If you chose Federal University Dutse as your first choice institution in the 2026 UTME, or you’re applying through Direct Entry, this is the guide you’ve been waiting for. FUD has officially opened its Post-UTME and Direct Entry online screening exercise for the 2026/2027 academic session, and there’s a lot to get right before the closing date. Miss a step, and you could find yourself scrambling in the final days. Get it right, and you’ll have one less thing to worry about on your journey to admission.
In this guide, you’ll learn exactly when screening starts and ends, whether you’re eligible, how much the screening fee is, the full step-by-step registration process, which documents to upload, and the 2026/2027 UTME cut-off marks for every faculty and programme at FUD. By the end, you’ll know precisely what to do next.
Quick overview
- Institution: Federal University Dutse (FUD)
- Exercise: 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) Online Screening
- Screening portal: https://www.putme.fud.edu.ng
- Screening opens: Tuesday, 7 July 2026
- Screening closes: Monday, 10 August 2026
- Screening fee: ₦3,000 (excluding bank charges)
- Contact: 07056421100 or putme@fud.edu.ng
This information is drawn directly from FUD’s Official Weekly Newsletter (Volume 4, No. 93, dated 3 July 2026). Because admission details can be updated by the university at any time, always cross-check the latest information on the official FUD website before you proceed.
Who this guide is for
This guide is for you if:
- You sat for the 2026 UTME and selected Federal University Dutse as your first choice institution
- You’re a Direct Entry (DE) candidate hoping to gain admission into an undergraduate programme at FUD for the 2026/2027 academic session
- You meet the minimum O’Level, UTME, or DE requirements outlined below
If FUD wasn’t your first choice on your UTME form, you generally won’t be eligible to participate in this particular screening exercise. If you’re unsure of your choice of institution, it’s worth confirming this on your JAMB profile before you spend time on registration.
Eligibility requirements
According to the newsletter, candidates must satisfy the following before participating in the screening exercise:
- You must have chosen Federal University Dutse as your first choice institution in the 2026 UTME.
- You must have obtained the minimum approved UTME score for the specific programme you applied for (see the cut-off mark table below).
- Direct Entry candidates must possess a minimum of Lower Credit at National Diploma (ND) level, or at least 8 points in NCE/IJMB or an equivalent qualification.
- You must possess at least five (5) O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
- Participation in the online screening exercise is mandatory for every candidate seeking admission into FUD for the 2026/2027 session.
That last point matters more than students often realise. Even if your UTME score is well above the cut-off mark, skipping the screening exercise means you won’t be considered for admission at all.
Screening fee
The online screening fee is ₦3,000.00 (Three Thousand Naira) only, and this excludes any bank transaction charges. You’ll pay this through a commercial bank, FUD Microfinance Bank, or an approved online payment platform, using a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number generated on the portal.
Keep your payment receipt. You’ll need to print it later, and it forms part of the documents FUD expects you to have on hand throughout the admission process.
Step-by-step registration procedure
Here’s exactly how to complete your screening registration, in the order FUD has laid it out:
- Visit the University Post-UTME Portal at https://www.putme.fud.edu.ng.
- Log in using your UTME/DE Registration Number, with your State of Origin as your password.
- Update your biodata, including your date of birth, email address, phone number, state, and local government area.
- Generate an Invoice and a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) Number.
- Pay the sum of ₦3,000.00 through any commercial bank, including FUD Microfinance Bank, or an online payment platform.
- Return to the portal and complete the online screening form.
- Upload genuine and authentic copies of the following:
- O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or equivalent), obtained in not more than two sittings
- A’Level/IJMB/NCE/ND results, where applicable
- JAMB result slip
- A recent passport photograph
- Carefully review all the information you’ve provided before submitting your application.
- Print the completed Online Screening Acknowledgement Slip for future reference.
- Print your Acknowledgement Slip.
Take your time on step 8. A rushed review is one of the most common reasons candidates run into avoidable problems later in the admission process — a wrong digit in your registration number or a mismatched date of birth can cause real delays.
Documents to print and keep
Beyond what you upload, FUD advises that every candidate should print and safely keep the following:
- Evidence of your Remita payment receipt
- Your Acknowledgement Slip
- Your JAMB UTME Notification of Results/Registration slips
You’re also expected to upload your O’Level results on the JAMB website, not just the FUD portal. Doing both protects you if either platform experiences a technical issue closer to the closing date.
Important notes before you submit
A few details from the newsletter are worth paying close attention to:
- Ensure the information you supply during registration is accurate and verifiable. FUD explicitly warns against submitting details that can’t be confirmed later.
