Updated on 6 November 2026 · How we verify
Quick answer: FEDPONAM’s last published general UTME cut-off mark is 120. The national minimum JAMB set for polytechnics at its 2026 policy meeting (11 May 2026) is 100; FEDPONAM confirms its own 2026/2027 mark in its post-UTME/screening advert. Competitive courses require higher scores.
Last updated: November 2026 · Academic session: 2026/2027 · UTME year: 2026
Where the admission cycle stands (November 2026):
- 2026 UTME: held 16 – 25 April 2026; results released from 17 April 2026 (within 24 hours of the first papers).
- Cut-offs for 2026/2027: fixed at the JAMB policy meeting of 11 May 2026 (universities 150, colleges of nursing 150, polytechnics 100; NCE admission no longer requires UTME).
- Admissions now: institutions are uploading 2026/2027 offers to CAPS; JAMB deadline for polytechnics and monotechnics 31 December 2026. Accept any offer within four weeks.
- Next cycle: 2027 UTME registration is expected to open in late January 2027 — see the JAMB registration guide and JAMB exam date.
Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda (FEDPONAM) is a polytechnic in Zamfara State. This page gives you the JAMB and departmental cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session, explains exactly how the JAMB 2026 process feeds into it, and tells you what to verify on the school’s own portal before you pay or travel.
FEDPONAM at a glance
| Institution | Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda (FEDPONAM) |
| Type | Polytechnic |
| Location | Zamfara State |
| Official website | fedponam.edu.ng |
| Student / admission portal | fedponam.edu.ng |
| Academic session | 2026/2027 |
| JAMB national minimum (polytechnics) | 100 – set at the 2026 JAMB policy meeting; FEDPONAM may set a higher mark |
| Last published FEDPONAM general cut-off | 120 |
FEDPONAM JAMB cut-off mark 2026/2027
Two different numbers matter. The national minimum is fixed by JAMB at its annual policy meeting with vice-chancellors, rectors and provosts — for polytechnics it is currently 100. The institutional cut-off is FEDPONAM’s own threshold; a polytechnic may adopt the national minimum or raise it, but can never go below it.
FEDPONAM last published a general cut-off of 120. Treat that as a floor for planning: unless you are above it, you cannot be screened for any course.
Reality check: meeting the cut-off only qualifies you for screening. Admission is decided on your UTME score, O’Level grades, post-UTME/screening score and (for some schools) catchment and ELDS quotas. Aim at least 20–40 marks above the departmental figure for your course.
FEDPONAM departmental cut-off marks 2026/2027
Departmental marks published or compiled for FEDPONAM in previous sessions are listed below. They are indicative — actual marks shift every year with the number and quality of applicants.
FPKN Faculty of Medical Sciences Cut Off Mark
- Medicine – 250 and Above
FPKN Faculty of Law Cut Off Mark
- Law – 240 and above
FPKN Faculty of Engineering Cut Off Mark
- Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Computer, etc – 220 and above
FPKN Faculty of Science Cut Off Mark
- Industrial Chemistry, Industrial Physics, Computer Science, Geology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Anatomy, etc – 190 and above
Popular courses at FEDPONAM
Recommended Links: FPKN Cut Off Marks & FPKN School Fees, Accountancy, Architectural Technology, Banking and Finance, Building Technology, Business Administration and Management, Chemical Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Electrical / Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Office Technology And Management, Public Administration and more. See the full list of courses offered in FEDPONAM.
How FEDPONAM uses your cut-off: UTME, O’Level and screening
- Score at least the FEDPONAM general cut-off in UTME 2026 with the correct subject combination for your course.
- Upload your O’Level results to your JAMB profile (how to upload O'Level results); five relevant credits (including English and, for most courses, Mathematics) in not more than two sittings is the standard.
- Complete FEDPONAM’s screening/registration when the form is released and meet the O’Level requirement for your programme.
- Watch JAMB CAPS for your offer; accept it promptly and print your admission letter.
Verify before you pay or act: Cut-off figures above are the last published marks compiled for FEDPONAM. Institutions announced their 2026/2027 marks after the 11 May 2026 policy meeting, usually inside the post-UTME/screening advert. The only authoritative source for FEDPONAM is fedponam.edu.ng and the school’s official notice boards. If a figure here differs from what the school publishes, the school is right.
Frequently asked questions
What is the FEDPONAM cut-off mark for 2026/2027?
The national minimum for polytechnics is 100. FEDPONAM’s own general cut-off was last published as 120. Competitive courses require significantly more.
Is 100 enough to get into FEDPONAM?
Only if FEDPONAM adopts the national minimum and your course is not competitive. For popular courses you should target at least 200; for Medicine, Law, Pharmacy or Nursing, 250 and above.
Does FEDPONAM accept 100 or below?
No. No polytechnic may admit below JAMB’s national minimum of 100 for polytechnics. If you scored below it, consider the JAMB CAPS Marketplace or a different institution type with a lower minimum.
Is the departmental cut-off the same as the JAMB cut-off?
No. The JAMB (general) cut-off is the minimum to be considered at all. The departmental cut-off is the higher score a specific course actually requires after merit ranking and screening.
When does FEDPONAM release its cut-off mark each year?
Within weeks of the JAMB policy meeting (held 11 May 2026 for 2026/2027), usually inside the post-UTME/screening advert. For the 2027/2028 session expect it between May and July 2027.
More FEDPONAM admission resources
- FEDPONAM Admission Requirements 2026/2027
- Courses Offered in FEDPONAM
- FEDPONAM Post-UTME Result 2026/2027
- FEDPONAM Admission List 2026/2027
- FEDPONAM Admission Letter 2026/2027
- FEDPONAM School Fees 2026/2027
- FEDPONAM HND Admission Form 2026/2027
- FEDPONAM Admission Portal 2026/2027
- FEDPONAM Student Portal Login
JAMB 2026 guides every polytechnic aspirant should read
- JAMB Registration 2027: Expected Dates, Fee, Requirements & Step-by-Step Guide
- JAMB Cut-Off Marks 2026/2027: Universities, Polytechnics, Nursing Colleges & Colleges of Education
- Polytechnic Admission in Nigeria 2026/2027: ND via JAMB, HND, Cut-Off Marks & Requirements
- JAMB CAPS 2026/2027: How to Check Admission Status, Accept or Reject Admission
- JAMB Admission Letter 2026/2027: How to Print It Online (Fee & Steps)
- JAMB Change of Course & Institution 2026/2027: Fee, Deadline & How to Do It
Other polytechnics on JAMB Admission
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- Bauchi Institute of Arabic & Islamic Studies Bauchi (BIAISB)
- Kano State Polytechnic (KANOPOLY)
- Grace Polytechnic (GRACEPOLY)
- Polytechnic (THEPOLY)
- Nacabs Polytechnic (NACABSPOLY)
Browse all polytechnics in Nigeria by state.
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