PTI, Effurun has announced a cut-off mark of 130 for the 2025/2026 academic session admission; This applies to all ND courses.
Candidates who meet the cut-off mark are eligible for the Post UTME screening exercise, enabling them to pursue a promising career in the oil and gas industry.
About Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun
The Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), located in Delta State, was established by the federal government in 1973.
This institution was born out of a need to equip Nigeria with the requisite middle-level workforce for the ever-growing oil and gas industry locally and within the West African sub-region.
Over the years, PTI has become a beacon of training in petroleum-related courses, offering General Welding Certificates, ND (National Diploma), HND (Higher National Diploma), and Degree certificates.
These qualifications are revered within the industry and open vast opportunities for students post-graduation.
PTI Cut-Off Mark for the 2025/2026 Session
According to the released guidelines, to be considered for the 2025/2026 academic session’s admission, candidates must score a minimum of 130 in the recent Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
This cut-off mark applies to all National Diploma (ND) courses the institute offers.
Hence, aspirants for any of the under-listed ND courses who scored 130 or above are eligible to participate in the upcoming PTI Post UTME screening exercise:
- Computer Science
- Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology
- Industrial Safety and Environmental Engineering Technology
- Mechanical Engineering Technology
- Mineral and Petroleum Resources Engineering Technology
- Petroleum and Gas Processing
- Petroleum Engineering Technology
- Petroleum Marketing and Business Studies
- Science Laboratory Technology
- Welding and Fabrication Technology
Conclusion
In conclusion, students who meet the cut-off mark are encouraged to prepare for the screening exercise.
On the other hand, those who scored below the prescribed cut-off may need to consider other options as they might not be offered admission into PTI for this academic session.
This decision aligns with PTI’s commitment to maintaining its excellent standard in training future oil and gas industry leaders.