Akwa Ibom Polytechnic: Mandatory NERD Clearance for Corps Members and HND II Students

Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic has issued a mandatory directive for prospective corps members and HND II students who have completed their final year projects. All affected students must register their projects with the Nigeria Education Repository and Databank (NERD) to obtain clearance required for NYSC orientation camp access.

Who Must Comply

• All HND II students who have successfully defended their projects
• All prospective corps members (PCMs) from Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic

Critical Deadline

• Registration Commences: Tuesday, January 6, 2026
• Action Required: Register completed projects with NERD immediately when portal opens

What is NERD Clearance?

NERD (Nigeria Education Repository and Databank) is the national database for academic projects and research. NERD Clearance is:

• An essential requirement for accessing NYSC Orientation Camp
• Proof that your final year project has been registered in the national database
• A mandatory document for NYSC mobilization

Why This Matters

Without NERD Clearance, you CANNOT proceed to NYSC orientation camp.

The institution has strongly advised students to comply with this directive and register their projects promptly to avoid mobilization delays or denial of camp access.

Registration Requirements

Before registration opens on January 6, 2026, ensure you have:

• Successfully defended your project: Project defense must be completed and approved
• Project documentation: Final approved copy of your project work
• Academic clearance: All departmental requirements satisfied
• Valid credentials: Student ID and registration details

How to Prepare

1. Complete project defense if not already done
2. Obtain approval from your project supervisor
3. Prepare digital copy of your project (PDF format typically required)
4. Mark your calendar for January 6, 2026 registration opening
5. Monitor announcements from the polytechnic for NERD portal access instructions

Consequences of Non-Compliance

Failure to register your project with NERD will result in:

• No NERD Clearance certificate
• Denial of NYSC orientation camp access
• Delays in NYSC mobilization
• Postponement of national service

Next Steps

1. Ensure your project defense is completed and approved
2. Prepare all required documentation
3. Wait for January 6, 2026 registration portal opening
4. Register promptly when the portal becomes available
5. Obtain your NERD Clearance certificate
6. Proceed with NYSC mobilization process

For More Information

Contact:

• Office: Academic Registry / Student Affairs
• Institution: Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic
• Purpose: NERD registration procedures, required documentation, project submission guidelines

This is a critical requirement for all prospective corps members. Ensure you register your project with NERD starting January 6, 2026 to avoid delays in your NYSC mobilization.