Kogi State University (KSU) JAMB cut off mark for all courses available 2024/2025 academic session has been approved by the management and school authority.
Here, KSU JAMB and post UTME cut off mark for all courses vary. As in cut off marks are apportioned based on the courses offered. We are aware from our comment section that many are unaware of what cut off marks stand for.
So to whom it may concern, JAMB Cut off marks are the minimum required scores or points candidates who sits for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are required to score in order for him or her to be eligible for post UTME screening exercise and if successful, could possibly gain admission into the institution of his or her choice as selected during their UTME registration.
In this post, we have provided our readers with the approved JAMB cut off mark for KSU – Kogi State University, Anyigba, this cut off mark works for post UTME also, with this information, you can confirm below if you are eligible to sit for their post UTME when the forms are available for sale to candidates.
KSU JAMB Cut Off Mark For All Courses 2024/2025 Academic Session
This is the approved JAMB cut off mark for candidates that chose KSU and participated in the UTME. Candidates that scores up to the minimum required cut off mark as seen below automatically becomes eligible to sit for the post UTME and partake in their internal screening exercise as reiterated earlier.
We often remind candidates, only prospective students who score up to the minimum cut off mark and those who score above all have equal eligibility status to sit for Kogi State University post UTME aptitude test and only successful candidates would be called upon.
Also, note that scoring above the JAMB and post UTME cut off mark does not imply automatic admission into KSU – Kogi State University as this depends on the admission slot allotted for each department.
All department are assigned a quota, this determines the number of students to be admitted for that department. At KSU , admission is based on merit which means that despite passing your post UTME you still have the best to compete with in order to gain admission.
In summary of the above, the higher your JAMB and post UTME scores, the better your chances of gaining admission into KSU (Kogi State University).
After the above, candidates are to wait for admission list to be released and if successful, candidates would be required to pay an non-refundable acceptance fee.
See the approved JAMB and post UTME cut off mark for KSU – Kogi State University as approved by JAMB. It is the minimum cut off mark for courses offered in 2024/2025 academic session at the end of this post.
Candidates should note that the benefits of scoring above KSU – Kogi State University cut off mark for 2024/2025 academic session is that it affords candidates a much higher chances of clinching admission to study their chosen course.
Documents required and admission requirements at KSU includes the following;
A) Original copy of JAMB admission letter, duly printed.
B) Candidates applying for admission into Kogi State University must have a minimum of 5 credits in Mathematics and English and other relevant subjects as it relates to his or her course of study in not more than two (2) sittings to be eligible to sit for their post UTME screening aptitude test.
C) Original and photocopies of candidate’s JAMB result slip
D) Original documents which includes ‘O’ level certificates please note that awaiting results are not accepted by KSU – Kogi State University except via special consideration which would only be at the discretion of the management of the college of education.
E) The management of KSU – Kogi State University would also require original copy of your birth certificate or birth declaration whichever is available.
F) Candidates are also to carry along with them recent passport photographs (Coloured)
We keep reminding candidates that scoring above the minimum approved JAMB/post UTME cut off mark for KSU – Kogi State University does not in any way guarantee you an automatic admission into the university, until a successful internal screening exercise carried out on all candidates then he or she can then rest assured.
