The Federal University Dutse (FUDUTSE), Jigawa State, has announced the minimum UTME cut-off marks for its 22 newly approved undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session. The published marks are 150 for most programmes and 180 for four health-related programmes, namely Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography and Optometry.
The newly approved programmes span the Faculties of Computing, Education, Basic Medical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Life Sciences. They include Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Community Health, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Science Laboratory Technology and other specialised courses.
Candidates who scored the required UTME mark can review the programme-by-programme list below to determine whether they meet the minimum score for their preferred course.
FUDUTSE Newly Approved Programmes and Cut-Off Marks 2026/2027
Faculty of Computing
The Faculty of Computing has three newly approved programmes. Each programme requires a minimum UTME score of 150.
| Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Artificial Intelligence | 150 |
| B.Sc. Data Science | 150 |
| B.Sc. Information Systems | 150 |
Candidates interested in technology-related courses should also confirm the required UTME subject combination and O’Level credits for their chosen programme.
Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education has eight newly approved programmes, with a minimum UTME cut-off mark of 150 for each course.
| Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Candidates who meet the minimum score should check the subject requirements for their intended education programme before completing their screening registration.
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
The newly approved programmes in the Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences have different minimum UTME requirements. Community Health and Human Nutrition and Dietetics require 150, while four other programmes require 180.
| Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| 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 |
Candidates interested in Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography or Optometry must score at least 180 in the UTME to meet the published minimum requirement for these programmes.
Meeting the cut-off mark alone does not guarantee admission. Applicants must also satisfy the relevant subject combination, O’Level and other university admission requirements.
Faculty of Physical Sciences
The Faculty of Physical Sciences has three newly approved programmes, each with a minimum UTME cut-off mark of 150.
| Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Environmental Standards | 150 |
| B.Sc. Water, Sanitation and Hygiene | 150 |
| B.Sc. Applied Geology and Remote Sensing | 150 |
Candidates should confirm the required science subjects and O’Level qualifications for their chosen programme before applying.
Faculty of Life Sciences
The Faculty of Life Sciences has two newly approved programmes. Both require a minimum UTME score of 150.
| Programme | UTME Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Parasitology and Entomology | 150 |
| B.Sc. Science Laboratory Technology | 150 |
Applicants should check the university’s admission requirements to confirm that their UTME subject combination and O’Level results are suitable for their intended course.
Summary of FUDUTSE Cut-Off Marks for New Programmes
The published requirements can be summarised as follows:
- Minimum cut-off mark of 150: Most newly approved programmes across Computing, Education, Basic Medical Sciences, Physical Sciences and Life Sciences.
- Minimum cut-off mark of 180: Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography and Optometry.
- Total number of newly approved programmes listed: 22.
These are the published minimum UTME scores for the listed courses. The university may apply additional admission requirements during screening and admission processing.
FUDUTSE Admission Requirements for Newly Approved Programmes
Candidates interested in these programmes should ensure that they satisfy the university’s admission conditions.
The key requirements include:
- Participation in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
- Meeting the minimum UTME cut-off mark for the preferred programme.
- Possessing at least five relevant O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics where required.
- Meeting the prescribed UTME subject combination for the chosen course.
- Completing the university’s online Post-UTME screening exercise.
- Ensuring that the selected programme is available for application and admission processing.
Candidates should verify the specific O’Level and subject requirements for their preferred programme because requirements may differ between courses.
How to Apply for FUDUTSE Post-UTME Screening 2026/2027
Candidates who meet the minimum requirements can complete the university’s online screening process by following these steps.
Step 1: Visit the Official Screening Portal
Go to the Federal University Dutse Post-UTME portal:
Step 2: Log In
Enter your UTME registration number as your username and your state of origin as your password, following the instructions provided on the portal.
Step 3: Update Your Personal Information
Review and update your biodata, including your date of birth, email address, telephone number and other requested details.
Step 4: Generate a Payment Invoice
Generate your screening invoice and Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number through the portal.
Step 5: Pay the Screening Fee
The published online screening fee is ₦3,000, excluding applicable bank charges. Payment can be made through an accepted debit card or at a commercial bank using the generated RRR.
Step 6: Upload Your Results and Documents
Update your O’Level results and upload the required documents, including your authentic examination results and a recent passport photograph. Direct Entry applicants should also provide the relevant A’Level qualifications where applicable.
Step 7: Print Your Acknowledgement Slip
After completing the application, print your acknowledgement and payment slips and keep them for future reference.
Applicants should follow the instructions displayed on the official portal and ensure that all information submitted is accurate.
FUDUTSE Post-UTME Screening Deadline
The university’s screening portal lists 30 October 2026 as the closing date for the 2026/2027 online screening exercise.
Candidates who intend to apply for the newly approved programmes should complete the process before the deadline. They should also verify that their chosen programme is available on the portal and that they meet the relevant admission requirements.
Important Information for Candidates
Candidates should keep the following points in mind:
- Meeting the cut-off mark does not automatically guarantee admission.
- The required UTME subject combination and O’Level credits are important parts of the admission process.
- Candidates should confirm the availability of their preferred programme before paying the screening fee.
- Applicants should use the official university screening portal and retain their payment receipts.
- Any subsequent changes to admission requirements or deadlines should be confirmed through official university announcements.
Where to Check Official FUDUTSE Admission Information
Candidates can visit the Federal University Dutse website at https://www.fud.edu.ng for university announcements.
The online screening portal is available at https://putme.fud.edu.ng.
Applicants should use these official platforms to check programme availability, complete screening registration and obtain updates on the admission process.
Conclusion
The Federal University Dutse has listed 22 newly approved undergraduate programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session, with minimum UTME cut-off marks of 150 or 180 depending on the course.
Most programmes require 150, while Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography and Optometry require 180. Candidates must also meet the relevant O’Level, UTME subject combination and screening requirements.
Interested applicants should check the full programme list, confirm their eligibility and complete the online screening process before the published deadline of 30 October 2026.
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