Are you searching for the official FUTA cut off mark for 2026/2027 admission? The Federal University of Technology Akure has officially stated that candidates who scored 180 and above in the just concluded JAMB exams are eligible for the 2026 FUTA Post UTME screening exercise.
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Candidates can also access the FUTA portal login page to register for the screening exercise and check admission updates. However, here is the reality you need to know as a candidate:
While the general FUTA cut off mark is 180, some competitive courses like Computer Engineering, BioTech, Cyber Security, Computer science, etc usually require a much higher JAMB score before you can realistically stand a chance of getting admission.
If you want to compare admission requirements across different institutions, check the complete list of all schools in Nigeria.
What is the General FUTA Cut Off Mark for 2026?
The official FUTA JAMB cut off mark for 2026/2027 is 180.
According to the university admission notice, candidates who scored at least 180 in UTME and chose FUTA as first choice can proceed to purchase the Post UTME form here and apply for the screening exercise. You can also explore the full list of all federal universities in Nigeria and their admission requirements.
But scoring 180 does NOT automatically guarantee admission into highly competitive departments like:
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Software Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering
- Medicine-related science courses
For these courses, you usually need a far stronger score to stand a good chance.
FUTA Cut Off Marks for All Courses 2026/2027
Below are realistic FUTA departmental cut off mark ranges based on previous admission trends, course competitiveness, and the number of applicants usually applying every year.
- Computer Science — 270
- Cyber Security — 260
- Software Engineering — 260
- Information Technology — 250
- Information Systems — 240
- Computer Engineering — 250
- Information and Communication Engineering — 250
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering — 250
- Mechanical Engineering — 250
- Mechatronics Engineering — 255
- Civil Engineering — 240
- Chemical Engineering — 240
- Industrial & Production Engineering — 230
- Metallurgical & Materials Engineering — 220
- Mining Engineering — 200
- Agricultural Engineering — 200
- Architecture — 240
- Building — 200
- Quantity Surveying — 220
- Estate Management — 200
- Surveying & Geoinformatics — 200
- Urban & Regional Planning — 190
- Industrial Design — 190
- Biochemistry — 240
- Biotechnology — 240
- Biology — 190
- Microbiology — 240
- Chemistry — 200
- Industrial Chemistry — 220
- Mathematics — 190
- Statistics — 200
- Physics Electronics — 200
- Physics Energy — 190
- Applied Geology — 220
- Applied Geophysics — 200
- Marine Science & Technology — 210
- Meteorology & Climate Science — 190
- Remote Sensing & GIS — 200
- Agricultural Extension & Communication Technology — 180
- Agriculture & Resource Economics — 190
- Animal Production & Health — 190
- Crop, Soil & Pest Management — 190
- Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology — 190
- Forestry & Wood Technology — 190
- Food Science & Technology — 230
- Ecotourism & Wildlife Management — 190
- Entrepreneurship Management Technology — 190
- Project Management Technology — 200
- Logistics & Transport Technology — 190
- Business Information Technology — 210
- Business Management Technology — 210
- Security & Investment Management Technology — 210
- Biomedical Technology — 240
- Human Anatomy — 230
- Physiology — 230
Why Some FUTA Courses Require Higher JAMB Scores
This is something many candidates do not understand.
FUTA uses 180 as the minimum eligibility score, but admission is still based on:
- Number of applicants for the course
- Candidate performance in JAMB
- O’Level grades
- FUTA screening score
- Admission quota approved for the department
For example:
If thousands of candidates apply for Computer Science with scores above 250, a candidate with 185 may technically qualify for screening but may not realistically gain admission.
So if your score is around:
- 180 – 200: You should consider less competitive courses
- 210 – 230: You have moderate chances in several science and engineering courses
- 240 and above: You have stronger admission chances for top FUTA courses
Can FUTA Accept Second Choice?
No. FUTA only considers candidates who choose the university as their first choice institution in JAMB.
What Score is Safe for FUTA Admission?
A safe JAMB score depends on your course.
Here is the honest truth:
- 180 is only the minimum benchmark
- 200+ is safer for many science courses
- 240+ is usually more competitive for top engineering and computing courses
If your score is low, changing to a less competitive department can significantly improve your admission chances.
Final Note on FUTA Cut Off Mark
The FUTA cut off mark for 2026/2027 is officially 180, but your actual admission chances depend heavily on the course you choose.
Highly competitive courses often require far higher scores because many candidates apply with excellent JAMB results every year.
Before choosing a course, be realistic with your score so you can avoid losing admission because of unnecessary competition.
Visit the official FUTA website for admission updates, screening news, and portal access via https://www.futa.edu.ng