The Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) has released the cut-off marks and screening details for its 2026/2027 admission exercise.
If you sat for the 2026 UTME and chose FUTMINNA as your first choice, this guide breaks down the general and departmental cut-off marks, eligibility rules, screening fee, and the questions candidates ask most, all explained in simple terms.
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What Is the FUTMINNA Cut-Off Mark?
The cut-off mark is the minimum UTME score a candidate needs to be considered eligible for FUTMINNA’s Pre-Admission Screening Exercise, commonly called UPASE (University Pre-Admission Screening Exercise).
Meeting the cut-off mark for your chosen course does not guarantee admission; it simply means you qualify to proceed to the screening stage, after which departmental ranking, O’Level results, and other admission conditions come into play.
General Cut-Off Mark for 2026/2027
According to the university’s official notice for the 2026/2027 Registration/Pre-Admission Screening Exercise, UTME candidates generally need a minimum score of 150 to be eligible, except for courses where a higher departmental cut-off mark has been specifically indicated on the university’s website.
This 150 baseline is the entry threshold for most standard undergraduate programmes at FUTMINNA, while more competitive or specialised courses carry higher requirements.
Different education blogs report slightly different “general” cut-off figures for FUTMINNA; some cite 150, others cite 170 or 180.
Based on the university’s official screening notice, 150 is the confirmed baseline minimum, and candidates should treat any other figure as an estimate, a generalised departmental cut-off, or outdated information from a previous session.
When in doubt, the safest reference point is the official FUTMINNA website or the UPASE portal.
Cut-Off Marks for Newly Approved Programmes
FUTMINNA has also released specific cut-off marks for its newly approved degree programmes for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.
These include:
- Artificial Intelligence — JAMB cut-off mark of 200
- Intelligence and Security Studies — JAMB cut-off mark of 170
- Nuclear Engineering — JAMB cut-off mark of 180
- Mining Engineering — JAMB cut-off mark of 170
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene — JAMB cut-off mark of 170
- Nuclear Science — JAMB cut-off mark of 180
These programmes sit under specialised schools such as the School of Information and Communications Technology (SICT), reflecting FUTMINNA’s continued expansion into emerging technology and specialised technical fields.
Cut-Off Marks for Medical and Health-Related Programmes
FUTMINNA’s medical and health science programmes typically carry some of the highest cut-off marks in the university, given how competitive these courses are nationally.
Based on the university’s recent screening notices for its Medical and Health programmes, indicative cut-off marks have included:
- Medicine & Surgery — 250
- Nursing Science — 230
- Medical Laboratory Science — 230
- Doctor of Pharmacy — 230
- Human Anatomy — 170
- Human Physiology — 170
Candidates interested in these programmes should confirm the exact current cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 cycle on the official FUTMINNA website, since medical and health science admission requirements are reviewed regularly and can shift between sessions.
Eligibility Requirements Beyond the Cut-Off Mark
Meeting the UTME score threshold is only one part of the eligibility picture.
FUTMINNA’s official screening guidelines also require candidates to meet the following:
- Only UTME and Direct Entry (DE) candidates who selected FUTMINNA as their first choice are eligible for the screening exercise.
- Candidates must have at least five O’Level credits, including Mathematics and English Language, in subjects relevant to their proposed course, obtained in no more than two sittings.
- Direct Entry candidates must possess a minimum of Lower Credit at National Diploma and/or Higher National Diploma level, or a Merit grade at NCE level.
- Candidates who meet the minimum UTME score of 150 but do not have the correct UTME or O’Level subject combination for their chosen course are permitted to change to any other course whose requirements they do meet.
- Candidates still awaiting their O’Level results should proceed with their application and upload their results as soon as they become available.
All candidates are strongly advised to ensure their O’Level results are correctly uploaded on the JAMB CAPS platform, since this is a key part of the verification process during screening.
UPASE Screening Dates and Fee for 2026/2027
The university’s Registration/Pre-Admission Screening Exercise (UPASE) for the 2026/2027 academic session runs from Monday, 15th June 2026, and closes at midnight on Sunday, 9th August 2026.
