Getting your UTME result is a big step, but the next question most candidates ask is simple: Does my score meet the required cut off mark?

If you are planning to study at the Federal University of Technology, Minna, for the 2025/2026 academic session, knowing the approved cut off marks helps you decide your next move early. It also gives you a clear idea of how competitive your chosen course may be.

For the 2025/2026 admission cycle, FUTMINNA has fixed the general minimum cut off mark at 150. However, several courses require higher scores due to demand and competition.

This guide explains what the cut off mark means, lists the approved scores by school and course, and highlights other requirements you should not ignore.

FUTMINNA Cut Off Marks by School and Course

The cut off mark is the minimum UTME score required to qualify for the Post UTME screening exercise.

If your score meets or exceeds the required mark:

  • You can apply for the Post UTME screening

  • Your application will be considered for admission

  • You can move forward with registration and document submission

If your score falls below the required mark:

  • You will not be eligible for that course

  • You may need to consider a course change

For the 2025/2026 session, the general cut off mark is 150, while competitive courses are from 170 to 200. Courses in engineering, ICT, health, and architecture usually have higher requirements.

Below is the full list of cut off marks according to the schools.

School of Agronomy & Forestry Technology (SAFT)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Crop Production

150

Soil Science and Land Management

150

Horticulture

150

Forestry and Wildlife Technology

150

School of Agricultural Management & Extension Technology (SAMET)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Agricultural Economics and Farm Management

150

Agricultural Extension and Rural Development

150

Agribusiness

150

School of Architectural Technology (SAT)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Architecture

200

Interior Architecture and Design

180

Landscaping Architecture

180

Furniture Design Architecture

180

School of Environmental Technology (SET)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Building

150

Estate Management & Valuation

150

Quantity Surveying

150

Surveying and Geoinformatics

150

Urban and Regional Planning

150

School of Electrical Engineering and Technology (SEET)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Computer Engineering

200

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

180

Mechatronics Engineering

200

Telecommunication Engineering

170

School of Food Science & Agricultural Technology (SFAT)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Water Resources, Aquaculture and Fisheries Tech

150

Food Science Technology

160

Animal Production

150

Human Nutrition and Dietetics

160

School of Information and Communication Technology (SICT)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Computer Science

200

Cyber Security Science

200

Data Science

170

Information Technology

170

Information Science and Media Studies

150

Software Engineering

200

School of Infrastructure, Process Engineering and Technology (SIPET)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering

160

Chemical Engineering

170

Civil Engineering

200

Food Engineering

160

Material and Metallurgical Engineering

160

Mechanical Engineering

200

Petroleum and Gas Engineering

170

School of Innovative Technology (SIT)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Entrepreneurship

150

Logistics and Transport Technology

150

Project Management Technology

150

School of Life Sciences (SLS)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Animal Biology

150

Biochemistry

180

Forensic Science

170

Microbiology

180

Plant Biology

150

Public Health

200

School of Physical Sciences (SPS)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Applied Geophysics

150

Chemistry

150

Geography

150

Geology

150

Industrial Mathematics

150

Mathematics

150

Meteorology

150

Physics

150

Statistics

150

School of Science Technology Education (SSTE)

Course

Cut Off Mark

Educational Technology

150

Industrial and Technology Education

150

Library and Information Science

150

Biology Education

150

Chemistry Education

150

Geography Education

150

Mathematics Education

150

Physics Education

150

Other Requirements Besides Cut Off Marks

Meeting the cut off mark alone is not enough to gain admission. You must also satisfy other academic conditions.

These include:

  • Correct UTME subject combination based on your chosen course

  • Minimum of five O Level credits

  • Credits must include English Language and Mathematics

  • Results must be from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB

  • A maximum of two sittings allowed

Always confirm your subject requirements using the official admission guide before submitting your application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is FUTMINNA's general cut off mark for 2025/2026?
A: The general cut off mark for the 2025/2026 admission session is 150. However, some competitive courses require higher scores.

Q: Which courses require a 200 cut off mark in FUTMINNA?
A: Courses such as Architecture, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, and Public Health require 200 and above.

Q: Can I gain admission with 150 in FUTMINNA?
A: Yes. You can gain admission with 150 into many programmes, especially courses in education, agriculture, and physical sciences.

Q: Is meeting the cut off mark enough to secure admission?
A: No. Meeting the cut off mark only qualifies you for screening. Final admission depends on your screening performance and available spaces in your chosen course.

Q: Can I change my course if my score is low?
A: Yes. You can apply for a change of course to programmes with lower cut off marks if your UTME score does not meet the requirements for your preferred course.

Q: Where can I confirm FUTMINNA Post UTME screening updates?
A: You should check official announcements from the university and your admission portal regularly for screening dates and instructions.