The polytechnic was established on 2 February 1989 by the Kaduna state government to provide training and development techniques in the Field of engineering, applied science, commerce and other spheres of learning.

[5] The polytechnic was established to provide training and development of techniques in Applied Sciences, Engineering and Commerce, as well as other spheres of learning.

Chairman of the council is Ishaya Dare Akawu, with Haruna Uwais, Gladys Goje and Salisu Garba Kubau.

[6] Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria, Kaduna State has been authoritatively certify as well as perceived by the National Board for technical education (NBTE), Nigeria.

In a move intended to give open doors to ND and HND graduates with lower grades, Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic (NUBAPOLY), Zaria, has sent off an Overhaul Program.