Now let’s talk about something every aspirant wants to know — departmental cut-off marks.
Courses Requiring 150 and Above
Several programmes in FUTO accept candidates with a minimum JAMB score of 150.
These include courses in:
- Agriculture
- Biological Sciences
- Environmental Sciences
- Logistics and Innovation Technology
- Physical Sciences
- Some Engineering programmes
Courses like:
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Agricultural Engineering
- Food Science and Technology
fall within this category.
So yes, candidates with scores around 150 still have opportunities depending on the course.
Courses Requiring 170 and Above
Some more competitive programmes require at least 170.
These include:
- Computer Science
- Software Engineering
- Cyber Security
- Information Technology
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Architecture
- Radiography
- Public Health Technology
This means candidates aiming for these courses should have stronger scores to improve their chances.
MBBS Requires 200 and Above
For candidates interested in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS), the minimum required JAMB score is:
👉 200 and above
And honestly, because Medicine is highly competitive, higher scores usually stand a better chance.
Direct Entry Candidates Are Included
FUTO also invited Direct Entry candidates for the screening exercise.
Eligible DE candidates should have:
- OND
- HND
- First Degree
- or A’Level qualifications
in relevant disciplines.
One very important thing DE candidates must do is:
👉 ensure their academic transcripts reach the Registrar before the deadline.
Failure to submit transcripts may affect admission consideration.