Prince Abubakar Audu University, formerly known as Kogi State University (KSU), is located in Anyigba, Kogi State. The university offers a wide range of degree programmes across several faculties.
If you plan to apply for the 2025/2026 admission session, knowing the right cut-off mark is very important. This guide explains the general cut-off mark, departmental requirements, and admission process for PAAU (KSU).
Contents
- General Cut-Off Mark for KSU 2025/2026
- Admission Requirements
- Departmental Cut-Off Marks for KSU 2025/2026
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Agriculture
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Law
- Most Competitive Courses at KSU
- How KSU Calculates Admission
- What to Do If You Score Below the Cut-Off
- Tips for Securing Admission into KSU
General Cut-Off Mark for KSU 2025/2026
The official JAMB-approved general cut-off mark for KSU is 140.
- This means candidates who scored 140 and above in UTME are eligible to apply for Post-UTME.
- However, some competitive courses (e.g., Law, Medicine, Mass Communication) require much higher scores.
⚠️ Note: Some sources list 150 as the general cut-off. While JAMB’s official minimum is 140, candidates are advised to target 150 and above to stand a better chance.
Admission Requirements
To qualify for admission into KSU, you must:
- Score at least 140 in JAMB UTME.
- Choose Prince Abubakar Audu University (KSU) as your first choice institution.
- Have at least five O’Level credits (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB), including English Language and Mathematics.
- Upload your O’Level results on the JAMB CAPS portal.
- Apply for KSU Post-UTME screening on the school portal when announced.
Departmental Cut-Off Marks for KSU 2025/2026
Below are the expected cut-off marks for each course. These are based on previous admission trends and may be updated when the school releases official figures.
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| English and Literary Studies | 160 |
| History and International Studies | 160 |
| Theatre Arts | 150 |
| Arabic | 140 |
| Philosophy | 140 |
| Christian Religious Studies | 140 |
| Islamic Studies | 140 |
Faculty of Management Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 170 |
| Banking and Finance | 150 |
| Business Administration | 160 |
| Public Administration | 160 |
Faculty of Natural Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 180 |
| Chemistry | 160 |
| Computer Science | 180 |
| Geology | 160 |
| Industrial Chemistry | 160 |
| Mathematics | 150 |
| Microbiology | 180 |
| Physics | 150 |
| Plant Science & Biotechnology | 150 |
| Statistics | 150 |
| Zoology | 150 |
Faculty of Social Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Economics | 170 |
| Geography | 150 |
| Mass Communication | 180 |
| Political Science | 170 |
| Sociology | 160 |
Faculty of Agriculture
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Agriculture | 150 |
| Fisheries & Aquaculture | 150 |
| Food Science & Technology | 160 |
| Home Science | 150 |
Faculty of Education
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Education and Biology | 150 |
| Education and Chemistry | 150 |
| Education and CRS | 140 |
| Education and Economics | 150 |
| Education and English | 160 |
| Education and Geography | 140 |
| Education and Islamic Studies | 140 |
| Education and Mathematics | 140 |
| Education and Physics | 140 |
| Education and Political Science | 150 |
| Educational Admin & Planning | 140 |
| Library & Information Science | 150 |
| Human Kinetics | 140 |
| Social Studies | 140 |
| Guidance & Counselling | 140 |
Faculty of Law
| Course | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Law | 200 |
Most Competitive Courses at KSU
Some courses attract very high numbers of applicants every year. To secure admission, you must aim above the listed minimum.
- Law – 200+
- Mass Communication – 180+
- Computer Science – 180+
- Microbiology – 180+
- Accounting – 170+
- Economics – 170+
- Political Science – 170+
How KSU Calculates Admission
KSU does not conduct a written Post-UTME exam. Instead, it uses a screening system based on JAMB and O’Level results.
- O’Level Grading System:
- A1 = 10 points
- B2 = 9 points
- B3 = 8 points
- C4 = 7 points
- C5 = 6 points
- C6 = 5 points
The best five subjects are graded and added to your UTME score to determine your admission ranking.
What to Do If You Score Below the Cut-Off
If you did not meet your course cut-off:
- Consider switching to a course with a lower cut-off.
- Use the JAMB Change of Course option.
- Apply for part-time or diploma programmes.
- Try again in the next JAMB session.
Tips for Securing Admission into KSU
- Score well above the general cut-off.
- Always choose KSU as your first choice.
- Upload O’Level results early on JAMB CAPS.
- Apply for Post-UTME on time.
- Follow all official updates on ksu.edu.ng.
Admission into Prince Abubakar Audu University (KSU) is merit-based. Your JAMB score and O’Level results must align with your chosen course requirements.
Highly competitive courses like Law, Computer Science, and Mass Communication demand higher scores. Apply wisely, prepare well, and ensure all requirements are met on time.
📌 Disclaimer: Departmental cut-off marks provided here are based on past trends and may be updated when the university releases official figures.
