The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) is one of Nigeria’s leading universities of technology. It was established in 1980 by the Federal Government of Nigeria with the aim of promoting technological education and advancing research in science, engineering, and innovation.

FUTO was created as part of a national policy to develop universities focused on science and technology to support Nigeria’s industrial and technological development. The university began academic activities in 1981 with a small number of students and programmes and has since grown into a major centre for technological education in Nigeria.

Today, FUTO offers numerous undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across several schools including engineering, agriculture, health technology, environmental sciences, and information technology.

 Location

Federal University of Technology
Owerri
Imo State
Nigeria

Faculties / Colleges / Schools

• School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology (SAAT)

• School of Biological Sciences (SOBS)

• School of Physical Sciences (SOPS)

• School of Engineering and Engineering Technology (SEET)

• School of Environmental Sciences (SOES)

• School of Health Technology (SOHT)

• School of Information and Communication Technology (SICT)

• School of Management Technology (SMAT)

• School of Basic Medical Sciences (SBMS)

List of Courses Offered by Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO)

School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology

• Agricultural Economics

• Agricultural Extension

• Animal Science and Technology

• Crop Science and Technology

• Fisheries and Aquaculture Technology

• Forestry and Wildlife Technology

• Soil Science and Technology

School of Biological Sciences

• Biochemistry

• Biology

• Biotechnology

• Microbiology

• Forensic Science

School of Physical Sciences

• Chemistry

• Mathematics

• Physics

• Statistics

• Geology

School of Engineering and Engineering Technology

• Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Electrical and Electronics Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Materials and Metallurgical Engineering

• Petroleum Engineering

• Polymer and Textile Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering

School of Environmental Sciences

• Architecture

• Building

• Environmental Management

• Estate Management and Valuation

• Quantity Surveying

• Surveying and Geoinformatics

• Urban and Regional Planning

School of Information and Communication Technology

• Computer Science

• Cyber Security

• Information Technology

• Software Engineering

School of Health Technology

• Dental Technology

• Environmental Health Science

• Optometry

• Prosthetics and Orthotics

• Public Health Technology

School of Management Technology

• Financial Management Technology

• Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Admission forms

FUTO Supplementary Post-UTME Screening 2026/2027

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has announced its 2026/2027 Post-UTME Supplementary Screening Exercise for candidates seeking admission into the university. The application portal opened on Thursday, September 24, 2026, and will close on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

Candidates must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2026, and must have scored a minimum of 150 in the 2026 UTME. Applicants who did not initially choose FUTO as their first-choice institution may also apply, provided they score at least 150 and change their institution to FUTO through JAMB CAPS. Candidates must also have at least five relevant O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings, and must meet the prescribed JAMB subject combination for their chosen programme.

The minimum UTME scores for the affected programmes are as follows:

Minimum UTME Score	School/Programme
150	School of Agriculture & Agricultural Technology: Agribusiness, Agricultural Economics, Agricultural Extension, Animal Science & Technology, Crop Science & Technology, Soil Science & Technology, Fisheries & Aquaculture Technology, Forestry and Wildlife Technology
150	School of Biological Sciences: Biochemistry, Biological Science, Biotechnology, Forensic Science
150	School of Environmental Sciences: Environmental Management, Estate Management & Valuation, Surveying & Geoinformatics, Urban & Regional Planning, Quantity Surveying
150	School of Logistics & Innovation Technology: Logistics & Transport Technology, Entrepreneurship Studies & Innovation, Project Management Technology, Supply Chain Management, Maritime Science & Technology, Finance & Innovation Technology
150	School of Health Technology: Environmental Health Science
150	School of Engineering & Engineering Technology: Biomedical Engineering, Materials & Metallurgical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Polymer & Textile Engineering, Food Science & Technology
150	School of Physical Sciences: Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Geology, Statistics
150	Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Procurement, Environment and Social Standard: Environmental Sustainability, Procurement Management, Sustainable Social Development
170	School of Information & Communication Technology: Information Technology
170	School of Engineering & Engineering Technology: Chemical Engineering
170	School of Environmental Sciences: Architecture
170	School of Electrical Systems & Engineering Technology: Electronics Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering

Candidates who previously applied for the FUTO Post-UTME screening are required to pay an application fee of ₦18,000, while fresh applicants will pay ₦20,000. The screening will be based on verified JAMB scores and O’Level results uploaded to JAMB CAPS. Candidates must ensure that their details on CAPS match those entered on the FUTO application portal and must upload their O’Level results on or before October 8, 2026. Applications should be completed through https://portal.futo.edu.ng/#undergraduate. Candidates may also access the process via the FUTO website at https://www.futo.edu.ng by selecting “Prospective Students” and then “Undergraduate”. Applicants requiring assistance can contact ict@futo.edu.ng or 08139833300.

Direct Entry Admission

Candidates with ND, HND, NCE, IJMB, or equivalent qualifications may apply through the JAMB Direct Entry admission process.

Postgraduate Admission

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

FUTO Results

FUTO 2026/2027 Post-UTME Screening Results Released

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has released the 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening results. Candidates who participated in the screening exercise can now check their results through the university’s online portal.

To check the result, candidates should visit the FUTO Post-UTME portal and enter their JAMB Registration Number in the required field. After clicking Login, candidates should scroll to the PUTME RESULT section and select Print Result to view the screening outcome.

