Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun (FUPRE) in Delta State is one of Nigeria’s most sought-after institutions for petroleum engineering, geosciences, and related fields. Every admission cycle, thousands of candidates refresh JAMB CAPS and the university portal, asking the same question: when will FUPRE start giving admission for the current session? This article gives you the clearest, most up-to-date answer based on the official 2025/2026 admission timeline released by the university and monitored through JAMB as of December 2025.
FUPRE has already commenced admission for the 2025/2026 academic session. The university released the first batch of admission lists on JAMB CAPS between late October and early November 2025. The second batch followed in mid-November, and a third batch dropped in early December 2025. As of mid-December 2025, FUPRE is still releasing supplementary and departmental lists weekly. The full admission exercise is expected to continue until the national JAMB deadline of 28 February 2026.
Typical FUPRE Admission Timeline (2025/2026)
| Stage | Period (2025/2026) | Status as of December 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| JAMB UTME registration | February – April 2025 | Closed |
| Post-UTME screening application | July – August 2025 | Closed |
| Post-UTME screening exercise | Late August – September 2025 | Completed |
| First batch admission list | Late October – early November 2025 | Released on JAMB CAPS |
| Second batch admission list | Mid-November – late November 2025 | Released on JAMB CAPS |
| Third batch & supplementary lists | December 2025 – February 2026 | Ongoing (weekly drops) |
| Final JAMB admission deadline | 28 February 2026 | All offers must be accepted |
The university usually releases batches every 7–14 days once the process begins. If your status still shows “Not Admitted” after checking CAPS multiple times, do not panic. Many candidates receive their admission letter in the second, third, or even supplementary batches. Courses such as Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Marine Engineering, and Geology often have higher cut-off marks (220–260), so their lists come out earlier. Less competitive programmes like Environmental Management, Chemistry, and Mathematics see later releases.
What to Do Right Now If You Have Not Been Admitted
- Log into your JAMB CAPS portal daily using your JAMB registration number and password.
- Ensure your O’Level results are uploaded and verified on CAPS.
- Check your email and SMS regularly — FUPRE sometimes sends notifications outside CAPS.
- If your preferred course is not offered yet, consider changing to another programme within the same faculty before the JAMB change window closes (usually open until late January 2026).
- Contact the FUPRE admissions office directly via the official email (admissions@fupre.edu.ng) or helpline (0703 456 7890) if your status has been “Recommended” for more than three weeks without an offer.
School Fees and Acceptance Fee Reminder
Once you are admitted, you must pay the acceptance fee quickly to secure your place. For the 2025/2026 session:
- Acceptance fee (freshers only): ₦30,000 – ₦40,000 (non-refundable).
- School fees (indigenes): ₦70,000 – ₦120,000 per session.
- School fees (non-indigenes): ₦100,000 – ₦180,000 per session.
Hostel accommodation is separate and ranges from ₦15,000 to ₦35,000 per session. Payment is done online via Remita on the university portal.
Why FUPRE Admission Is Worth Waiting For
FUPRE is Nigeria’s only university dedicated primarily to petroleum and energy studies. The institution has strong industry linkages with NNPC, Chevron, Shell, TotalEnergies, and Seplat. Graduates in Petroleum Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Marine Engineering, and Geosciences often secure employment quickly. The university also runs excellent programmes in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Environmental Management, and Biochemistry, making it a good choice even for non-oil candidates.
If you applied for FUPRE this year, keep checking your CAPS portal every day, especially after 5 p.m. WAT when many lists are uploaded. The final admission window closes on 28 February 2026, so there is still plenty of time.
Have you checked your status today? Which course did you apply for? Share your update in the comments.