Federal University Dutse (FUD) Cut-Off Mark, Courses & School Fees For 2026 Admission
Jigawa State, in the far North-West, was one of the states without a federal university until 2011 changed that. Federal University Dutse arrived in that landmark year, planted in the state capital to give Jigawa’s young people — and students across the North-West — an affordable, federally-funded route into higher education. Over a decade later, FUD has matured into a respected federal university with particular strength in the sciences, agriculture, and a growing health-sciences profile.
This guide gives 2026 applicants the full picture: the cut-off mark, departmental scores, the complete course list, an affordable federal fee breakdown, and how to apply.
A Brief Introduction To FUD
Federal University Dutse, abbreviated FUD (and sometimes FUDutse), is a federal government-owned university located in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State, in Nigeria’s North-West. It was established in 2011 as one of the nine new federal universities created that year to widen access to federal tertiary education across under-served states.
FUD operates from its campus in Dutse and has built up its faculties steadily, now spanning the Sciences, Agriculture, Arts and Social Sciences, Management Sciences, Education, and — notably for a 2011-generation school — a developing College of Medicine and Health Sciences. The university has earned a particularly good reputation in the sciences, agriculture, and the basic medical sciences, and unlike some of its peers, FUD has made genuine progress in establishing medical and health programmes.
As a federal university, FUD offers the standard advantages: very affordable fees, federal recognition and resources, and a national catchment. Its Dutse location, as a state capital, gives it slightly more urban infrastructure than some rural federal campuses, while still keeping the lower cost of living typical of the North-West.
For comparison with other federal and northern options, our University of Ilorin guide covers a major federal university in the broader region, and the UNIOSUN cut-off calculation guide explains the aggregate scoring FUD and other universities use.
FUD’s 2026 Cut-Off Mark
Federal University Dutse set its general UTME cut-off at 150 for the 2026/2027 session, matching the national minimum approved at JAMB’s May 11, 2026 Policy Meeting. As a federal university serving an under-served region, FUD keeps its baseline accessible — good news for candidates with moderate JAMB scores.
The usual note applies, with one extra wrinkle: 150 makes you eligible, but FUD’s developing medical and health programmes are competitive and demand much higher departmental scores, alongside the usual higher benchmarks for Computer Science, the competitive sciences, and Accounting. Across FUD’s agriculture, education, arts, and many science courses, however, a score around 150–170 is realistically workable.
FUD Departmental Cut-Off Marks For 2026 (Estimated)
These guideline figures reflect typical competitiveness. They’re estimates from past patterns and can shift slightly each session.
| Course/Department | Estimated JAMB Cut-Off | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery (where available) | 230 – 260 | Very high |
| Nursing Science | 210 – 240 | High |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 195 – 225 | Moderate-high |
| Anatomy | 180 – 205 | Moderate-high |
| Physiology | 180 – 205 | Moderate-high |
| Public Health | 175 – 200 | Moderate-high |
| Computer Science | 180 – 205 | Moderate-high |
| Information Technology | 165 – 190 | Moderate |
| Cyber Security | 175 – 200 | Moderate-high |
| Mathematics | 155 – 180 | Accessible |
| Statistics | 155 – 180 | Accessible |
| Physics | 155 – 180 | Accessible |
| Chemistry | 155 – 180 | Accessible |
| Microbiology | 170 – 195 | Moderate |
| Biochemistry | 170 – 195 | Moderate |
| Biology / Biological Sciences | 160 – 185 | Accessible |
| Geology | 160 – 185 | Accessible |
| Industrial Chemistry | 160 – 180 | Accessible |
| Accounting | 175 – 200 | Moderate-high |
| Banking and Finance | 160 – 185 | Accessible |
| Business Administration | 160 – 185 | Accessible |
| Economics | 170 – 195 | Moderate |
| Public Administration | 155 – 180 | Accessible |
| Political Science | 165 – 190 | Moderate |
| Sociology | 155 – 180 | Accessible |
| Mass Communication | 180 – 205 | Moderate-high |
| English | 160 – 185 | Accessible |
| History | 150 – 175 | Accessible |
| Arabic | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Islamic Studies | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Hausa | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Agricultural Economics and Extension | 150 – 175 | Accessible |
| Animal Science | 150 – 175 | Accessible |
| Crop Production | 150 – 175 | Accessible |
| Soil Science | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Fisheries | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Forestry | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Education (Science) | 150 – 175 | Accessible |
| Education (Arts) | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
If your score lands in the 150–175 band, most of FUD’s catalogue is within reach — Agriculture, Education, the Arts (History, Arabic, Islamic Studies, Hausa), the social sciences, and many basic sciences. Medicine, Nursing, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Accounting, and Mass Communication are the ones to aim higher for — with Medicine especially demanding 230+.
