The Bells University of Technology (BUT), Ota, currently offers its JUPEB Foundation Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. This one-year, campus-based foundation year provides an alternative route for gaining direct entry into 200-level degree studies, bypassing JAMB. This guide outlines everything you need to know in a structured, reader-friendly format.
1. Available Programmes
JUPEB candidates can apply into undergraduate departments across these colleges:
College of Natural & Applied Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Computer Science
- Culinary Science & Hospitality Management
- Food Technology (standard & Science with Business)
- Information Technology
- Industrial Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Nutrition & Dietetics
- Physics with Electronics
- Applied Mathematics & Statistics
College of Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Electrical & Electronics Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechatronics Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
College of Management Sciences
- Accounting
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Finance & Banking
- Management Technology
College of Environmental Sciences
- Architecture
- Building Technology
- Estate Management
- Quantity Surveying
- Surveying & Geoinformatics
- Urban & Regional Planning
2. Admission Requirements
To qualify for the JUPEB Foundation Programme, candidates must:
- Possess at least five (5) O’Level credit passes, including relevant subjects.
- Results may come from WAEC, NECO, NABTEB (single or two sittings).
3. How to Apply
Follow these steps to complete your application:
- Visit the JUPEB Application Portal.
- Select “Begin Application”.
- Register using a valid email and set a passcode. This email will serve as your Registration ID.
- Log in via Returning Applicant option.
- Pay the ₦10,000 application fee, plus ₦350 transaction charge, via the Interswitch platform.
- Retrieve your Application Form Number after payment.
- Log in again with your form number and passcode to complete the application.
- Review your entry carefully before submission—especially your photograph and personal data.
4. Key Programme Advantages
- Skip JAMB UTME, gain direct entry to 200-level.
- One-year residential programme.
- Examination by a recognized board.
- Wide range of programmes across key faculties.
5. Additional Important Tips
- Apply early to avoid delays and ensure timely submission.
- Double-check personal information and photo before final submission.
- Safeguard your login credentials—you’ll need them to track your status.
- Plan financially for fees, accommodation, and living expenses.
- Stay ready for next steps, such as JAMB Direct Entry processing after completing JUPEB.
- For inquiries, contact the Foundation Programme Office via:
- Phone: 0816 755 2060, 0706 103 0047
Summary Table
Item | Details |
|---|---|
Programme | JUPEB Foundation (1-year residential) |
Entry Level | Direct into 200-level degree programmes |
Available Faculties | Sciences, Engineering, Management, Environmental Sciences |
O’Level Requirement | 5 credits in relevant subjects (1–2 sittings) |
Application Fee | ₦10,000 + ₦350 transaction fee |
Application Platform | JUPEB Application Portal |
Registration Steps | Sign up → Pay → Get Form Number → Complete Form |
Key Tips | Apply early, verify details, secure login, budget, prepare for DE steps |
Contact Info | Phone: 0816 755 2060, 0706 103 0047 |
