Are you pondering your next academic step and aspiring to join a prestigious technological institution? Could Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) be the right fit for your ambitions? With a deadline quickly approaching, the university has rolled out its application guidelines for the 2023/2024 Post-UTME and Direct Entry admissions, and here’s what prospective students need to know. Scroll down to read in details
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) cordially invites applications from candidates possessing suitable qualifications for enrolment into its undergraduate programmes for the 2023/2024 academic calendar.
📆 Dates | Application period from 1st to 30th September 2023 |
🎓 Eligibility | Minimum of 160 in UTME or relevant qualifications in Direct Entry |
📝 Application | Online via the university’s official website |
💰 Fee | Two Thousand Naira (N2,000.00) processing fee |
📱 Contact | E-Mail: [email protected]; Hotline: 08139833300 |
📂 Documents | O’Level credentials, academic transcripts (for Direct Entry) |
⚠️ Note | Deadline for O’Level results upload: 30th September 2023 |
📚 Support | Additional support available via e-mail and hotline |
Application Timelines: Key Dates for FUTO Post-UTME and Direct Entry
Contents
The application window for the Post-UTME screening exercise at FUTO officially opens on 1 September 2023 and will conclude on 30 September 2023.
FUTO Admission Requirements: Criteria for Post-UTME and Direct Entry Candidates
For Post-UTME Aspirants
Candidates seeking admission through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) must have attained a minimum score of 160.
For Direct Entry Applicants
Those applying for Direct Entry must be in possession of an OND, HND, First Degree or an A’ Level qualification in a discipline and subjects germane to their chosen field of study.
Special Provision for Non-First Choice Candidates
Candidates who initially did not select FUTO as their institution of first choice but have scored a minimum of 160 in their UTME can also apply. However, they must first amend their choice of institution via the JAMB website: Change of Institution.
The Application Procedure: A Step-By-Step Guide to FUTO Post-UTME Registration
Payment and Registration Steps
Eligible candidates must first pay a processing fee of Two Thousand Naira (N2,000.00). Below are the steps to facilitate your application:
- Visit FUTO’s official website: FUTO Website
- Navigate to the ‘Prospective Students’ section.
- Select the ‘2023/2024 POST-UTME/Direct Entry Application’ link.
- Input your JAMB Registration Number to generate a Payment Invoice containing the Remita Retrieval Reference Number (RRR).
- Take the invoice to any bank for payment or complete the transaction using an ATM card.
- Return to the application webpage and re-enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- Complete the application form diligently.
- Accurately enter your O’Level results.
- Review all entries for accuracy.
- Finalise and submit your application.
- Print the acknowledgment slip for your records.
- Await further communication from FUTO.
Additional Instructions for Uploading Credentials
Candidates who successfully complete the registration process will be granted a link to upload their O’Level credentials for the screening exercise.
Nature and Structure of the Screening Exercise
Basis of Assessment
The Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening for the 2023/2024 academic session will be contingent on validated JAMB scores and WAEC/GCE/NECO results uploaded on JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
Important Notes and Deadlines
- Contact Details: Valid mobile numbers and email addresses are mandatory for effective communication.
- O’Level Result Upload Deadline: All O’Level results must be uploaded on the JAMB Portal by no later than 30 September 2023.
- Late Registration: Registrations after the stipulated timeline will not be accommodated.
- Application Submission: Only candidates who successfully complete the online application will be considered for admission.
For Direct Entry Candidates
Transcript Submission: Ensure your academic transcript reaches The Registrar, Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Imo State, by 30 September 2023. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
Support and Contact Information
For any technical support or queries, kindly reach out via:
- E-mail: [email protected]
- Hotline: 08139833300
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