How to Apply for FUNATO Post UTME/DE Form 2026
Securing your admission into a top agricultural and technological institution can be competitive, but the FUNATO Post UTME/DE Form for the 2026/2027 academic session is finally out to help you start your journey. The Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho has officially opened its application portal for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates.
If you are eager to build a career in technology, engineering, or modern agriculture, getting your application right is your very first priority. In this guide, we will break down the official cut-off marks, the entry requirements, and the easy steps to fill out your form without making any mistakes.
What Is the FUNATO Post UTME/DE Form About?
The FUNATO Post UTME/Direct Entry form is for candidates who seek undergraduate admission into the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The University is a specialised university with focus on agricultural education, scientific work and technology-based solutions for food security and sustainable development. Its teaching, research and practical training mandate is linked to the production of skilled graduates for service.
When Will FUNATO Admission Screening Registration Start and Close?
The online admission screening application will commence on Monday, 15 June 2026 and will close on Monday, 31 August 2026.
Candidates should complete the process within the stated period, since the notice states that there may be no extension of the registration period.
Who Is Eligible for FUNATO Post UTME Screening?
UTME candidates will be eligible for the FUNATO online admission screening exercise if they chose or changed their university of choice to the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho and scored a minimum of 150 in the 2026 UTME.
Candidates with the wrong UTME subject combination for their chosen programme will be required to change to the appropriate programme on JAMB CAPS before registration on the FUNATO portal.
What Age Requirement Applies to Candidates?
Candidates must have attained the age of 16 years on or before 30 September 2026.
This age condition applies to candidates seeking admission for the 2026/2027 academic session.
What O’Level Results Are Required?
All candidates must possess a minimum of five O’Level credit passes obtained at one sitting or six O’Level credit passes obtained at two sittings.
The credit passes must be in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, in WASSCE, NECO or GCE, as applicable to the chosen programme.
Who Is Eligible for FUNATO Direct Entry Screening?
Direct Entry candidates who wish to be considered for admission into the Federal University of Agriculture and Technology, Okeho for the 2026/2027 academic session must have obtained the Direct Entry Form from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB.
Such candidates must also have chosen or changed to FUNATO as their first choice university and must apply for the screening exercise.
When Should Direct Entry Transcripts Be Submitted?
Direct Entry candidates will be required to submit their transcript(s) to the Registrar not later than 31 August 2026.
The transcript(s) may include ‘A’ Level result, NCE, OND or HND, depending on the candidate’s entry qualification.
Which FUNATO Programmes Are Available for 2026/2027 Admission?
Candidates should apply only for approved programmes listed for the 2026/2027 academic session and they should ensure that they meet the admission requirements for their preferred course.
Detailed admission requirements for each programme may be checked through the FUNATO application page.
College of Livestock Development and Environmental Sciences
The available programmes are:
- B.Agric. Animal Science
- B.Sc. Fisheries and Aquaculture Management
- B.Sc. Forestry and Wildlife Management
- B.Sc. Environmental Management and Toxicology
College of Agricultural Development and Human Ecology
The available programmes are:
- B.Agric. Agricultural Economics
- B.Sc. Agribusiness
- B.Agric. Agricultural Extension and Rural Development
- B.Sc. Human Nutrition and Dietetics
- B.Sc. Hospitality and Tourism Management
College of Engineering and Technology
The available programmes are:
- B.Eng. Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering
- B.Eng. Civil Engineering
- B.Eng. Agricultural and Bio-systems Engineering
- B.Eng. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Eng. Mechatronics Engineering
- B.Eng. Food Science and Technology
College of Science and Computing
The available programmes are:
- B.Sc. Chemistry
- B.Sc. Microbiology
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Physics with Electronics
- B.Sc. Statistics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Biochemistry
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Software Engineering
- B.Sc. Cyber Security
College of Plant Science and Crop Production
The available programmes are:
- B.Agric. Soil Science
- B.Agric. Crop Science
- B.Sc. Horticulture and Landscape Management
- B.Agric. Plant and Environmental Biology
College of Environmental Design and Geospatial Technology
The available programmes are:
- B.Tech. Architecture
- B.Tech. Surveying and Geoinformatics
- B.Tech. Industrial Design
- B.Tech. Urban and Regional Planning
How Will Candidates Apply for FUNATO Post UTME/Direct Entry Screening?
Candidates will apply online through the FUNATO admission portal, using their JAMB Registration Number as the username and their surname as the initial password.
The application process is as follows:
- Visit the FUNATO admission portal.
- Log in with the JAMB Registration Number, for example, 202412345678EG.
- Use the candidate’s surname as the initial password, for example, OYESANMI, CHIBUZOR or UMAR.
- Pay the portal access fee and screening fee through the admission portal.
- Complete the online self-screening form.
- Print the payment success receipt.
- Ensure that O’Level results have been uploaded on JAMB CAPS before the close of the admission screening exercise.
Candidates should provide valid and active email addresses and phone numbers, since data modification will attract a fee.
How Much Is the FUNATO Post UTME Screening Fee?
Candidates will pay a portal access fee of ₦3,550 and a screening fee of ₦2,000.00 through the admission portal in favour of FUNATO.
Payment may be made by card, using a credit or debit ATM card or by bank transfer through direct bank account debit and internet banking tools.
When Will FUNATO Post UTME Screening Take Place?
The Post UTME screening will take place from 1 September 2026.
Candidates should ensure that their online screening details, contact information and O’Level upload status are correct before the close of the admission screening exercise.
What Should Candidates Do Before Final Submission?
Candidates should check their details carefully before final submission, since wrong entries may lead to a correction fee or affect the screening process.
The following items should be reviewed:
- JAMB Registration Number
- Surname used as portal password
- Chosen programme
- UTME subject combination
- O’Level result upload on JAMB CAPS
- Email address and phone number
- Payment success receipt
- Direct Entry transcript submission, where applicable
All enquiries and complaints regarding the screening exercise should be directed to the Registrar.
