Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP) is a federal university located in Pankshin, Plateau State, Nigeria. Established in 1974, it was upgraded from the Federal College of Education, Pankshin, to a Federal University of Education in 2023 by the Federal Government of Nigeria to enhance the capacity for producing quality graduate teachers . The university is dedicated to producing higher-quality graduate teachers of international standards and serves as a center of excellence in educational research .

History of the Institution

The institution’s journey spans nearly five decades, evolving to meet Nigeria’s educational needs .

• 1974: Established as a Federal Advanced Teachers College (FATC) at a temporary site in Mararaba Pushit, about 17 km from Pankshin town .

• 1977: Relocated to its permanent site in Pankshin town .

• 1991: Upgraded to a College of Education and renamed Federal College of Education, Pankshin .

• 1998: Established an affiliation with the University of Jos to offer degree programs .

• 2023: Upgraded by the Federal Government to its current status as the Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP) .

Location

Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP)
Pankshin, Plateau State, Nigeria

P.M.B. 1027, Pankshin, Plateau State, Nigeria 

Website: https://fuep.edu.ng/

List of Courses Offered by Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP)

• Agricultural Science Education

• Business Education

• Creative Arts Education (Fine and Applied Arts)

• Entrepreneurship Education

• Home Economics Education

• Technology Education

• Educational Management

• Guidance and Counselling

• Religious Studies Education (Christian Religious Studies)

• Islamic Studies Education

• Music Education

• History Education

• Political Science Education

• Economics Education

• Geography Education

• Social Studies and Civic Education

• French Language Education

• Hausa Education

• Arabic Language Education

• Language Arts and Communication

• Adult and Continuing Education

• Special Needs Education

• Early Childhood Education

• Primary Education

• Sustainable Development Studies Education

• Physics Education

• Chemistry Education

• Computer Science Education

• Biology Education

• Environmental Education

• Integrated Science Education

• Health Education

• Human Kinetics Education

• Mathematics Education

• Library and Information Science Education

Admission Requirements

UTME Admission (Degree Programmes)

• Candidates must have chosen FUEP as their first choice of institution .

• The minimum JAMB UTME cut-off mark is 150 .

• Candidates must possess five (5) O’Level credit passes, including English Language, at not more than two sittings .

Direct Entry Admission (Degree Programmes)

• Candidates require at least 6 points in relevant NCE or other advanced qualifications .

• Candidates who previously applied for the Degree Programme through the University of Jos affiliation may need to update their records on the JAMB portal to reflect FUEP .

NCE Programme Admission

• The cut-off mark for NCE programmes is 150 .

• Candidates must also meet the O’Level credit requirements .

School Fees

The approved school fees for the 2025/2026 academic session are as follows :

Important Payment Notice: Students who generated their school fee invoices between December 1st and December 2nd were issued incorrect invoices and must visit the ICT Department for a new, corrected invoice before payment .

Cut-off Mark

The official JAMB UTME cut-off mark for FUEP for the 2025/2026 session is 150 for degree programmes .

Admission Lists

Federal University of Education, Pankshin Admission List 2026/2027

The Federal University of Education, Pankshin, has released its admission list for the 2026/2027 academic session on the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). Candidates who participated in the admission screening exercise can now check their admission status to determine whether they have been offered provisional admission.

To check their status, candidates should visit the JAMB e-Facility portal and log in with their registered email address and password. From the dashboard, select “Check Admission Status,” click “Access my CAPS,” and then choose “Admission Status” to view the outcome. Candidates who have not yet received an offer may see a message stating that no admission has been given yet.

Candidates who receive an admission offer should accept or reject it through JAMB CAPS. Alternatively, they can send ACCEPT or REJECT by SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number linked to their JAMB profile. Candidates are advised to act within the stated four-week acceptance period. Those who cannot access their registered phone numbers should visit a JAMB-accredited centre for assistance.

After accepting their admission, successful candidates should print their JAMB admission letters, which may be required during clearance and registration at the university. Candidates checking CAPS on a mobile phone may need to open Google Chrome, select the browser menu and enable “Desktop site” to access the full page. Admitted candidates are congratulated on their offers, while others are advised to check CAPS regularly for updates.

Hostel / Accommodation

FUEP has ongoing infrastructure development projects, including the construction of new student accommodation . Students are advised to contact the university’s student affairs department for current information on hostel availability and fees.

Recruitment / Job vacancy

FUEP opens its recruitment portal for academic and non-academic staff positions periodically. Applications are typically to be submitted in ten (10) hard copies to the office of the Registrar .

• Vacancies Page: https://fuep.edu.ng/about/careers

• Application Address: The Registrar/Secretary to Council, Federal University of Education, P.M.B. 1027, Pankshin, Plateau State, Nigeria .

Official Website and Portal Links

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Where is the Federal University of Education, Pankshin located?
It is located in Pankshin town, Plateau State, Nigeria .

When was FUEP established?
The institution was established in 1974 as a Federal Advanced Teachers College .

Is FCE Pankshin now a university?
Yes. It was officially upgraded to the Federal University of Education, Pankshin (FUEP) in 2023 .

What is the JAMB cut-off mark for FUEP?
The cut-off mark for Degree programmes is 150 .

How much are the school fees at FUEP?
Fees range from ₦115,050 to ₦123,050 per session, depending on the college of study .

How do I apply for a job at FUEP?
Vacancies are advertised on the official website. Applications are usually submitted as hard copies to the Registrar’s office .

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