FUD sets final admission on an aggregate of UTME and Post-UTME, calculated as our UNIOSUN cut-off calculation guide explains.
Courses Offered At FUD
FUD’s catalogue spans the sciences, agriculture, humanities, and a developing medical college. By faculty:
College of Medicine and Health Sciences (developing)
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) (where accredited)
- Nursing Science
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Public Health
Faculty of Science
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Cyber Security
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Industrial Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Biology / Biological Sciences
- Geology
Faculty of Agriculture
- Agricultural Economics and Extension
- Animal Science
- Crop Production and Protection
- Soil Science
- Fisheries and Aquaculture
- Forestry and Wildlife Management
- Food Science and Technology
Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
- Accounting
- Banking and Finance
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Public Administration
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Mass Communication
Faculty of Arts / Humanities
- English and Literary Studies
- History
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Hausa
- French
Faculty of Education
- Educational Foundations
- Science Education
- Arts and Social Science Education
- Guidance and Counselling
- Library and Information Science
A Postgraduate School offers Masters and PhD programmes across the faculties, with notable depth in the sciences and agriculture.
FUD’s progress in establishing medical and health-science programmes sets it somewhat apart from peers like FUWUKARI and FUDMA — making it a strong option for North-West students wanting affordable federal health-sciences training closer to home, alongside its core science and agriculture strengths.
FUD School Fees For 2026
A key advantage of FUD’s federal status is affordability — its fees are very low compared to state and private universities. Federal fees don’t carry an indigene/non-indigene split; they’re broadly uniform, with science, computing, and health courses costing a little more than arts due to laboratory and clinical expenses.
Freshers (100 Level) — Approximate Per Session
| Course Group | Tuition + Mandatory Charges (₦) |
|---|---|
| Arts/Humanities | ₦30,000 – ₦55,000 |
| Education | ₦30,000 – ₦55,000 |
| Management/Social Sciences | ₦35,000 – ₦65,000 |
| Agriculture | ₦40,000 – ₦70,000 |
| Sciences | ₦45,000 – ₦80,000 |
| Computer Science/Cyber Security | ₦55,000 – ₦90,000 |
| Nursing/Medical Lab/Basic Medical | ₦90,000 – ₦160,000 |
| Medicine (MBBS, where available) | ₦120,000 – ₦220,000 |
Returning Students (200 Level+) — Approximate Per Session
| Course Group | Per Session (₦) |
|---|---|
| Arts/Humanities/Education | ₦20,000 – ₦40,000 |
| Management/Social Sciences | ₦25,000 – ₦50,000 |
| Agriculture | ₦30,000 – ₦55,000 |
| Sciences | ₦35,000 – ₦65,000 |
| Computer Science | ₦45,000 – ₦75,000 |
| Nursing/Medical Lab | ₦80,000 – ₦140,000 |
| Medicine (MBBS) | ₦100,000 – ₦190,000 |
Fees run per session and cover the major mandatory charges. As with all federal universities, FUD’s tuition — even for Medicine — is a small fraction of what state and private universities charge, making it one of the most affordable routes to medical training in the country. For the broader federal benchmark, our UNILAG 100-level fees guide shows where another federal university lands.
Other Costs At FUD
| Item | Estimate (₦) |
|---|---|
| Acceptance fee (freshers) | ₦20,000 – ₦40,000 |
| Post-UTME/screening fee | ₦2,000 – ₦3,500 |
| ICT/technology fee | ₦6,000 – ₦12,000 |
| Examination fee | ₦6,000 – ₦11,000 |
| Laboratory/clinical fee | ₦7,000 – ₦18,000 |
| Departmental/faculty dues | ₦3,500 – ₦8,000 |
| SUG dues | ₦1,500 – ₦3,500 |
| Hostel (per session) | ₦18,000 – ₦40,000 |
| Health/medical fee | ₦4,000 – ₦9,000 |
| ID card | ₦1,500 – ₦4,000 |
| Books & materials | ₦30,000 – ₦80,000 |
| Feeding (monthly) | ₦18,000 – ₦40,000 |
A first-year student should budget around ₦150,000 – ₦350,000 for the first session depending on programme, with Nursing and Medicine at the higher end due to clinical materials and lab fees. FUD remains among the most economical universities in this series, thanks to low federal fees and the North-West’s modest cost of living.
