Federal University Dutse (FUDutse or FUD) is a federal university located in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State, Nigeria. The university was established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2011 and has grown into a multidisciplinary institution offering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across agriculture, sciences, computing, engineering, education, management, arts and social sciences, health and medical-related disciplines, among others. The university’s official website currently describes FUD as having more than 12,000 registered students, 13 faculties plus the postgraduate school, and more than 80 academic programmes across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Federal University Dutse is focused on teaching, research, innovation and community service. Its academic structure includes faculties and colleges covering areas such as Agriculture, Arts and Social Sciences, Computing, Education, Management Sciences, Science, Engineering and health-related disciplines. The university also has a College of Postgraduate Studies offering postgraduate diploma, master’s and doctoral programmes.

For prospective undergraduate students, FUD conducts admission through JAMB UTME and Direct Entry routes. The university’s official Post-UTME portal currently carries information for the 2026/2027 academic session, with online screening scheduled from 7 July 2026 to 30 September 2026.

History 

Federal University Dutse was established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2011 as one of the new federal universities created to expand access to university education in different parts of the country. The university is located in Dutse, Jigawa State, an area with historical importance in the North-Western region of Nigeria. The university officially identifies 9 February 2011 as the date of its charter.

Since its establishment, FUD has expanded from its early academic programmes into a broader university with faculties covering agriculture, computing, education, engineering, sciences, management, arts and social sciences, as well as medical and health-related disciplines. The university’s official records also show the development of research centres and academic programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The university has continued to develop its infrastructure, laboratories, digital services and academic programmes. Its current administration is headed by Professor Ahmad Mohammad Gumel, whom the university identifies as its fourth substantive Vice-Chancellor.

Location 

Federal University Dutse is located in Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria. The university’s official postal address is:

Federal University Dutse
P.M.B. 7156
Dutse, Jigawa State, Nigeria

Dutse is the capital of Jigawa State and is located in North-West Nigeria. The university’s official information describes the city as having access to major urban centres such as Kano, Bauchi, Maiduguri and Kaduna.

List of Programmes Offered by Federal University Dutse

Federal University Dutse offers undergraduate programmes across a wide range of academic disciplines. The university’s academic structure continues to develop, so prospective students should confirm the availability and admission status of their chosen programme for the particular academic session.

Faculty of Agriculture

Programmes in the agricultural area include:

• Agricultural Science
• Agricultural Economics and Extension
• Fisheries and Aquaculture
• Forestry and Wildlife Management
• Animal Science
• Crop Science
• Soil Science
• Agribusiness and related agricultural disciplines

The university also offers several agricultural programmes at postgraduate level, including Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Agribusiness, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Crop Science, Animal Science and Soil Science.

Arts and Social Sciences

• English Language
• Linguistics
• Linguistics (Arabic)
• Economics
• Political Science
• Criminology and Security Studies
• Sociology and related disciplines

Computing

FUD has a dedicated computing academic structure with programmes including:

• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Information Technology
• Software Engineering

Education

• Library and Information Science
• Islamic Studies
• Primary Education
• Other education and teacher-training disciplines offered through the Faculty of Education

Engineering

Federal University Dutse has expanded into engineering and technology-related education, with the Faculty of Engineering listed among its academic units. Prospective applicants should check the current programme catalogue for the specific engineering disciplines available for their admission year.

Management Sciences

The university offers programmes in management and business-related areas, while its postgraduate catalogue includes Management, Taxation and related programmes.

Science

FUD offers science-based programmes covering disciplines such as:

• Biochemistry
• Biotechnology
• Botany
• Chemistry
• Mathematics
• Microbiology
• Physics
• Zoology
• Environmental Management and Toxicology
• Applied Mathematics

Several of these disciplines are also available at postgraduate level.

Basic Medical and Health Sciences

The university has developed academic programmes in the medical and health sciences. Its official Post-UTME documentation has listed programmes including:

• Environmental Health Science
• Human Anatomy
• Human Physiology
• Nursing Science
• Public Health

The university’s current institutional structure also includes a College of Medicine and College of Medical Sciences.

Admission Requirements

Admission into Federal University Dutse is available through UTME and Direct Entry routes, subject to the requirements of the chosen programme.

For the 2026/2027 academic session, the university’s official Post-UTME portal requires candidates to log in with their UTME or Direct Entry registration number and state of origin. Candidates are also required to update their O’Level results, with the university specifying that O’Level results should not exceed two sittings. Where applicable, A’Level results are also required.