Candidates are advised to check their results using the official FUTO portal and save a copy of the result as a PDF for their records. Applicants should also keep their login and registration details safe and monitor official FUTO communication channels for further information concerning the 2026/2027 admission process.

Admission Lists

FUTO Merit Admission List 2026/2027 Released

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has released its merit admission list for the 2026/2027 academic session. Candidates who applied for admission can now check their admission status online.

To check the FUTO merit admission list, candidates should visit the university’s official admission notice page at https://resources.futo.edu.ng/news/futo-2026-2027-merit-admission-list/ and follow the instructions provided.

Candidates are advised to check their admission status promptly and proceed with any required admission steps after confirming their offer. Further information on the admission process will be communicated through the university’s official channels. Next is to verify admission on JAMB CAPS and Print Admission Letter. Stay Tuned.

School Fees

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Cut-off Mark

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info. ( But usually 180)

Post-UTME Information

Candidates seeking admission into FUTO must complete the Post-UTME screening process through the university admission portal.

Hostel / Accommodation

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Scholarships

FUTO ASUU Announces Indigent Scholarship Award for 2026/2027 Session

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Federal University of Technology Owerri (FUTO) Chapter, has announced the commencement of applications for its 2026/2027 Indigent Scholarship Award for eligible students of the university.

The scholarship is aimed at supporting students who are financially disadvantaged but maintain good academic performance. Applicants must be registered students of FUTO, classified as indigent, and have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.00 as at the Harmattan 2024/2025 academic session.

Interested students are required to submit an application letter of not more than two pages, stating their name, school, department, course of study, year of study, state of origin and reasons they should be considered for the award. The application must also include a photocopy of the current school identity card, a letter from the Head of Department confirming the applicant’s CGPA, and one recent passport photograph.

Completed applications should be submitted to the ASUU-FUTO Secretariat on or before Friday, 25 September 2026, by 3:00 pm. Shortlisted applicants will attend an interview scheduled for Tuesday, 29 September 2026, at 9:00 am at the ASUU-FUTO Secretariat. Students currently benefiting from another scholarship are not eligible to apply.

Notice Board

FUTO Hostel Vacation Notice for SIWES and Final-Year Students

The Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) has announced a two-week hostel accommodation arrangement for students undertaking the Students Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES) and final-year students completing their academic activities.

Under the arrangement, 200/300-level SIWES students and final-year students currently residing in the university hostels are permitted to remain in the hostels from October 1 to October 14, 2026. The extension is intended to enable the affected students to complete their SIWES programme and final-year academic requirements.

The university advised Deans of Schools to inform the affected students and ensure compliance with the approved arrangement. Students are expected to vacate the hostels at the end of the two-week period.

FUTO stated that the hostels will be locked after October 14, 2026 to allow the university management to carry out repairs and maintenance work in preparation for the 2026/2027 academic session. Affected students are therefore advised to make the necessary arrangements before the deadline.

Notable Alumni

• Ndubuisi Ekekwe – Nigerian engineer, professor, inventor, technology entrepreneur and founder of First Atlantic Semiconductors & Microelectronics (FASMIC).
• Amakor Vitalis – Nigerian Founder, of Greypanels LTD, Amakvitaa Tech and Publisher at EducationNGR, 
• Smart Adeyemi – Nigerian politician, journalist and former Senator representing Kogi West Senatorial District.
• John Ugbe – Nigerian media executive and former Managing Director of MultiChoice Nigeria.
• Henri Oki – Nigerian engineer and former Managing Director of Halliburton Energy Services, Nigeria.
• Uwen Ukpong – Nigerian business executive and President of a division of General Electric (GE).
• Paul Obiefule – Nigerian former professional footballer who played for clubs in Europe and represented Nigeria internationally.
• Chinedum Enyinnaya Orji – Nigerian politician and former Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly.
• Stanley Oduah – Nigerian entrepreneur and co-founder of Routelink Group.
• Peter Ngene – Nigerian chemical engineer and researcher; recipient of the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Science Award.
• Matthew Aneke – Nigerian chemical engineer and researcher; recipient of the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Science Award.
• Eni Oko – Nigerian chemical engineer and researcher; recipient of the Nigeria LNG (NLNG) Science Award.
• Nnenna Oti – Nigerian academic, professor and Vice-Chancellor of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri.
• Ifeanyi Okowa – Nigerian medical doctor, politician and former Governor of Delta State.
• Uche Eze (BellaNaija) – Nigerian media entrepreneur and founder of BellaNaija.
• Emeka Okafor – Nigerian technology entrepreneur and founder of Makerere and innovation-focused initiatives.
• Chidi Anyaegbu – Nigerian entrepreneur, business executive and founder of Chisco Transport Group.

Official Website/Login Portal Links

Official Website
https://futo.edu.ng/

Student Portal
https://portal.futo.edu.ng/

Contact Information

Federal University of Technology
PMB 1526
Owerri
Imo State
Nigeria

Phone: Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.
Email: Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the Federal University of Technology Owerri located?

FUTO is located in Owerri, Imo State, Nigeria.

When was FUTO established?

The university was established in 1980 by the Federal Government of Nigeria.

What courses are offered at FUTO?

FUTO offers programmes in engineering, agriculture, health technology, computing, environmental sciences, and physical sciences.

Does FUTO conduct Post-UTME screening?

Yes, candidates seeking admission must participate in the FUTO Post-UTME screening exercise.

What is the cut-off mark for FUTO?

Please check School Website or Latest News Below for updated info.