The Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Katsina State, has officially announced the commencement of its screening and registration exercise for the 2025/2026 academic session. This is a crucial stage for all prospective students who applied to FUDMA through the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) or Direct Entry (DE), and it marks the beginning of their academic journey into one of Nigeria’s rapidly growing federal universities.
If you’re an aspirant of FUDMA, this guide will provide you with everything you need to know—eligibility, requirements, cutoff marks, registration steps, deadlines, and tips for a successful screening.
📌 About Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA)
Established in 2011, FUDMA has consistently grown in popularity due to its commitment to academic excellence and steady infrastructural development. Located in Katsina State, the university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various faculties, including Sciences, Arts, Management, Social Sciences, Law, Engineering, Agriculture, and Health Sciences.
Every year, thousands of candidates apply to FUDMA, making the screening and registration exercise a very competitive process. For the 2025/2026 session, the management has laid out clear guidelines for all applicants to ensure transparency and smooth conduct of the exercise.
📌 Screening and Registration Timeline
The university announced that the screening/registration exercise began on Wednesday, 23rd July 2025, and closed on Wednesday, 5th August 2025, by midnight.
It is important to note that late registration is not allowed, and candidates who failed to complete their registration within the stipulated period automatically lost their chance of being considered for admission.
- Registration Period: 23 July – 5 August 2025
- Screening Fee: ₦2,000 only
📌 Eligibility Criteria for FUDMA Screening 2025/2026
FUDMA has specific criteria that candidates must meet before being considered for the screening exercise.
1. UTME Candidates
- Must have chosen FUDMA as their first choice during JAMB registration.
- Must have scored a minimum of 150 marks in the UTME.
- Some departments require higher cutoff marks:
- 180 and above: Health Sciences, Law, Engineering
- 160 and above: Accounting, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Mass Communication, Biochemistry, Microbiology
- 150 and above: All other courses
2. Direct Entry (DE) Candidates
Applicants seeking admission via Direct Entry must have one of the following qualifications:
- At least a Lower Credit in ND or National Innovative Diploma
- A minimum of 9 points at NCE
- A minimum of 6 points at IJMB (with at least 3 points in each subject for Health Sciences, or 1 point in each for other programs)
📌 Step-by-Step Guide to FUDMA Screening Registration
Here’s how candidates were instructed to register for the 2025/2026 screening exercise:
Step 1: Visit the Registration Portal
- Go to myportal.fudutsinma.edu.ng
- Click on “Start Here” to create a new account.
Step 2: Create Your Profile
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number.
- Provide a valid and active email address and phone number.
- Set a password and verify your email through the confirmation link sent to you.
Step 3: Fill in Your Details
- Log into your portal and update your personal and academic records.
- Input at least five O’Level subjects with corresponding grades. Candidates awaiting results could also apply by selecting “Awaiting Result.”
- Upload other necessary information.
Step 4: Pay the Screening Fee
- Go to the “Fees & Charges” section of the portal.
- Pay the ₦2,000 screening fee through the available payment options (usually via Remita or bank transfer).
- Print out the payment receipt after successful payment.
Step 5: Print Your Screening Slip
- After payment, print the PUTME schedule slip, which contains your screening date, time, and other vital information.
Step 6: Online Screening/CBT
- About two days before the screening test, candidates receive their login credentials via email.
- The screening is conducted online through a Computer-Based Test (CBT) system.
Step 7: Physical Verification
- After the online screening, successful candidates are invited for physical verification of credentials.
- Documents required include:
- JAMB result slip
- O’Level results (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB)
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- Local government identification letter
- For DE candidates: ND/NCE/IJMB results
Candidates without proper documentation are automatically disqualified from the admission process.
📌 Why the Screening is Important
The screening exercise serves multiple purposes:
- Verification of Academic Records – to ensure only genuine candidates are admitted.
- Merit-based Admission – cutoff marks help regulate admissions based on performance.
- Transparency – online registration and CBT screening reduce bias and manipulation.
- Preparation for University Life – it introduces candidates to digital processes, which they will encounter throughout their studies.
📌 Tips for Success in FUDMA Screening
- Register Early – Don’t wait until the deadline; network issues can frustrate late applicants.
- Use a Valid Email & Phone Number – All communication (including login details) will be sent there.
- Prepare for CBT – Review past UTME questions in your subject combination.
- Keep All Documents Ready – Both originals and photocopies will be required.
- Follow Instructions Carefully – A mistake in your details can affect your admission chances.
📌 What Happens After Screening?
Once the screening and verification are concluded:
- FUDMA will forward results to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
- The university will then release the admission list in batches (first, second, and supplementary).
- Candidates offered admission must log into JAMB CAPS to accept the offer before proceeding with university registration.
