Undergraduate FUTA School Fees for 2026
The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has released its updated fee structure for the 2025/2026 academic year. All undergraduate programs follow a standard fee schedule, with tuition free for both new and returning students. However, students must pay for various academic services including laboratory, ICT, and examination charges.
FUTA School Fees for New Students (100 Level)
Freshers are required to pay a total of ₦258,000 for the 2025/2026 session. This amount covers all mandatory charges except tuition, which is free. Below is the detailed breakdown:
- Online registration for 1st and 2nd semesters: ₦2,000
- Laboratory and workshop charges: ₦10,000
- Examination charges: ₦12,000
- Certificate verification: ₦20,000
- Caution fee: ₦20,000
- Identity card (valid for two sessions): ₦5,000
- Student handbook (revised edition): ₦3,000
- NUGA games: ₦1,000
- Sports services: ₦3,000
- Medical examination: ₦20,000
- Endowment fund: ₦20,000
- Medical (TISHIP and others): ₦10,000
- Matriculation charges: ₦10,000
- Library charges: ₦2,500
- University calendar: ₦7,000
- ICT development: ₦20,000
- School due: ₦5,000
- Departmental due: ₦5,000
- Municipal charges: ₦23,000
- Students Welfare Insurance Scheme: ₦2,000
- Students Union fee: ₦2,500
- Entrepreneurship: ₦10,000
- Development levy: ₦20,000
- Campus security: ₦5,000
- Accreditation fee: ₦20,000
Total: ₦258,000
FUTA School Fees for Returning Students (200L to 500L)
Returning students pay lower fees as they are exempt from charges like certificate verification, caution fee, medical examination, and endowment fund. The fee structure varies by year of study:
- 200 Level: ₦80,000
- 300 Level: ₦80,500
- 400 Level: ₦68,000
- 500 Level: ₦75,000
These amounts cover charges such as online registration, laboratory and workshop fees, examination fees, identity card, sports services, medical (TISHIP), library, industrial training (where applicable), ICT development, school due, departmental due, municipal charges, students welfare insurance, students union fee, entrepreneurship, development levy, and FYB (for 500L).
How to Pay FUTA School Fees for 2026
All fee payments are made through the official FUTA student portal using the Remita platform. Follow these steps:
- Visit the FUTA FIRARS portal.
- Log in with your JAMB registration number (new students) or matriculation number (returning students).
- Complete the Student Biodata registration if required.
- Click on 'Generate Invoice' to obtain a Remita Retrieval Reference (RRR) number.
- Pay online using a debit card on the portal, or print the invoice and pay at any Nigerian commercial bank via Remita.
- Return to the portal, enter your RRR number to confirm payment, and proceed with course registration.
FUTA Acceptance Fee
New students must pay a non-refundable acceptance fee of ₦50,000 to confirm their admission. Additionally, an application fee of ₦20,000 is also mandatory. Payment is made through the FUTA Admission Portal using the same Remita process.
FUTA Hostel Fees
Accommodation on campus is available for students who have paid their full school fees. Hostel rates range from ₦28,000 to ₦300,000 depending on amenities and room occupancy. Off-campus housing is also an option.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much will FUTA tuition fees be in 2026? Tuition is free for the 2025/2026 academic year. Students only pay for other academic charges.
How much is the school fee at FUTA? New students pay ₦258,000; returning students pay between ₦68,000 and ₦80,500 depending on their level.
Is FUTA a private school? No, FUTA is a federal government-owned university established in 1981.
How much are FUTA school fees for nursing and engineering? Both programs follow the standard fee structure: ₦258,000 for new students and the applicable returning student fees.
Does FUTA accept instalment payments? Yes, returning students may pay in two equal instalments per session.
Does FUTA offer accommodation? Yes, on-campus hostels are available at varying rates.
