Federal University Gashua (FUGA): Courses, Requirements, Fees & Admission Guide 2026/2027

Federal University Gashua (FUGA): Courses, Requirements, Fees & Admission Guide 2026/2027

Federal University Gashua (FUGA) is a federal university in Gashua, Yobe State, established in 2013. It offers undergraduate programmes across areas including health and medical sciences, computing, law, engineering, sciences, education, management and social sciences.

For the 2026/2027 admission exercise, FUGA has published a current Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening notice. This guide brings together the important information prospective students need about FUGA courses, admission requirements, UTME score, screening, Direct Entry, fees and the application process. Where a figure belongs to a particular admission cycle, it is identified as such rather than treated as a permanent university rule.

About Federal University Gashua

Federal University Gashua is located on Nguru Road in Gashua, Yobe State. The university’s official website describes its academic offering as covering bachelor and applied degree programmes, with faculties and programmes spanning several fields.

FUGA is also one of the federal universities listed by the National Universities Commission. Its relatively recent establishment means applicants should pay close attention to the university’s current admission notices rather than relying on old information copied from earlier sessions.

FUGA Courses and Programmes

FUGA offers programmes in a number of academic areas. Its official website currently highlights fields such as:

  • Health and medical sciences
  • Computer science and related computing programmes
  • Law
  • Civil engineering and other science and technology fields
  • Mathematics and the natural sciences
  • English and other arts and humanities programmes
  • Education
  • Management and social sciences

The exact course list and admission requirements can change as programmes are approved or revised. Before selecting a course, check the current JAMB brochure and FUGA’s admission information for that programme.

FUGA UTME Admission Requirements

For the 2026/2027 screening exercise, FUGA states that UTME candidates with a score of 150 or above are eligible for the university’s online screening. This is a screening eligibility threshold, not a promise of admission.

FUGA’s current screening instructions also require candidates to provide their UTME information, select their entry mode and supply their O’level results. The university states that candidates should have five relevant O’level credits, including Mathematics and English, in not more than two sittings.

Programme-specific requirements still matter. A candidate who meets the general 150-point screening threshold may still fail to satisfy the subject or O’level requirements for a particular course.

FUGA Direct Entry Requirements

FUGA accepts eligible Direct Entry candidates through the qualifications recognised for the relevant programme. For the 2026/2027 screening notice, the university says Direct Entry candidates must have chosen FUGA as their first choice and lists Lower Credit and above in HND and ND, Credit or Merit in NCE, and IJMB with 6 points and above among the qualifying credentials.

Direct Entry applicants should still confirm the requirements for their specific course and ensure that their JAMB Direct Entry application and university screening information agree. A qualification that is acceptable for one programme may not be sufficient for another.

FUGA Cut-Off Mark

For the current 2026/2027 screening exercise, the published general UTME eligibility threshold is 150. This should not be confused with a guaranteed admission score.

FUGA’s previous 2025/2026 screening notice used higher programme-specific thresholds for some courses. For example, it listed 170 for Biochemistry, Computer Science and Microbiology, and 160 for Biology. Those figures belong to the earlier session and should not be presented as the confirmed 2026/2027 requirement for those programmes.

The safest approach is to check the current FUGA notice and the requirements for the exact course you selected.

FUGA Post-UTME Screening 2026/2027

FUGA’s current notice says the 2026/2027 online screening runs from 7 September 2026 to 7 October 2026. Eligible UTME candidates must have scored at least 150, while eligible Direct Entry candidates must meet the published qualification requirements.

The university states that the screening registration fee is ₦2,000 for the 2026/2027 exercise. Applicants should use the official FUGA website and its linked portal rather than paying through an agent or an unofficial link.

Information required during the screening application

  • JAMB registration number
  • First name and surname
  • Entry mode, either UTME or Direct Entry
  • Email address and password
  • UTME first and second choices
  • UTME subject combination and score
  • Personal and biodata information
  • Recent passport photograph
  • Five relevant O’level credits and their details
  • Previous institution and qualification details for Direct Entry candidates
  • Scanned copies of required certificates and results

FUGA says applicants may update awaiting O’level results during the application process. Candidates should nevertheless provide accurate information and complete the application carefully before final submission.

