The Federal University Dutse (FUDUTSE), Jigawa State, has released admission guidelines for candidates seeking admission into its newly approved undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The screening exercise is open to qualified candidates who participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The new programmes cover Computing, Education, Basic Medical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Life Sciences.
Candidates are required to meet the minimum UTME cut-off mark for their chosen programme, possess the relevant O’Level qualifications and complete the university’s online Post-UTME screening.
The screening fee is ₦3,000, excluding applicable bank charges, and the published application deadline is Friday, 30 October 2026.
Applicants should confirm that their preferred programme is available on the university’s screening portal and JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) before completing their applications.
FUDUTSE Admission Guidelines 2026/2027: Overview
- Institution: Federal University Dutse (FUDUTSE)
- Academic Session: 2026/2027
- Admission Category: Newly approved undergraduate programmes
- Eligible Candidates: Candidates who participated in the 2026 UTME
- Screening Method: Online Post-UTME screening
- Screening Fee: ₦3,000, excluding bank charges
- Application Deadline: Friday, 30 October 2026
- Official Website: www.fud.edu.ng
- Post-UTME Portal: https://www.putme.fud.edu.ng
List of Newly Approved FUDUTSE Programmes and Cut-Off Marks
The university has listed 22 newly approved undergraduate programmes across five faculties, with minimum UTME scores of 150 or 180 depending on the course.
Faculty of Computing
| Programme | Minimum UTME Score |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence | 150 |
| B.Sc. Data Science | 150 |
| B.Sc. Information Systems | 150 |
Faculty of Education
| Programme | Minimum UTME Score |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Ed. Physics | 150 |
| B.Sc. Ed. Biology | 150 |
| B.Sc. Ed. Mathematics | 150 |
| B.Ed. Educational Management | 150 |
| B.Ed. Early Childhood Education | 150 |
| B.Ed. Adult Education | 150 |
| B.A. Ed. Arabic | 150 |
| B.A. Ed. English | 150 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
| Programme | Minimum UTME Score |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Community Health | 150 |
| B.MLS. Medical Laboratory Science | 180 |
| B.Sc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 150 |
| D.PT. Physiotherapy | 180 |
| B.Rad. Radiography | 180 |
| O.T. Optometry | 180 |
Faculty of Physical Sciences
| Programme | Minimum UTME Score |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Environmental Standards | 150 |
| B.Sc. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | 150 |
| B.Sc. Applied Geology and Remote Sensing | 150 |
Faculty of Life Science
| Programme | Minimum UTME Score |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Parasitology and Entomology | 150 |
| B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology | 150 |
Candidates should note that meeting the minimum UTME score does not guarantee admission. Applicants must also satisfy the O’Level requirements, UTME subject combinations and any additional conditions prescribed for their selected programmes.
FUDUTSE Admission Eligibility Requirements
Candidates seeking admission into the newly approved programmes must satisfy the following conditions:
- They must have participated in the 2026 UTME.
- They must have selected Federal University Dutse as their first-choice institution or complete the required change of institution through JAMB.
- They must meet the minimum UTME cut-off mark for their preferred programme.
- They must possess at least five relevant O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics where required.
- Their O’Level results must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
- They must satisfy the specific UTME subject combination and other admission requirements for their chosen programme.
- They must complete the compulsory online Post-UTME screening exercise.
- Their chosen programmes must be available for selection on the university’s screening portal and JAMB CAPS.
Candidates should carefully check their qualifications before applying, particularly those seeking admission into medical and science-related programmes.
FUDUTSE Post-UTME Screening Fee 2026/2027
The online screening fee is ₦3,000, excluding applicable bank charges.
Applicants are required to generate a payment invoice and Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number through the official screening portal. Payment should be made through the approved channels.
Candidates should retain their payment receipts and screening acknowledgement slips after completing the application. They should not transfer money to individuals claiming to offer guaranteed admission.
