If you are planning to study at Bayero University Kano (BUK) in the 2025/2026 session, understanding the general and departmental cut-off marks is key. This guide provides the official minimum scores required for admission across all courses.
Contents
- 🔹 General Cut Off Mark for BUK
- 🔹 Departmental Cut Off Marks
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social & Management Sciences
- Faculty of Arts & Islamic Studies
- Faculty of Computer Science & Information Technology
- Faculty of Agriculture
- 🔹 Admission Tips for BUK Aspirants
- 🔹 Common Questions About BUK Cut Off Marks
🔹 General Cut Off Mark for BUK
According to the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and BUK guidelines, the general cut-off mark is 180.
👉 Candidates who score 180 and above are eligible to apply for the BUK post-UTME.
👉 However, highly competitive courses require much higher scores.
Reference: BUK Admissions Portal | JAMB Official Guidelines
🔹 Departmental Cut Off Marks
Below is the detailed list of departmental cut-off marks for all BUK faculties:
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 250 |
| Nursing Science | 230 |
| Dentistry | 240 |
| Physiotherapy | 220 |
| Radiography | 220 |
| Anatomy | 200 |
| Physiology | 200 |
Faculty of Allied Health Sciences
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Science | 220 |
| Environmental Health | 200 |
| Public Health | 200 |
Faculty of Law
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Law | 230 |
Faculty of Engineering
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineering | 220 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 220 |
| Civil Engineering | 210 |
| Mechatronics Engineering | 210 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 200 |
| Chemical Engineering | 210 |
| Computer Engineering | 220 |
Faculty of Science
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Microbiology | 200 |
| Biochemistry | 200 |
| Computer Science | 210 |
| Chemistry | 190 |
| Physics | 190 |
| Mathematics | 180 |
| Biology | 180 |
| Statistics | 180 |
| Applied Biology | 180 |
| Plant Biology | 180 |
| Zoology | 180 |
Faculty of Social & Management Sciences
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Economics | 210 |
| Accounting | 220 |
| Business Management | 200 |
| Public Administration | 200 |
| Political Science | 200 |
| Sociology | 190 |
| Banking and Finance | 200 |
| Criminology | 190 |
| Mass Communication | 230 |
Faculty of Arts & Islamic Studies
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| English Language | 200 |
| Hausa | 180 |
| Arabic | 180 |
| Islamic Studies | 180 |
| History | 180 |
| Linguistics | 180 |
| Theatre and Performing Arts | 180 |
Faculty of Computer Science & Information Technology
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 210 |
| Software Engineering | 210 |
| Information Technology | 200 |
| Cybersecurity | 210 |
Faculty of Agriculture
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 180 |
| Fisheries | 180 |
| Forestry and Wildlife | 180 |
| Agricultural Economics | 180 |
| Animal Science | 180 |
| Crop Production | 180 |
| Soil Science | 180 |
🔹 Admission Tips for BUK Aspirants
- Aim to score above the cut-off for your chosen course.
- Upload your O’level results early on the JAMB CAPS portal.
- Ensure your subject combination matches the course requirements.
- Apply for post-UTME once the form is released.
- Remember: BUK does not accept second-choice candidates.
🔹 Common Questions About BUK Cut Off Marks
Q: Can I study Computer Science with 180?
A: ❌ No. You need at least 210.
Q: Does BUK accept second choice?
A: ❌ No. Only first-choice applicants are considered.
Q: When will the post-UTME form be out?
A: ✅ Usually between July and September. Check BUK’s official portal for updates.
Q: Does BUK accept two sittings?
A: ✅ Yes. You can combine WAEC and NECO results.
Q: Can I study Medicine with 240?
A: ⚠️ It’s possible, but 250 or higher gives you a stronger chance.
Bayero University Kano is one of Nigeria’s most prestigious federal universities. Admission is highly competitive, especially for Medicine, Law, Engineering, and Computer Science.
If your JAMB score meets or exceeds your course’s cut-off and you prepare well for post-UTME, your chances of admission are strong.
👉 Stay updated through the BUK Official Website and keep an eye on post-UTME announcements.
Good luck with your 2025 admission journey! 🎓
