The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has released the official Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening form for the 2026/2027 academic session. Online registration opens on Friday, May 22, 2026 and closes on Friday, July 31, 2026.
Screening Mode: The 2026/2027 FUTO screening exercise will be based on verified JAMB UTME scores and O'Level results uploaded on JAMB CAPS.
General Eligibility Criteria
- First Choice & Change of Institution: You must have chosen FUTO as your First Choice in the 2026 UTME/DE. If you did not, you can still apply provided you scored at least 150 and complete a Change of Institution to FUTO on JAMB CAPS on or before July 31, 2026.
- Age Requirement: You must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2026.
- O'Level Credits: At least five (5) O'Level credit passes including English Language, Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects in not more than two sittings. However, MBBS candidates must obtain their 5 credits (English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology) in ONE SITTING only.
- Direct Entry Qualifications: Holders of A'Level, OND, HND, or First Degree in relevant disciplines.
FUTO Departmental Cut-Off Marks (2026/2027)
| Minimum JAMB Score | Schools and Eligible Programmes |
|---|---|
| 200 and above | College of Medicine: MBBS (Medicine and Surgery) |
| 170 and above | School of ICT: Computer Science, Cyber Security Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering School of Environmental Sciences: Architecture School of Health Technology: Prosthetics & Orthotics Technology, Public Health Technology, Optometry, Radiography School of Basic Medical Sciences: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology School of Engineering & Engineering Technology: Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering School of Electrical Systems & Engineering Technology: Computer Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering |
| 150 and above | School of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology: Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Animal Science & Technology, Crop Science & Technology, Soil Science & Technology, Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology, Forestry and Wildlife Technology School of Biological Sciences: Biochemistry, Biological Science, Biotechnology, Forensic Science, Microbiology School of Environmental Sciences: Building Technology, Environmental Management, Estate Management & Valuation, Quantity Surveying, Surveying & Geoinformatics, Urban & Regional Planning Centre of Excellence (CE-sPESS): Sustainable Environmental Studies, Sustainable Social Development, Procurement Management School of Logistics & Innovation Technology: Entrepreneurship Studies & Innovation, Finance & Innovation Technology, Logistics & Transport Technology, Maritime Science Technology, Project Management Technology, Supply Chain Management School of Health Technology: Dental Technology, Environmental Health Science School of Engineering & Engineering Technology: Agricultural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Food Science & Technology, Materials & Metallurgical Engineering, Polymer Engineering School of Physical Sciences: Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Science Laboratory Technology, Statistics |
Step-by-Step Application Procedure (₦2,000 Fee)
- Visit portal.futo.edu.ng/#undergraduate (or go through www.futo.edu.ng > Prospective Students > Undergraduate).
- Click on Generate Invoice and enter your JAMB Registration Number to generate a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) invoice for ₦2,000.00.
- Pay at any commercial bank using the invoice or pay online with your ATM card.
- Return to portal.futo.edu.ng/#undergraduate, click on Application Form, and log in with your JAMB Registration Number.
- Fill in and confirm your details, click Submit (your application is only valid after clicking Submit), and print your acknowledgement slip.
Critical Deadlines for O'Level Upload & DE Transcripts
- O'Level CAPS Upload Deadline: All candidates must upload their O'Level results on JAMB CAPS no later than August 17, 2026.
- Matching Department Rule: Your chosen department on JAMB CAPS must match the department on your FUTO Post-UTME portal.
- Direct Entry Transcripts: DE candidates must ensure their certificates are verified on JAMB CAPS and that their official academic transcripts reach The Registrar, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, no later than August 17, 2026.
Check your admission readiness and practice past questions on the Mentra POST-UTME app, available on both Android and iOS. For support, email ict@futo.edu.ng or call 08139833300.
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