FULAFIA Post-UTME & Direct Entry Screening 2025/2026 Begins — What You Must Know
Who Should Apply?
If you chose Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) as your first choice in the 2025 UTME or you’re a Direct Entry candidate, the screening form is now available online. This is your first step to gaining admission into one of Nigeria’s fast-growing federal universities.
But before you apply, check if you meet the requirements.
Eligibility Criteria
UTME Applicants:
- Must have at least five credits (including English and Mathematics) in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB — two sittings max.
- Must score a minimum of 170 in UTME. Note that some competitive courses require higher scores (see departmental list below).
Direct Entry Candidates:
- You must possess at least a Lower Credit or Merit in your qualification.
Departmental Cut-Off Marks
Some departments have higher benchmarks. Here’s a breakdown:
Faculty of Medicine & Health Sciences
- Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) – 230
- Medical Lab Science (MLS) – 220
- Nursing Science – 210
- Radiography – 210
- Human Anatomy & Physiology – 200
Faculty of Agriculture (All 170)
- Agric. Economics & Extension
- Agronomy
- Animal Science
- Fisheries & Aquaculture
- Forestry & Wildlife Management
Faculty of Arts
- English & Literary Studies – 180
- Theatre Arts – 180
- Others (e.g., Arabic, CRS, French, Hausa, History, Islamic Studies, Philosophy) – 170
Faculty of Life Sciences
- Biochemistry – 180
- Microbiology – 180
- Science Lab Tech – 180
- Others (Plant Science, Zoology) – 170
Faculty of Physical Sciences (All 170)
- Chemistry, Geology, Industrial Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics
Management Sciences
- Accounting, Business Admin, Public Admin – 180
- Others (Entrepreneurship, Petroleum Info, Procurement) – 170
Faculty of Education (All 170)
Includes Business Education, Special Education, all Science and Language Education combinations, Early Childhood, Guidance & Counselling, and more.
Social Sciences
- Economics, Mass Comm., Pol. Science, Sociology – 180
- Psychology, Criminology, Social Work – 170
Faculty of Computing
- Computer Science – 180
- Cyber Security, Information Tech – 170
Environmental Design
- Architecture, Building, Fine Arts, Geography, Industrial Design – 170
Registration Timeline
- Start Date: 21st July 2025
- Closing Date: 22nd August 2025
- Fee: ₦2,000 (non-refundable)
How to Apply — Step-by-Step Guide
- Go to the official FULAFIA application portal.
- Click APPLY to create an account.
- Select Post UTME Application 2025/2026.
- Enter your JAMB number, email, and password. Click Proceed.
- You’ll receive a unique number (starts with FULUG…). Use this as your new login ID.
- Log in again, verify your profile, and fill any missing details.
- Choose your preferred payment method:
- Pay online via Remita
- Or print an invoice and pay at the bank
- Other options: USSD, internet banking, or Paga
Important: Always start your payment from the FULAFIA portal. Codes generated elsewhere won’t be accepted.
After Payment – What’s Next?
- Upload and verify your O’level results.
- Return to your dashboard, refresh, and print your application summary and receipt.
- Wait for further admission updates.
Note for Remedial/IJMB Candidates
Even if you previously enrolled in FULAFIA’s Remedial or IJMB programme, you must still apply for the screening to be considered for 100 or 200 level admission.
Final Word
If you’re aiming for FULAFIA this year, don’t wait till the last minute. Start your application early, double-check your details, and follow the official procedure.
Visit the FULAFIA application portal to begin.
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