Admission Requirements And How To Apply
FUD’s requirements follow the federal-university template. A 2026 UTME score of at least 150 (much higher for Medicine and the health sciences, and higher for Computer Science, Cyber Security, Accounting and Mass Communication), with FUD as first choice. On O’Level, five credits in not more than two sittings including English and Maths, plus three subjects relevant to your course — the health sciences and Medicine want Physics, Chemistry and Biology; Agriculture wants Biology, Chemistry and Agricultural Science; the management courses want Economics; Arabic and Islamic Studies value those subjects; education-subject combinations need a credit in the subject you intend to teach.
FUD runs a compulsory Post-UTME screening and accepts Direct Entry candidates with IJMB, JUPEB, A-Levels, ND, HND or NCE qualifications alongside the O’Level requirements.
The route: register and sit JAMB with FUD first → clear the cut-off and apply for Post-UTME on the FUD portal (fud.edu.ng), paying the screening fee → sit the Post-UTME → check JAMB CAPS and the FUD portal for your offer and accept it → pay the acceptance fee → settle session fees, register, sort accommodation, and resume.
Tips For FUD Applicants
FUD’s accessible cut-off and very affordable federal fees make it attractive — so the practical focus is course selection and a clean application, with a special note for the competitive health programmes. If you’re targeting Medicine, aim for 230+ and keep your Physics, Chemistry, and Biology grades excellent; for Nursing and the health sciences, 200+ is the realistic zone. For Computer Science, Cyber Security, Accounting, or Mass Communication, push toward 185+. For the many accessible agriculture, education, arts, and science courses, focus on matching your JAMB subjects correctly and getting your O’Level details right. List FUD first to maximise federal-catchment chances, and confirm accreditation status for the medical programmes before committing. A genuine point worth making: for North-West students who want affordable federal health-sciences training without travelling far south, FUD’s developing medical college is a real and valuable option.
For broader context, our University of Ilorin guide and ABSU cut-off guide show how other Nigerian universities handle admissions.
FUD Accommodation
| Hostel Type | Per Session (₦) |
|---|---|
| Male hostels | ₦18,000 – ₦35,000 |
| Female hostels | ₦20,000 – ₦40,000 |
| Postgraduate hostels | ₦40,000 – ₦60,000 |
| Off-campus (Dutse) | ₦70,000 – ₦220,000 yearly |
On-campus bed space is limited relative to demand, so many students rent off-campus around Dutse. As a state capital, Dutse offers somewhat more accommodation options than smaller federal-university towns, while remaining affordable by Nigerian standards.
FUD FAQs
Federal or state? Federal — owned by the Federal Government of Nigeria, established 2011 as one of nine new federal universities, located in Dutse, Jigawa State.
2026 cut-off? 150 general, with Medicine, the health sciences, Computer Science, Accounting and Mass Communication requiring higher departmental scores.
Can 150 get me in? Yes, for the great majority of FUD’s agriculture, education, arts, social science and many science courses. Medicine needs 230+.
Does FUD offer Medicine? FUD has a developing College of Medicine and Health Sciences, with Medicine, Nursing, Medical Lab Science and basic medical sciences. Always confirm the current accreditation status directly with the university before applying for Medicine.
Is there a Post-UTME? Yes — a compulsory Post-UTME screening for eligible candidates.
How affordable is FUD? Very — as a federal university, even Medicine costs a small fraction of private-university pricing, among the most affordable in this series.
What is FUD best known for? The sciences, agriculture, and a developing medical/health-sciences profile that sets it apart from some 2011-generation peers.
Is hostel guaranteed? No — bed space is limited, but Dutse off-campus housing is affordable, with somewhat more options as a state capital.
Is FUD a good choice despite being relatively young? Yes — established 2011, it’s a mature, NUC-accredited federal university with affordable fees, strong sciences, and developing health programmes.
Final Take
Federal University Dutse stands out among the 2011-generation federal universities for one key reason — its genuine progress in building a medical and health-sciences profile, on top of solid science and agriculture programmes. For North-West students especially, an affordable, federally-funded university with developing medical training in their own region is a significant advantage.
For 2026, the 150 cut-off keeps the door wide open for most courses, but the competitive programmes demand more — 230+ for Medicine, 200+ for the health sciences, 185+ for Computer Science and Accounting. Budget around ₦150,000 – ₦350,000 for the first session depending on programme, with federal status keeping even Medicine remarkably affordable. Choose the right course, nail your science grades for the health programmes, confirm medical accreditation, match your JAMB subjects, and list FUD first. As always, verify the current cut-off marks, fees, accredited programmes, and Post-UTME dates on the official JAMB portal and the FUD portal before applying, since the figures shift each session.
For an affordable federal university with strong sciences and a developing medical college in the North-West, FUD is a sensible and increasingly attractive choice.