How to Apply for FUDUTSE Newly Approved Programmes
Eligible candidates should follow these steps to complete the online screening registration.
Step 1: Visit the Official Screening Portal
Go to the Federal University Dutse Post-UTME portal:
Ensure that the website address is correct before entering personal information.
Step 2: Log In
Use your UTME registration number and state of origin as instructed by the portal to access the application system.
Step 3: Update Your Personal Information
Review and update your personal details, including your date of birth, email address, telephone number, state of origin and local government area.
Make sure the information provided is accurate and consistent with your official records.
Step 4: Select Your Preferred Programme
Choose the newly approved programme for which you meet the admission requirements.
Check the programme’s UTME cut-off mark and subject combination before proceeding. Confirm that it is available on the university portal and JAMB CAPS.
Step 5: Generate Your Payment Invoice
Generate the screening payment invoice and RRR number through the official portal.
Step 6: Pay the Screening Fee
Pay the prescribed ₦3,000 screening fee through an approved payment channel. Applicable bank charges may apply.
Keep your payment receipt as evidence of the transaction.
Step 7: Complete the Screening Form
Return to the screening portal after payment and complete the online application form.
Step 8: Upload the Required Documents
Upload clear and verifiable copies of the required documents, including:
- O’Level results, such as WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or an accepted equivalent.
- JAMB UTME result slip or registration slip.
- A recent passport-size photograph.
- Any other documents requested by the university.
Ensure that your O’Level results are also uploaded to JAMB as required for admission processing.
Step 9: Review and Submit
Check all information and uploaded documents before submitting the application. Incorrect personal details or inaccurate academic records may affect your admission consideration.
Step 10: Print Your Acknowledgement Slip
Print the completed screening acknowledgement slip and retain it alongside your payment receipt and JAMB documents.
Important Notice About FUDUTSE Law Admission
Candidates interested in the newly approved LL.B. Common and Islamic Law programme should take special note of the university’s announcement.
The published admission notice states that the university is awaiting approval from the Council of Legal Education before commencing the programme. Further details are expected to be announced when the process is concluded.
Candidates should therefore not assume that Law admission is currently open under this screening exercise. They should check the university’s official announcements before making any application or payment related to the programme.
Important Information for Applicants
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- Confirm that the chosen programme is available on the FUDUTSE Post-UTME portal and JAMB CAPS.
- Check the required UTME score and subject combination before selecting a course.
- Ensure that O’Level results are correctly uploaded and available for admission processing.
- Use only the official university screening portal to complete registration.
- Keep copies of payment receipts, the JAMB result slip and the screening acknowledgement slip.
- Monitor official university announcements for any changes to the screening deadline or programme availability.
FUDUTSE Admission Screening Deadline
The published deadline for the online screening exercise is Friday, 30 October 2026.
Candidates who intend to apply should complete the process before the deadline rather than wait until the final day. They should also allow enough time to resolve payment or portal-related issues.
Since the newly approved programmes are subject to their availability on JAMB CAPS and applicable final approvals, candidates should verify their preferred course before submitting an application.
How to Get More Information
For further details, candidates should visit the Federal University Dutse official website at:
The online screening portal is:
Applicants should rely on official university announcements for updates concerning programme availability, screening procedures and admission decisions.
Conclusion
Federal University Dutse has announced its admission guidelines for 22 newly approved undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. The programmes include Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Education courses, Community Health, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Optometry and other science-related disciplines.
The minimum UTME score is 150 for most of the listed programmes and 180 for Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography and Optometry. Applicants must also satisfy the required O’Level and subject combination conditions.
The screening fee is ₦3,000, excluding bank charges, and the published deadline is Friday, 30 October 2026.
Interested candidates should complete their applications through the official FUDUTSE Post-UTME portal and verify programme availability before applying. Applicants interested in Law should wait for the university’s official confirmation that the programme is ready to commence.
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