Applicants should normally have the required O’Level credits for their chosen programme, including the relevant English Language and Mathematics requirements where applicable. Some professional and science-based programmes have additional subject requirements.

For Direct Entry candidates, qualifications such as NCE, National Diploma, IJMB or other approved advanced qualifications may be considered depending on the programme and JAMB requirements. Candidates should check the requirements for their particular course before applying.

The university’s older official screening notice also required UTME candidates to have selected FUD as their first choice and to possess at least five O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, at not more than two sittings. Because admission requirements can be updated, applicants should rely on the current admission notice for their session.

Admission Lists

FUDUTSE Admission List 2026/2027

The Federal University Dutse (FUDUTSE) has released its 2026/2027 admission list on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). Candidates who participated in the university’s 2026/2027 admission screening exercise can now check their admission status.

Candidates should visit the JAMB e-Facility portal and log in with their registered email address and password. After logging in, select “Check Admission Status,” click “Access my CAPS” and then select “Admission Status” to view the admission decision.

Candidates who have been offered admission can accept or reject the offer by sending ACCEPT or REJECT as an SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number linked to their JAMB profile. Candidates have four weeks to respond to the offer. Those who no longer have access to their registered phone number should visit a JAMB-accredited centre to complete the process.

After accepting the admission, candidates should print their JAMB admission letter, which may be required during the university’s clearance and registration exercise. Candidates checking through a mobile phone may need to use Google Chrome and select “Request desktop site” to access the full CAPS page and admission status option.

School Fees

Federal University Dutse is a federal university, and students are required to pay approved registration and other institutional charges through the university’s designated payment system.

A single current school-fee figure should not be used for all FUD students because charges can vary according to programme, level, student status and other applicable components.

The university’s current student portal specifically instructs students to process school-fee registration through the FUD MyPortal, where students generate their payment invoice and proceed with the approved payment process. The portal also warns students not to carry out school-fee registration directly through the Remita website.

Students should therefore confirm the amount payable for their particular programme and level through the official portal before making payment.

Cut-Off Mark

Federal University Dutse uses programme-specific UTME minimum scores, rather than one figure that necessarily applies to every course.

For example, the university’s official 2024/2025 Post-UTME notice listed different minimum scores for different programmes. Agricultural Science, Fisheries and Aquaculture, Forestry and Wildlife Management, Economics, English Language, Linguistics and Political Science were listed at 150, while Criminology and Security Studies and several Basic Medical Sciences programmes had higher thresholds. Nursing Science was listed at 220. Computing programmes ranged from 160 to 180 depending on the course.

These figures are historical 2024/2025 figures and should not be presented as the current 2026/2027 departmental cut-off marks.

For candidates applying for the 2026/2027 session, the official screening portal confirms that the screening exercise is ongoing within the published July–September 2026 window, but applicants should check the current programme-specific admission information before relying on an old cut-off figure.

Hostel / Accommodation

Federal University Dutse provides hostel accommodation for students. The university’s student portal states that fresh students and final-year students are eligible for accommodation, with bed-space allocation in male and female hostels handled on a first-come, first-served basis.

Students who require accommodation should apply through the official student portal when the hostel application window is available. Since available bed spaces and accommodation procedures can change, students should confirm the current arrangements before making plans.

Notice Board

FUDUTSE Expels 12 Students, Rusticates 5 Over Various Offences

The Federal University Dutse (FUDUTSE) has approved disciplinary sanctions against 22 students following consideration of the report of the 20th meeting of the Students’ Disciplinary Committee. The decisions were approved by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Ahmad Mohammed Gumel.

According to the university’s official weekly newsletter, 12 students were expelled after being found guilty of offences including criminal conspiracy, armed robbery, robbery, cult-related activities, phone theft and drug abuse on campus. The disciplinary action covers students involved in different cases considered by the committee.

A further five students were rusticated, with four receiving a two-semester rustication and one receiving a one-semester sanction. Their cases involved attempted sexual assault and cyberbullying. Another five students received warning letters over offences including off-campus drug abuse, attempted sexual assault and cyberbullying.

The university urged students to take university regulations and their academic responsibilities seriously and to avoid conduct that could attract disciplinary action. Students were also advised to uphold discipline both on and off campus and comply with the institution’s rules and regulations.

