The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has announced the commencement of its 2026/2027 Supplementary Post-UTME Screening Exercise for candidates seeking admission into the university.
The supplementary screening is open to eligible candidates who selected FUTO as their first-choice institution in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Candidates who did not initially choose FUTO but meet the required UTME score can also apply after changing their institution to FUTO on the JAMB CAPS.
The FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME application portal will open on Thursday, September 24, 2026, and close on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Interested candidates are advised to carefully review the eligibility requirements, programme-specific JAMB scores, application fees, and registration procedures before applying.
FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the FUTO 2026/2027 Supplementary Screening Exercise, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Candidates must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2026.
- Candidates must have selected FUTO as their first-choice university in the 2026 UTME.
- Candidates who did not originally choose FUTO as their first choice but scored at least 150 in UTME may apply, provided they change their institution to FUTO through the JAMB CAPS before completing the application.
- Candidates must have the correct JAMB subject combination prescribed for their chosen programme according to the JAMB brochure.
- Candidates must possess at least five O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, plus three other relevant subjects required for their chosen programme.
- The required O’Level credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings.
- Candidates must have scored at least 150 in the 2026 UTME, subject to the specific minimum score required for their chosen programme.
FUTO Supplementary JAMB Cut-Off Marks and Available Programmes
The minimum UTME score for the FUTO supplementary screening varies according to the programme.
Programmes Requiring a Minimum JAMB Score of 150
School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
- Agribusiness
- Agricultural Economics
- Agricultural Extension
- Animal Science and Technology
- Crop Science and Technology
- Soil Science and Technology
- Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology
- Forestry and Wildlife Technology
School of Biological Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biological Science
- Biotechnology
- Forensic Science
School of Environmental Sciences
- Environmental Management
- Estate Management and Valuation
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Quantity Surveying
School of Logistics and Innovation Technology
- Logistics and Transport Technology
- Entrepreneurship Studies and Innovation
- Project Management Technology
- Supply Chain Management
- Maritime Science and Technology
- Finance and Innovation Technology
School of Health Technology
- Environmental Health Science
School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Polymer and Textile Engineering
- Food Science and Technology
School of Physical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Geology
- Statistics
Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Procurement, Environment and Social Standard
- Environmental Sustainability
- Procurement Management
- Sustainable Social Development
Programmes Requiring a Minimum JAMB Score of 170
School of Information and Communication Technology
- Information Technology
School of Environmental Sciences
- Architecture
School of Engineering and Engineering Technology
- Chemical Engineering
School of Electrical Systems and Engineering Technology
- Electronics Engineering
- Telecommunication Engineering
FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME Application Fee
Eligible candidates are required to pay an application fee depending on whether they previously applied for the FUTO Post-UTME screening exercise.
- ₦18,000 – Candidates who previously applied for the Post-UTME Screening Exercise.
- ₦20,000 – Fresh applicants.
Payment can be made using the payment options provided through the university’s application portal.
Nature of the FUTO 2026/2027 Supplementary Screening
According to the university, the 2026/2027 Post-UTME Screening Exercise will be based on candidates’ verified JAMB scores and O’Level results uploaded to the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS).
Candidates are therefore advised to ensure that their JAMB and O’Level information is accurate and up to date before completing their applications.
Important Information for FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME Applicants
Candidates should take note of the following:
- Ensure that the information on your JAMB CAPS matches the details provided on the FUTO application portal.
- Enter your correct JAMB Registration Number, date of birth, state of origin, and other required information.
- Provide a valid mobile phone number and email address, as the university may use them for further communication.
- Candidates must upload their O’Level results to JAMB CAPS on or before Thursday, October 8, 2026.
- After entering or uploading the O’Level result, candidates should click “Refresh” to ensure the result is properly reflected on CAPS.
- Candidates who fail to complete their registration within the stipulated period will not be considered for the screening exercise.
- Only candidates who successfully complete and submit their applications online will be considered for admission.
How to Apply for FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME 2026/2027
Eligible candidates can complete their registration by following the steps below:
Step 1: Visit the FUTO Website
Visit the official Federal University of Technology, Owerri website and navigate to Prospective Students → Undergraduate.
Alternatively, candidates can access the undergraduate application portal directly through:
Step 2: Generate Payment Invoice
Click on “Generate Invoice” and enter your JAMB Registration Number.
A payment invoice containing your Remita Retrieval Reference Number (RRR) will be generated.
Step 3: Make Payment
Proceed to any designated bank with the payment invoice to make payment, or pay online using your ATM card.
Step 4: Return to the Application Portal
After making payment, return to:
Click on “Application Form.”
Step 5: Log In
Enter your JAMB Registration Number and click “Login.”
Step 6: Complete the Application Form
Fill in all the required information carefully. Ensure that your personal details, JAMB information, programme of choice, and O’Level results are correctly entered.
Step 7: Review and Submit
Carefully review all the information provided before submitting the application.
Important: Your application is only considered completed after you click the “Submit” button.
Step 8: Print Your Acknowledgement Slip
After successfully submitting the application, print your acknowledgement slip and keep it for future reference.
Candidates should then await further communication from the university.
FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME Application Deadline
The FUTO 2026/2027 Supplementary Post-UTME application portal is scheduled to close on Thursday, October 8, 2026.
Candidates are advised not to wait until the deadline before completing their registration, as applications submitted after the stipulated period will not be considered.
FUTO Post-UTME Support Contact
Candidates who require assistance with the application can contact the university through:
Email: [email protected]
Hotline: 08139833300
Final Note
Candidates interested in the FUTO 2026/2027 Supplementary Post-UTME Screening Exercise should ensure they meet the age, UTME score, O’Level, and JAMB subject combination requirements before applying.
Candidates who initially selected another institution can also be considered if they meet the requirements and successfully change their institution to FUTO through JAMB CAPS.
The application deadline is October 8, 2026, and eligible candidates are encouraged to complete their applications before the deadline.