The screening fee is a non-refundable ₦2,000, payable exclusively through REMITA, in line with the university’s official payment channel.
How to Apply for FUTMINNA UPASE Screening
The general application process follows this pattern:
- Confirm your UTME score meets the general 150 cut-off, or the specific higher mark set for your intended course.
- Visit the official FUTMINNA website (futminna.edu.ng) or go directly to the UPASE application portal.
- Enter your JAMB registration number and UTME score to verify your eligibility.
- Generate a REMITA invoice and pay the ₦2,000 screening fee.
- Return to the portal to complete your registration form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Enter your O’Level details exactly as they appear on your JAMB CAPS profile.
- Review all entered information carefully, then submit your application.
- Download and print your UPASE registration slip for your records, as you may need it for later stages of the admission process.
Tips to Improve Your Admission Chances
- Aim well above the stated cut-off mark for your course, especially for competitive programmes such as engineering, computer science, and medical/health sciences, where the general minimum is often not enough to secure a spot after departmental ranking.
- Double-check your UTME and O’Level subject combination against the specific requirements for your chosen course before applying, since a mismatch can lead to disqualification even if your score is high enough.
- If your subject combination doesn’t match your first course choice, take advantage of FUTMINNA’s stated policy allowing eligible candidates to change to a course whose requirements they do meet, rather than leaving your application incomplete.
- Complete your JAMB CAPS O’Level upload early, since incomplete or missing O’Level data can delay or affect your screening outcome.
- Keep your REMITA payment receipt and UPASE registration slip safe, as you are likely to need them for verification at later admission stages.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the general FUTMINNA cut-off mark for 2026/2027?
The official general minimum is 150, according to FUTMINNA’s own Pre-Admission Screening notice, except for courses with a higher departmental cut-off mark.
2. Why do some websites say the FUTMINNA cut-off mark is 170 or 180?
This is likely because those figures refer to the departmental cut-off marks of specific competitive courses, or reflect information from an earlier admission cycle, rather than the current general baseline of 150.
3. What is UPASE?
UPASE stands for University’s Pre-Admission Screening Exercise : FUTMINNA’s official screening process for candidates who scored at or above the required cut-off mark and chose the university as their first choice.
4. When does the 2026/2027 UPASE screening close?
The screening exercise runs from Monday, 15th June 2026, and ends at midnight on Sunday, 9th August 2026.
5. How much is the FUTMINNA screening fee, and how do I pay it?
The fee is ₦2,000, non-refundable, and payable exclusively through REMITA on the official UPASE portal.
6. Can I still apply if FUTMINNA was my second choice in JAMB?
No. Only candidates who selected FUTMINNA as their first choice during UTME or Direct Entry registration are eligible for the screening exercise.
7. What happens if my UTME subject combination doesn’t match my chosen course?
FUTMINNA allows eligible candidates who meet the minimum score but not the correct subject combination for their chosen course to change to another course whose requirements they do meet.
8. Can Direct Entry candidates apply, and what do they need?
Yes. Direct Entry candidates must have a minimum of Lower Credit at ND/HND level, or a Merit grade at NCE level, and meet the relevant O’Level requirements.
9. What is the cut-off mark for the newly approved Artificial Intelligence programme?
The cut-off mark for Artificial Intelligence for the 2026/2027 session is 200, one of the higher marks among the university’s newly approved programmes.
10. Who do I contact if I have questions about my UPASE registration?
Direct enquiries to infoupase@futminna.edu.ng or call the official contact numbers published on the FUTMINNA UPASE screening notice, rather than relying on unofficial sources.
Final Thoughts
The FUTMINNA cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 admission exercise range from a general baseline of 150 up to 250 for the most competitive medical programmes, depending on the course.
Since meeting the cut-off mark only gets you into the screening pool rather than guaranteeing admission, candidates should aim comfortably above the stated threshold for their course, ensure their O’Level and UTME subject combinations line up correctly, and complete their UPASE registration well before the 9th August 2026 deadline through the official FUTMINNA portal.
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