The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO), through the Office of the Director, Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), has announced the commencement of the 2026/2027 FUTO Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB) Foundation School Programme.

FUTO CCE JUPEB 2026/2027 admission announcement

The announcement opens up a fresh admission window for prospective students seeking an alternative and often faster route into the university, particularly for those aiming at competitive programmes such as Medicine and other science-based courses.

What Is the JUPEB Programme?

According to the notice, the JUPEB Foundation School (JFS) Programme is a one-year programme designed to prepare candidates for Direct Entry admission into FUTO, as well as other Nigerian and foreign institutions.

The programme essentially serves as a bridge for candidates who wish to strengthen their academic standing and subject combinations before proceeding into a full degree programme, while also positioning them for Direct Entry consideration rather than going through the traditional UTME route.

Eligibility Requirements

Prospective candidates seeking admission into the JUPEB programme are required to meet the following academic requirements:

  • Candidates must possess five (5) O'Level credit passes in SSCE, NECO, or NABTEB, obtained at a maximum of two (2) sittings.
  • The required credit passes must include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, and other subjects relevant to the candidate's desired course of study at the university.
  • Candidates applying for the MBBS (Medicine) programme are subject to a stricter requirement: they must have at least five O'Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology, all obtained in ONE sitting.
  • Awaiting results are not accepted under any circumstance for the programme.

FUTO JUPEB Subject Combinations

The programme operates using specific subject group codes tied to each school or department. The subjects are represented as:

  • B – Biology
  • M – Mathematics
  • C – Chemistry
  • P – Physics

Below is the full breakdown of schools, their associated departments, and the required subject combinations:

School/ProgrammeSubject Combination
Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT)Biology, Chemistry, Physics (BCP)
Basic Medical Sciences (SBMS)Biology, Chemistry, Physics (BCP)
Biological Sciences (SOBS)Biology, Chemistry, Physics (BCP)
Engineering and Engineering Technology (SEET)Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics (CMP)
Electrical System Engineering/Technology (SESET)Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics (CMP)
Environmental Sciences (SOES)Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics (CMP)
Health Technology (SOHT)Biology, Chemistry, Physics (BCP)
Information and Communication Technology (SICT)Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics (CMP)
Logistics and Innovation Technology (SLIT)Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics (CMP)
Physical Sciences (SOPS)Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics (CMP)
Medicine (CMED)Biology, Chemistry, Physics (BCP)

Prospective candidates are advised to identify the school and subject combination that corresponds to their intended course of study before commencing their application.

How to Apply

Candidates interested in applying for the FUTO JUPEB programme are to follow the steps below:

  1. Log on to the official university website: www.futo.edu.ng.
  2. Navigate to and click on "Prospective Students."
  3. Click on "JUPEB Application" and proceed to apply online.
  4. Carefully follow all application instructions provided on the portal.
  5. Ensure that the correct subject combination is selected in line with the desired course of study.
  6. Ensure that the candidate's name matches exactly as it appears on their NIN slip.

Candidates have been strongly cautioned that failure to correctly select their subject combinations or input their names as they appear on their NIN slip may adversely affect their application.

All candidates are also required to register for the 2027 JAMB Direct Entry at the appropriate time, as this is tied to the overall admission process into the university.

Checking Admission Status

Applicants have been advised to visit www.futo.edu.ng to confirm their admission status two (2) weeks after completing their online application.

Application Fee

The application fee for the FUTO JUPEB programme has been fixed at ₦25,000.00, payable via Remita.

Commencement of Lectures

According to the notice, lectures for the programme are billed to begin on September 21, 2026, meaning prospective candidates are expected to complete their applications and admission processes promptly to avoid missing the start of academic activities.

For Further Enquiries

Candidates with questions or in need of clarification on the application process can reach out to the JUPEB Desk Officer through the following lines:

  • 07037694227
  • 07034517474

Signed By

The notice was officially signed by Chiedozie Uba, Registrar of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri.

Summary of Key Details

  • Programme: FUTO JUPEB Foundation School (2026/2027)
  • Duration: One (1) year
  • Purpose: Preparation for Direct Entry admission into FUTO and other institutions
  • Minimum Requirement: 5 O'Level credits (max. 2 sittings); Medicine requires 1 sitting
  • Application Platform: www.futo.edu.ng ("Prospective Students" → "JUPEB Application")
  • Application Fee: ₦25,000.00 (via Remita)
  • Admission Status Check: 2 weeks after application, via www.futo.edu.ng
  • Lectures Begin: September 21, 2026
  • JUPEB Desk Contacts: 07037694227, 07034517474

Prospective candidates are advised to carefully read through the application instructions and ensure all details are correctly entered before submitting their applications, in order to avoid issues that could affect their admission.