FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY, OWERRI OPENS JUPEB ADMISSION FOR 2026/2027 ACADEMIC SESSION
The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has officially commenced the sale of application forms for admission into its 2026/2027 Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) Foundation School (JFS) Programme.
The one-year foundation programme is designed to prepare qualified candidates for Direct Entry admission into 200 Level at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri and other participating universities across Nigeria and abroad.
Interested candidates who meet the admission requirements are invited to apply before the commencement of lectures scheduled for September 21, 2026.
About the FUTO JUPEB Programme
The FUTO JUPEB Foundation School Programme offers candidates an alternative route to university admission without having to write another Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Upon successful completion of the programme and meeting the required JUPEB points, candidates become eligible for Direct Entry admission into 200 Level in FUTO and other universities that recognize the JUPEB qualification.
Admission Requirements
Applicants must possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes obtained in WAEC, NECO or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.
The required subjects include:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
The specific subject requirements depend on the candidate's intended course of study.
Medicine and Surgery Applicants
Candidates seeking admission into Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) must possess five O'Level credits in:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
These credits must be obtained in one sitting.
Candidates awaiting the release of their O'Level results are also eligible to apply.
Approved JUPEB Subject Combinations
FUTO has approved the following subject combinations for the programme:
- Biology, Chemistry and Physics (BCP) for:
- School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT)
- School of Biological Sciences (SOBS)
- School of Health Technology
- College of Medicine (COM)
- Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics (CMP) for:
- School of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SEET)
- School of Electrical Systems Engineering Technology (SESET)
- School of Environmental Sciences (SOES)
- School of Information and Communication Technology (SICT)
- School of Logistics and Innovation Technology (SLIT)
- School of Physical Sciences (SOPS)
Candidates are advised to choose the subject combination that aligns with their intended degree programme.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should complete their application online through the official FUTO JUPEB admission portal:
https://portal.futo.edu.ng/#jupeb
Applicants are advised to carefully complete the online registration and provide accurate information throughout the application process.
Application Fee
The application fee for the 2026/2027 JUPEB admission is:
₦25,000
Payment should be made through the Remita payment platform as directed on the application portal.
Lecture Commencement Date
According to the university, lectures for the 2026/2027 JUPEB Foundation School Programme will commence on:
Monday, September 21, 2026.
Candidates are encouraged to complete their registration early to enable them prepare adequately before lectures begin.
Need Assistance?
For enquiries regarding the admission process, prospective applicants can contact 07037694227 or 07034517474
Final Note to Applicants
The FUTO JUPEB Foundation School Programme remains one of the most reliable alternative pathways to gaining Direct Entry admission into Nigerian universities.
Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early, ensure they meet all admission requirements, and follow all application guidelines carefully to avoid errors during registration.
The admission announcement was signed by Chiedozie Uba, Registrar, Federal University of Technology, Owerri.