Gateway Industrial & Petro-Gas Institute (GIPI) is a government-owned institution, established by the OGHA Act 9 of 2008 and signed into law on September 2, 2008, by the Governor of Ogun State.

GIPI offers four types of programs: National Innovation Diplomas, Professional Diplomas, Short Courses, and In-House Training Programs for industries. For a full list of courses under each program, please visit our website homepage or download our flyer [link to flyer/download here].

The certificate awarded depends on the type of program completed and aligns with the Institute’s mandate.

Yes, all programs and courses at GIPI are approved and accredited by regulatory institutions and professional bodies, including the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE), Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), and the Nigerian Institute of Welding (NIW). GIPI certificates are recognized both nationally and internationally.

Yes, the National Innovation Diploma (NID) certificate can be used for admission into Higher National Diploma (HND) programs or as Direct Entry (DE) into degree-awarding institutions. The Professional Diploma is primarily intended for individuals seeking to acquire practical skills for employment and self-reliance rather than for academic advancement.

All applications are processed online at https://gipi.edu.ng. Click on “Apply Now”. Simply select your desired course and fill in the required information. The portal will guide you through payment for the application form. An Institute officer will then process your application and contact you with further details.

Program duration varies by course. The National Innovation Diploma program lasts two years (four semesters), while the Professional Diploma program is six months (two modules). For more details, please download the Institute brochure [link to brochure/download here].

National Innovation Diploma (NID): A minimum of five credits, including English, Mathematics, Physics, and any two other science subjects at SSCE level or its equivalent (NTC/TTC/C&G/NABTEB). A minimum score of 100 in UTME is also required. Professional Diploma: A minimum of four credits, including English, Mathematics, and any two other subjects, or an equivalent (NTC/TTC/C&G/NABTEB). Graduates from higher institutions and non-science students are also eligible to apply.

For a detailed breakdown of the fees for each course, please visit https://gipi.edu.ng/fee.html

Yes, payments can be made in instalments. However, students are required to pay a minimum of 50% of the total fee in the first semester/module of their respective program.

We recognize the importance of assisting trainees to secure suitable accommodation facilities within and outside the Institute’s campus. Hostel accommodation is available to all trainees/students and visitors.

Yes, our programs are flexible and open to working professionals or business owners. We offer full-time, part-time, and online options to suit your schedule.

Certificates for all programs are available once the Academic Board approves the final results, typically within one month of completing the final exams. For short courses, certificates are issued immediately upon program completion.

Yes, your certificate can be sent to any location worldwide. However, those requesting delivery will be responsible for the cost of the courier service.

Upon graduation, trainees are well-equipped to work in various industries or start and manage their own businesses.

While the Institute does not directly secure jobs for graduates, we have partnerships with companies that occasionally seek our graduates. We connect graduates with these opportunities through our alumni network.

Yes, the Institute provides a safe and secure environment for students, staff, and visitors.