FUTO Post-UTME/Direct Entry Form 2026/2027: Requirements, Cut-Off Marks and How to Apply
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Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) invites suitably qualified candidates with 2026 UTME results to apply for admission into the University for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) Post-UTME/Direct Entry Form 2026/2027
Key Application Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) |
| Admission Type | Post-UTME/Direct Entry |
| Academic Session | 2026/2027 |
| Application Start Date | Friday, 22nd May 2026 |
| Application Closing Date | Friday, 31st July 2026 |
| Form Fee | ₦2,000 |
| General UTME Cut-off Mark | 150 |
| O’Level Upload Deadline | 17th August 2026 |
| Support Email | ict@futo.edu.ng |
| Hotline | 08139833300 |
Who Can Apply
Candidates are eligible to apply if they meet the following conditions:
- Applied to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for 2026 undergraduate admission.
- Chose Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) as their First Choice institution.
- Sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
- Applied for Direct Entry (DE) admission.
Age Requirement
Only candidates who are at least 16 years old by 30th September 2026 are eligible to apply.
General UTME Requirement
Candidates must have scored a minimum of 150 in the 2026 UTME to be eligible to apply.
JAMB Subject Combination
Each candidate must ensure that their JAMB subject combination is the correct one prescribed in the JAMB brochure for the programme applied for.
Change of Institution
Candidates who did not initially choose FUTO as their First Choice institution may also apply, provided that they:
- Scored at least 150 in UTME.
- Visit JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
- Change their institution to FUTO on or before 31st July 2026.
O’Level Requirement
Candidates must have at least five O’Level credit passes, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Three other relevant O’Level subjects, depending on the programme
The result must not be obtained in more than two sittings.
O’Level Requirement for MBBS
Candidates applying for MBBS must have at least five O’Level credit passes in the following subjects:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
The MBBS O’Level result must be obtained in one sitting.
Programmes With 150 Minimum JAMB Score
School of Agriculture and 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 for Sustainable Procurement, Environment and Social Standard
- Sustainable Environmental Studies
- Sustainable Social Development
- Procurement Management
School of Logistics and 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 and 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
Programmes With 170 Minimum JAMB Score
School of Information and Communication Technology
- 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 and Engineering Technology
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
School of Electrical Systems and Engineering Technology
- Computer Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
- Telecommunication Engineering
Programme With 200 Minimum JAMB Score
| Programme | College |
|---|---|
| MBBS | College of Medicine |
Direct Entry Requirement
Direct Entry candidates must possess any of the following qualifications in relevant subjects or disciplines:
- A’Level
- OND
- HND
- First Degree
Nature of Screening
The 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening exercise will be based on:
- Verified JAMB scores.
- O’Level results uploaded on JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
Important Notices
Candidates must ensure that:
- Their details on JAMB CAPS match the details on the Post-UTME application portal.
- They use their correct JAMB Registration Number.
- They use their correct date of birth.
- They use their correct state of origin.
- Their department of choice on JAMB CAPS is the same as the department selected on the Post-UTME application portal.
- They provide a valid mobile number.
- They provide a functional email address.
Only candidates whose departments of choice on JAMB CAPS match the departments selected on their Post-UTME application will be considered for admission.
O’Level Result Upload Deadline
Candidates must upload their O’Level results on JAMB CAPS not later than 17th August 2026.
Admission Consideration
Only candidates who meet the following conditions will be considered for admission:
- Successfully submit their applications.
- Upload their O’Level results on JAMB CAPS on or before the deadline.
Extra Notice for Direct Entry Candidates
Direct Entry candidates must ensure that:
- Their certificate is verified by the awarding institution on JAMB CAPS.
- Their academic transcript reaches the Registrar, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Owerri, Imo State.
- The transcript reaches the Registrar not later than 17th August 2026.
Only Direct Entry candidates whose academic transcripts reach the Registrar on or before the deadline will be considered for admission.
How to Register
Follow the steps below to complete your registration:
- Visit the University website:
www.futo.edu.ng - Click on Prospective Students.
- Click on Undergraduate.
- Alternatively, use the direct application portal:
https://portal.futo.edu.ng/#undergraduate - Click on Generate Invoice.
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- Generate your payment invoice.
- The payment invoice will contain your Remita Retrieval Reference Number (RRR).
- Proceed to any bank with the payment invoice.
- Alternatively, pay with your ATM card.
- Return to the application portal:
https://portal.futo.edu.ng/#undergraduate - Click on Application Form.
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- Click on Login.
- Proceed with the completion of the form.
- Correctly enter all required details.
- Confirm your entries.
- Submit your application.
- Print out your acknowledgement slip.
- Await further communication from the University.
Very Important
Your application is completed only when you click Submit.
Contact Information
| Contact Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Support Email | ict@futo.edu.ng |
| Hotline | 08139833300 |
