The management of Federal University of Technology Minna (FUTMINNA) has announced the commencement of applications for its 2025/2026 postgraduate programmes.
EducationNGR gathered that the admission covers PhD, MPhil/PhD, Master’s, and Postgraduate Diploma (PGD) programmes across various schools and specialised centres. The application process is fully online, and candidates are advised to complete each step carefully.
General Admission Requirements
PhD Programmes
Applicants must:
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Hold a Master’s degree from Federal University of Technology Minna or any recognised university
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Have a minimum of 60% or CGPA of 3.50 (5-point scale)
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Meet any additional departmental requirements where applicable
Master’s Degree Programmes
Applicants must possess one of the following:
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Second Class Honours (Lower Division) degree
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Third Class Honours degree with at least 2 years post-graduation experience
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HND (Lower Credit) plus PGD (Lower Credit) with 1 year experience
Some candidates may be required to sit for a qualifying examination (₦2,000 fee applies).
MPhil/PhD Programmes
Applicants must:
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Hold a relevant Master’s degree
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Have a minimum CGPA of 2.50
Candidates who do not meet the PhD CGPA requirement (3.50) may be considered for MPhil/PhD.
Additional notes:
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Professional Master’s degree holders are not eligible
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Applicants from non-English speaking countries must provide proof of English proficiency
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Three referee reports are required
Postgraduate Diploma (PGD)
Eligible candidates include those with:
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Third Class Honours degree
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HND (Lower Credit)
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OND (Lower Credit) with 1 year experience
Important Admission Notes
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NYSC discharge, exemption, or exclusion certificate is required
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Candidates with PASS grade at any level are not eligible
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Diploma holders must have at least CGPA 2.50 for Master’s admission
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Final admission decisions rest with the Postgraduate School Board
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Master’s programmes involve coursework, research, and thesis defence
Duration Of Programmes
PhD
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Full-time: 6–10 semesters
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Part-time: 10–14 semesters
MPhil/PhD
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2–4 semesters (full-time only)
Master’s Degree
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3–6 semesters (full-time only)
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Minimum CGPA of 2.50 must be maintained
Postgraduate Diploma
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3–6 semesters
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Minimum CGPA of 1.50 required
Schools And Centres Offering Programmes
Programmes are available across:
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School of Agriculture and Agricultural Technology
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School of Food Science and Agricultural Technology
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School of Agronomy and Forestry Technology
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School of Electrical Engineering and Technology
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School of Innovative Technology
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School of Architectural Technology
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School of Environmental Technology
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School of Information and Communication Technology
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School of Infrastructure, Process Engineering and Technology
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School of Life Sciences
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School of Physical Sciences
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School of Science and Technology Education
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Centre for Disaster Risk Management and Development Studies
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Centre for Human Settlements and Urban Development
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Africa Centre of Excellence for Mycotoxin and Food Safety
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Institute for Land and Community Resilience
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International Centre for Emerging Technology (ICET)
How To Apply For FUTMINNA Postgraduate Admission
All applications must be completed online via the official portal of Federal University of Technology Minna.
Applicants should:
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Create an account using a valid email and phone number
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Complete the application form accurately
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Submit the form online before the deadline
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Print the completed application form
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Application Opens: 27 February, 2026
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Application Closes: 20 April, 2026
Application Fee
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₦20,000 (excluding service charges)
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Payment is made online via Remita using MasterCard or Verve
Transcript And Referee Requirements
All MTech, MEng, MPhil/PhD, and PhD applicants must send official transcripts to:
The Secretary,
Postgraduate School,
Federal University of Technology Minna, Niger State
Transcripts may also be sent via email to pgs@futminna.edu.ng.
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PhD applicants must upload research proposals
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At least two referee reports must be submitted online before the deadline
Acceptance And Registration
Successful candidates are required to:
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Pay a non-refundable acceptance fee of ₦25,000
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Present original credentials for screening
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Pay school fees
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Complete departmental registration
Failure to complete these steps within the stipulated time may lead to forfeiture of admission.
Summary Of Key Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Institution | Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) |
| Academic Session | 2025/2026 |
| Programmes | PhD, MPhil/PhD, Master’s, PGD |
| Application Fee | ₦20,000 |
| Application Period | 27 Feb – 20 April, 2026 |
| Acceptance Fee | ₦25,000 |
| Mode of Application | Online |
| Key Requirement | Transcripts & Referee Reports |