- Candidates are expected to adhere strictly to the closing date of the online screening exercise. There’s no indication of an extension, so treat 10 August 2026 as a firm deadline, not a guideline.
- FUD is currently finalising new academic programmes that are undergoing approval to appear on the JAMB Central Admissions and Processing System (CAPS). If approved, requirements and application details for these programmes will be published on the university’s official website and social media handles. If you’re hoping to apply for a programme not currently listed, it’s worth checking FUD’s official channels periodically rather than assuming it isn’t available.
2026/2027 UTME cut-off marks by faculty
Below are the minimum UTME cut-off marks for undergraduate programmes at FUD for the 2026/2027 academic session, organised by faculty.
Faculty of Agriculture
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B. Agricultural Science | 150 |
| B. Fisheries and Aquaculture | 150 |
| B. Forestry and Wildlife Management | 150 |
| B. Food Science and Technology | 150 |
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B.A. Arabic | 150 |
| B.Sc. Criminology and Security Studies | 160 |
| B.Sc. Economics | 150 |
| B.A. English Language | 150 |
| B. Library and Information Science | 150 |
| B.A. Linguistics (Arabic) | 150 |
| B.A. Linguistics (English) | 150 |
| B.Sc. Political Science | 160 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Environmental Health Sciences | 170 |
| B.Sc. Human Anatomy | 160 |
| B.Sc. Human Physiology | 160 |
| B.NSc. Nursing Science | 210 |
| B.Sc. Public Health | 190 |
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| MBBS | 240 |
Faculty of Computing
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Computer Science | 180 |
| B.Sc. Cybersecurity | 180 |
| B.Sc. Information Technology | 180 |
| B.Sc. Software Engineering | 180 |
Faculty of Education
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B. (Ed) Islamic Studies | 150 |
| B. Ed. Primary Education | 150 |
Faculty of Management Sciences
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Accounting | 160 |
| B.Sc. Actuarial Science | 150 |
| B.Sc. Banking and Finance | 150 |
| B.Sc. Business Administration | 170 |
| B.Sc. Insurance | 150 |
| B.Sc. Taxation | 150 |
Faculty of Life Sciences
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Biochemistry | 180 |
| B.Sc. Biology | 160 |
| B.Sc. Biotechnology | 180 |
| B.Sc. Botany | 150 |
| B.Sc. Microbiology | 180 |
| B.Sc. Zoology | 150 |
Faculty of Physical Sciences
| Programme | UTME cut-off |
|---|---|
| B.Sc. Chemistry | 150 |
| B.Sc. Environmental Management and Toxicology | 150 |
| B.Sc. Industrial Chemistry | 150 |
| B.Sc. Industrial Mathematics | 150 |
| B.Sc. Mathematics | 150 |
| B.Sc. Physics | 150 |
A quick pattern worth noticing: programmes in Computing, Life Sciences, and the medical-related faculties tend to carry higher cut-off marks than the national baseline of 150. If you scored between 150 and 179 and applied for something like Nursing Science, Public Health, MBBS, or any Computing programme, it’s worth checking your score carefully against the table above before you proceed with screening.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to participate in screening if my UTME score is above the cut-off?
Yes. Participation is mandatory for every candidate seeking admission into FUD for the 2026/2027 session, regardless of how high your score is.
What happens if my O’Level results are from more than two sittings?
FUD’s requirements specify O’Level results obtained in not more than two sittings. If your results span more than two sittings, it’s best to contact FUD directly through the phone number or email provided before registering, rather than assuming it will be accepted.
Can I apply for the new programmes FUD is introducing?
Not yet. These programmes are still undergoing approval to appear on JAMB CAPS. Details on requirements and how to apply will be published once approval is concluded, so keep checking FUD’s official website and newsletter.
What if I made a mistake on my registration form?
Review your information carefully before submission, since the newsletter doesn’t outline a formal correction process after the fact. If you’ve already submitted and noticed an error, contact FUD through 07056421100 or putme@fud.edu.ng as soon as possible.
Where can I get help if I’m confused about any part of this process?
Call 07056421100 or email putme@fud.edu.ng. These are the official contacts FUD has provided for clarification.
Final thoughts
Getting into university is rarely just one hurdle. You’ve already been through JAMB and the wait for your results — this screening exercise is simply the next checkpoint, and it’s one you have full control over. Confirm your eligibility, generate your RRR, pay your ₦3,000 fee, upload the right documents, and print everything you’re asked to print. Do that before 10 August 2026, and you’ll have done everything within your power to move forward with your FUD application.
Got a question or something you’re unsure about? Feel free to drop it in the comment section, we’ll be happy to assist you!