How to Apply for FUGA Post-UTME

  1. Confirm that you meet the current UTME or Direct Entry eligibility conditions.
  2. Make sure your JAMB information and chosen programme are correct.
  3. Visit the official Federal University Gashua website and follow the current admission or screening link.
  4. Create a screening account using the requested JAMB and personal details.
  5. Confirm your email account if the portal sends a confirmation message.
  6. Generate the payment information and pay the official ₦2,000 screening fee through the approved payment options.
  7. Log back into the portal after payment.
  8. Complete the course, biodata, O’level and qualification sections.
  9. Upload the required documents and passport photograph.
  10. Review everything before submitting the application.
  11. Keep your login details, payment evidence and application information safe.

FUGA’s 2026/2027 notice states that applicants may later be invited for physical screening or an aptitude test. Candidates should therefore continue checking official university announcements after completing the online application.

FUGA School Fees and Other Charges

There is no single tuition figure that should be quoted for every FUGA undergraduate. Charges can depend on the programme, student status and the applicable registration schedule.

For this reason, this guide does not present an old fee schedule as the confirmed 2026/2027 school fees. Students should use the current payment information provided through FUGA’s official student or registration system when their registration stage opens.

Applicants should also keep their Post-UTME screening fee separate from later university registration charges. The ₦2,000 figure currently published by FUGA is specifically for the 2026/2027 screening exercise.

What Happens After FUGA Screening?

Completing the Post-UTME screening form does not mean that admission has been granted. Candidates still have to pass through the applicable admission process involving the university and JAMB.

After the screening stage, monitor the official FUGA admission announcements and your JAMB admission status. If JAMB CAPS records an admission offer, follow the instructions for accepting the offer and completing the next registration steps.

Do not hand over your JAMB login details to an agent who claims to be able to force an admission decision. No legitimate agent can guarantee a place simply because you paid them.

Documents to Prepare for FUGA Admission

The exact documents required can vary by stage, but prospective students should keep their JAMB registration details, O’level results, passport photograph, payment evidence and relevant Direct Entry certificates available where applicable.

Before uploading anything, check the current FUGA instruction page. If the university requests a particular format or additional document, follow that instruction instead of relying on an old checklist.

Common FUGA Admission Mistakes

  • Assuming that 150 automatically guarantees admission.
  • Using an old programme-specific cut-off as the current requirement.
  • Ignoring the O’level subjects required for the chosen course.
  • Entering a wrong JAMB registration number or UTME score.
  • Uploading unclear or incorrect documents.
  • Paying the screening fee through an unofficial website.
  • Giving an agent access to your JAMB password or other sensitive credentials.
  • Stopping communication with the university after submitting the screening form.

FUGA Admission FAQs

What is the FUGA cut-off mark for 2026/2027?

For the 2026/2027 screening exercise, FUGA says UTME candidates who scored 150 and above are eligible for screening. This is an eligibility threshold, not a guarantee of admission.

How much is FUGA Post-UTME screening for 2026/2027?

FUGA’s current 2026/2027 notice states that candidates are to pay ₦2,000 for the online screening registration.

Does FUGA accept Direct Entry?

Yes. FUGA’s 2026/2027 screening notice includes Direct Entry candidates who meet its stated qualification and first-choice requirements.

Can I use two O’level sittings for FUGA?

FUGA’s current screening instructions require five relevant O’level credits, including Mathematics and English, in not more than two sittings.

Is scoring 150 enough to get admission into FUGA?

No. Scoring 150 makes an eligible UTME candidate qualified for the current screening exercise, but admission also depends on the programme requirements and the wider admission process.

When does FUGA 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening close?

The university’s published notice gives 7 October 2026 as the closing date for the 2026/2027 online screening exercise. Candidates should not wait until the final day in case they encounter payment, email or document-upload problems.

Official FUGA Resources

If you are comparing federal universities in the North, you can also read our guides to Bayero University Kano (BUK), Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) and Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU).

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