FUDUTSE Gets NUC Approval for 30 New Academic Programmes

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has approved the establishment of the Faculty of Law at Federal University Dutse (FUDUTSE) and granted approval for the university to commence 30 new academic programmes from the 2026/2027 academic session. The approval covers full-time study and was conveyed in a letter dated 11 September 2026, signed by the NUC Director of Academic Planning, Abubakar M. Girei.

The newly approved programmes span Law, Science and Technology, Allied Health Sciences, Education and Arts, as well as postgraduate studies. They include L.L.B. Common and Islamic Law, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Systems, Science Laboratory Technology, Community Health, Medical Laboratory Science, Physiotherapy, Radiography, Optometry, Human Nutrition and Dietetics, and several education programmes.

The approval also covers postgraduate programmes in areas such as Forestry and Wildlife, Accounting, Treasury and Finance, Banking and Finance, and Information Technology, alongside master’s programmes in Banking and Finance and Accounting and Finance. The university said the expansion will broaden its academic offerings and strengthen training in areas linked to technology, science, healthcare and other workforce needs.

Meanwhile, admission into the MBBS programme will not be conducted for the 2026/2027 academic session due to ongoing restructuring and adjustments within the College of Medicine and Health Sciences. The Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Ahmad Mohammed Gumel, said the newly approved programmes are intended to provide students with relevant knowledge and skills for changing societal and industry demands.

Notable Alumni

Federal University Dutse is a relatively young federal university, established in 2011. Consequently, its alumni community is still developing compared with older Nigerian universities.

Official Website and Portal Links

Resource	Link
Official Website	Federal University Dutse Official Website
Undergraduate Post-UTME / DE Portal	FUD Post-UTME Portal
Student Portal / MyPortal	FUD Student Portal
Postgraduate Website	FUD College of Postgraduate Studies
Postgraduate Application Portal	FUD Postgraduate Application Portal

Contact Information

Federal University Dutse
P.M.B. 7156, Dutse
Jigawa State, Nigeria

Official Website: fud.edu.ng

For ICT, registration or portal-related complaints, the university’s current student portal provides ictsupport@fud.edu.ng as the relevant support email.

For postgraduate enquiries, the College of Postgraduate Studies provides pghelp@fud.edu.ng and lists telephone contacts on its application portal.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Federal University Dutse a federal university?
Yes. Federal University Dutse is a federal university established by the Federal Government of Nigeria in 2011 and located in Jigawa State.

Where is Federal University Dutse located?
Federal University Dutse is located in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State, Nigeria.

What is the cut-off mark for Federal University Dutse?
FUD uses programme-specific UTME minimum scores. The university’s official 2024/2025 notice showed different minimum scores for different programmes, so applicants should not assume that one figure applies to every course.

What is the FUD 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening fee?
The official 2026/2027 screening portal states that the Post-UTME/Direct Entry online screening fee is ₦3,000.

When does FUD 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening start?
The official portal states that the 2026/2027 online screening exercise commenced on 7 July 2026 and is scheduled to close on 30 September 2026.

Does Federal University Dutse accept Direct Entry?
Yes. The university conducts UTME and Direct Entry screening, and its 2026/2027 portal provides a screening route specifically for UTME/DE candidates.

Does FUD offer Nursing Science?
Yes. Nursing Science is listed among the university’s health-related programmes. The university’s earlier official screening notice listed Nursing Science with a 220 UTME minimum for the 2024/2025 session. That historical figure should not be treated as the current 2026/2027 requirement.

Does Federal University Dutse offer Computer Science?
Yes. Computer Science is one of the programmes under the university’s computing academic structure.

Does FUD offer Cybersecurity?
Yes. Cybersecurity is listed among the university’s computing programmes.

Does Federal University Dutse offer postgraduate programmes?
Yes. The College of Postgraduate Studies offers PGD, master’s, professional master’s and PhD programmes across several disciplines.

Does FUD provide hostel accommodation?
Yes. The university provides hostel accommodation, and its student portal states that fresh and final-year students are eligible to apply, subject to available bed spaces.

How do I check my FUD admission status?
Candidates should use the official FUD admission/student portal and follow the university’s admission-status instructions. The university’s portal provides an admission-status option and is also used for acceptance and subsequent registration processes.

How much is Federal University Dutse school fees?
There is no single amount that applies to every FUD student. Charges can vary according to programme, level and applicable registration components. Students should generate their official fee invoice through the FUD portal before making payment.