Frequently Asked Questions — ATAPOLY
What courses are offered in Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic?
Courses offered in Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic (ATAPOLY) include: ND/HND Electrical/Electronics Engineering Technology, ND/HND Mechanical Engineering Technology, ND/HND Civil Engineering Technology, ND/HND Computer Engineering Technology, ND/HND Accountancy, ND/HND Banking and Finance, ND/HND Business Administration and Management, ND/HND Marketing, ND/HND Office Technology and Management, ND/HND Public Administration, ND/HND Cooperative Economics and Management, ND/HND Computer Science, ND/HND Science Laboratory Technology, ND/HND Statistics, ND/HND Mathematics, ND/HND Architecture, ND/HND Building Technology, ND/HND Estate Management and Valuation, ND/HND Quantity Surveying, ND/HND Urban and Regional Planning, ND/HND Animal Health and Production Technology, ND/HND Agricultural Technology, ND/HND Mass Communication, ND/HND Library and Information Science, ND/HND Social Development, ND/HND Islamic Studies. All programmes are accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
How much are ATAPOLY school fees?
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic school fees are subsidised by the Bauchi State Government. Tuition fees for indigenes of Bauchi State are lower than those for non-indigenes, as is standard practice for state polytechnics in Nigeria. Estimated fees range from approximately NGN 20,000 to NGN 50,000 per session for indigenes, and NGN 30,000 to NGN 70,000 for non-indigenes, depending on programme and level. Engineering and environmental design programmes attract higher fees due to practical costs. B.Sc. degree-affiliated programmes carry a separate fee structure. Visit the official portal at atapoly.edu.ng for the current approved fees schedule.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic?
The JAMB cut-off mark for Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic is 100 as of 2026. Individual departments may set higher cut-off marks depending on competition.
Does ATAPOLY conduct Post-UTME?
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic conducts a Post-UTME screening exercise for all qualified candidates who meet the JAMB cut-off mark.
What is the address of Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic?
The address of Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic is: Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Jos Road, Wuntin Dada, P.M.B. 088, Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria. Visit https://atapoly.edu.ng for directions.
What are the admission requirements for ATAPOLY?
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic admission requirements: (1) JAMB UTME score of at least 100 for ND programmes (competitive departments may require higher scores). (2) Minimum of five O'Level credit passes at not more than two sittings, including English Language and Mathematics plus relevant programme subjects. (3) Engineering Technology programmes require credits in Mathematics, Physics and at least one of Chemistry or Technical Drawing. (4) Science Laboratory Technology requires credits in Biology, Chemistry and Physics. (5) Animal Health and Production Technology requires credits in Biology, Chemistry and one science subject. (6) Post-UTME screening is conducted; check the ATAPOLY portal for dates. (7) HND admission requires ND Lower Credit from an NBTE-accredited institution in the same or related discipline, plus one year of SIWES/work experience. (8) For B.Sc. degree-affiliated programmes, candidates must meet the additional requirements set by Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU). (9) Bauchi State indigenes enjoy preferential admission consideration as with all state polytechnics.
Does ATAPOLY have hostel accommodation?
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic provides on-campus hostel accommodation for students.
Is ATAPOLY accredited?
Yes, Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic is fully accredited by the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE).
Where is ATAPOLY located?
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic is located in Bauchi, Bauchi, Nigeria. Full address: Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Jos Road, Wuntin Dada, P.M.B. 088, Bauchi, Bauchi State, Nigeria.
When was ATAPOLY established?
Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic was established in 1988, making it 38 years old as of 2026. It is a state institution.