"The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has announced a supplementary screening exercise for UTME candidates seeking admission for the 2026/2027 academic session. The exercise is specifically for available undergraduate courses that have not yet been fully filled, according to the universityโs clarification. (FUTA) has opened an additional Post-UTME screening exercise for the 2026/2027 academic session, covering selected available programmes across 10 schools. Eligible 2026 UTME candidates with a minimum score of 180 can apply, with screening scheduled from September 17 to October 2, 2026. Candidates who previously registered can also update their course choice to one of the listed programmes without making another payment."
๐ FUTA Opens Additional 2026/2027 Post-UTME Screening for Available Courses
Published: September 16, 2026 | Source: CampusAI News
๐ Overview
The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has announced an additional Post-UTME screening exercise for candidates seeking admission into available programmes for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The exercise covers selected programmes across 10 schools, including Agriculture, Basic Medical Sciences, Earth and Mineral Sciences, Engineering, Environmental Technology, Life Sciences, Logistics and Innovation Technology, Physical Sciences, and Science and Technology Education.
The screening will run from Thursday, September 17 to Friday, October 2, 2026.
Importantly, FUTA has set the screening fee at โฆ2,000, while candidates who previously paid and registered for the university's Post-UTME screening are not required to pay again.
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FUTA Additional Screening: Key Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| ๐ Academic Session | 2026/2027 |
| ๐ Exercise | Additional Post-UTME Screening |
| โถ๏ธ Start Date | September 17, 2026 |
| โฐ Closing Date | October 2, 2026 |
| ๐ฏ Minimum UTME Score | 180 |
| ๐ซ Required Choice | FUTA must be First Choice |
| ๐ฐ Screening Fee | โฆ2,000 |
| ๐ Minimum Age | 16 years by September 30, 2026 |
๐ฏ Who Can Apply?
According to the notice signed by C. O. Adeleye, Registrar, candidates must:
- Score at least 180 in the 2026 UTME conducted by JAMB.
- Have FUTA as their First Choice Institution.
- Possess at least five O'Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Obtain the required O'Level credits in not more than two sittings.
- Have results from WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or an equivalent examination.
- Ensure their UTME subject combination corresponds with the requirements of the programme they are applying for.
- Be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2026.
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๐ Full List of Available Courses
๐งโ๐พ School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT)
- Agricultural Extension and Communication Technology
- Animal Production and Health
- Crops, Soil and Pests Management
- Ecotourism and Wildlife Management
- Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology
- Forestry and Wood Technology
๐ฉบ School of Basic Medical Sciences (SBMS)
๐ School of Earth and Mineral Sciences (SEMS)
- Applied Geology
- Applied Geophysics
- Marine Science Technology
- Meteorology and Climate Science
- Remote Sensing and Geo-science
โ๏ธ School of Infrastructure, Minerals and Manufacturing Engineering (SIMME)
- Agricultural Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
๐งฌ School of Electrical Systems Engineering (SESE)
๐๏ธ School of Environmental Technology (SET)
- Estate Management
- Environmental Management Technology
- Industrial Design
- Quantity Surveying
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Textile Design Technology
๐งช School of Life Sciences (SLS)
- Animal and Environmental Biology
- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Plant Management Biology
- Microbiology
๐ฆ School of Logistics and Innovation Technology (SLIT)
- Project Management Technology
- Logistics and Transport Technology
- Entrepreneurship
- Procurement Management
- Financial Technology
๐ฌ School of Physical Sciences (SPS)
- Chemistry
- Mathematical Science
- Physics
- Statistics
๐ School of Science and Technology Education (SSTE)
- Education Technology
- Library and Information Science
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๐ฐ FUTA Post-UTME Screening Fee
The screening fee for the additional exercise is โฆ2,000.
The fee is payable at any bank through the Remita platform after generating the necessary payment code.
Already Paid and Registered?
Candidates who previously made payment and registered for FUTA's Post-UTME screening exercise are not required to make another payment.
This also applies to candidates who previously registered but now want to change to one of the newly listed available programmes.
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๐ Already Registered? You Can Change Your Course
Candidates who had earlier registered for FUTA's screening exercise but now wish to change to any of the listed programmes can update their screening portal to reflect the new course.
No additional payment is required for such candidates.
Candidates should ensure that the new programme is compatible with their UTME subject combination and O'Level requirements.
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๐ How to Apply
Eligible candidates are required to:
1. Visit the official FUTA website: https://www.futa.edu.ng
2. Complete and submit the Post-UTME Application Form online.
3. Pay the โฆ2,000 screening fee through Remita, where applicable.
4. Complete the online registration after payment.
5. Print a copy of the Registration Form.
Candidates must correctly provide their JAMB Registration Number and full name exactly as they appear on their JAMB slip during payment and registration.
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โ ๏ธ Registration Is Mandatory
FUTA stated that completion of the Registration Form is mandatory for eligible candidates participating in the screening exercise.
Candidates who fail to register within the stipulated period will not be eligible for the screening.
The university also stated that candidates who are not screened will not be considered for admission.
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๐ O'Level Result Upload and Verification
Candidates must ensure that their O'Level results are:
- Uploaded on JAMB CAPS, or
- Verified through the JAMB verification portal.
FUTA stated that failure to complete this requirement will render affected candidates
ineligible for admission.
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๐ FUTA Minimum Age Requirement
Candidates seeking admission through the 2026/2027 exercise must have reached the age of 16 years by September 30, 2026.
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๐ Important Points for Candidates
Before applying or updating their course choice, candidates should confirm that:
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Their 2026 UTME score is at least 180.
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FUTA is their First Choice Institution.
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They have the required five O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.
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Their O'Level results are from not more than two sittings.
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Their UTME subject combination matches their intended programme.
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Their O'Level results have been uploaded or verified through JAMB.
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They meet the 16-year age requirement by September 30.
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They complete registration before October 2, 2026.
- ๐ฐ New applicants pay the โฆ2,000 screening fee through Remita.
- ๐ Previously registered candidates changing to a listed available programme do not pay again.
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๐ซ What the Additional Screening Means
The additional screening provides eligible 2026 UTME candidates with an opportunity to apply for admission into the programmes listed by FUTA as available for the 2026/2027 academic session.
Candidates considering a course change should first confirm that they meet the requirements for the programme and that their UTME subject combination is appropriate.
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๐ Official FUTA Information
Candidates should visit the university's official website for detailed information and registration instructions:
FUTA Official Website: https://www.futa.edu.ng
For enquiries and clarification, FUTA listed the following telephone numbers:
- +2348062484770
- +2347062320151
- +2348034277322
- +2348034655619
- +2348126049786
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> ๐ Editor's Note: This update is based on the FUTA Office of the Registrar's notice on additional screening of UTME candidates for available courses for the 2026/2027 undergraduate admissions. The notice is signed by C. O. Adeleye, Registrar. Candidates should use FUTA's official website and admission portal for registration and subsequent instructions.