Akbas spent time in the youth systems of both Bahcecikspor and Trabzonspor during his youth.
1461 Trabzon
In 2009, Akbas was sold by Trabzonspor to affiliate club 1461 Trabzon. He made 118 league appearances with the club, scoring four goals. His league debut came on 24 October 2009 in a 2–0 home win against Erzurumspor. This was also his first start for the club. His first goal came nearly two years later on 16 October 2011 in a 2–1 away loss to Saraykoy 1926. He scored in the 36th minute, making the score 2–1. In the 2011–12 season, he helped his side to promotion to the TFF First League.