The category of UTME and DE candidates that chose the Kogi state university have in recent times experienced challenges in getting the actual cut off mark for their course. Many questions have been left unanswered so I thought it helpful to answer these questions as it may also fall in line with the question you reading this post may have been wanting to ask in the table below;
| FAQs on KSU JAMB CUT OFF MARK | ANSWERS |
| What is KSU current JAMB cut off mark? | KSU cut off mark is 140. Any UTME candidate that scores 140 and above is eligible for KSU post UTME screening exercise. |
| Does KSU Accept second choice candidates? | KSU accepts both first and second choice candidates. |
| Can KSU accept me if I score 140? | As stated above, only UTME candidates that score 140 and above are eligible to apply for KSU post UTME therefore you are qualified. |
| What is KSU cut off mark for Economics? | Candidates with 250 and above and score at least 65 in their post UTME have higher chances of studying Economic in KSU. However, if you score 140 and above, you are eligible for post UTME screening test at the institution but you will be required to change your course to a less competitive one via JAMB CAPS. |
| If I score 230 in my UTME and still use KSU as second choice can I gain admission? | The institution admits first choice UTME and DE candidates only no matter how high your JAMB score may be. |
| How can I change my university to KSU because I passed their cut off mark but made KSU my second choice? | Simply purchase a change of course form from JAMB, it costs about two-thousand five hundred naira (N2,500). Fill the necessary details and submit. You will be informed when your application is successful via the registered email or you can verify via JAMB CAPS. |
| I have my complete O’Level result and 180 JAMB score, I am applying for SLT. What are my chances of gaining admission in KSU? | With 140 JAMB score and complete O’level you still stand a chance of gaining admission into the institution for studying Science Laboratory Technology, just ensure your post UTME score is high. |
| Does Kogi state university accept combination of WAEC and NECO results? | Yes but it is advisable you make use of WAEC and WAEC or NECO/NECO combination. |
| I am an indigene of the state, can I be considered for admission if I score below the cut off mark? | The JAMB cut off mark for KSU is the same for all candidates irrespective of the state of origin of the candidate. |
| What is the cut off mark for Business Administration in this institution? | We advise that you score at least 240 and above in your JAMB and at least 60 in your post UTME so when your aggregate score is calculated, you will stand a better chance of gaining admission into the university. |
| What is the cut off mark for computer science in KSU, I scored 240, and can I gain admission? | The cut off mark for computer science is 240 and above though the higher your UTME score, the better your chances. Also, your post UTME score would be the determining factor. Notwithstanding, you are eligible to participate in the post UTME or change your course to a less competitive one. |
| I am an indigene and I scored 225 in JAMB, can I secure admission into KSU? | The answer is YES you can because you scored higher than the minimum cut off mark for the university. However, gaining admission would also depend on the course you selected. |
| What is KSU JAMB cut off mark and aggregate score for Public Administration | You need an aggregate score of 220 to study Public Admin at KSU. |
| Can someone with 200 in my JAMB, can i gain admission into KSU to study accounting? | You can gain admission into KSU but you cannot to study Accounting with 200 UTME score. Accounting is a professional course hence high JAMB cut off mark. You need at least 250 in your UTME to study Accounting at KSU. |
| Does KSU accept Transfer students from other universities? | Yes KSU accept transfer students so long as you meet their requirements. |
| What is the JAMB cut off mark for Engineering in KSU? | With a JAMB score of 140 you are eligible to participate in KSU post UTME However, you require at least 250 and above you can study Engineering in KSU. Engineering courses require high JAMB score due to the strong competition for admission slot. |
| What is the required JAMB cut off mark for Faculty of Social Sciences and Management sciences | The cut off mark varies. As for faculty of social sciences, the minimum cut off mark is 140 while management science is 140 respectively. |
These are the most frequently asked questions and best possible answers for the Kogi state university JAMB scores. Please go through them thoroughly as they would be very useful in helping you know your course and required cut off mark.
Scoring above the minimum required cut off marl only increases your likelihood, should you perform above average in your post UTME exercise.
KSU JAMB Cut Off Mark For All Courses 2024/2025 Academic Session
The management of the college of education has approved that KSU JAMB and post UTME cut off mark for all courses offered in her institution for 2024/2025 academic session be fixed at 140 however, some courses attracts high cut off than others. Simply take a look at the table below, it contains all the courses and their individual cut off points.
That means, any candidate who sat for JAMB and scored at least 140 and above is automatically eligible for post UTME at the Kogi State University, he or she would then proceed with the above documents to the institution for post UTME, then after, internal screening exercise.
See below for list of courses and departmental cut off mark for KSU as approved by the management.
Approved cut off marks for various courses for the 2024/2025 Admission UTME
| S/N | PROGRAMME | Approved cutoff marks | ||
| Merit | Catchment area | ELDA | ||
| 1 | Agriculture | 49.5 | 43.5 | 38.5 |
| 2 | Fisheries and Aquaculture | 39.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 3 | Food science and Technology | 54.5 | 47.5 | 43.5 |
| 4 | Forestry | 38.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 5 | Home sciences | 59.5 | 49.5 | 44.5 |
| 6 | Arabic language & Literature | 39.5 | 38.5 | |
| 7 | Christian religious knowledge | 39.5 | 38.5 | 34.5 |
| 8 | English Language & Literary studies | 54.5 | 49.5 | 46.5 |
| 9 | History and International studies | 54.5 | 53.5 | 49.5 |
| 10 | Islamic studies | 39.5 | 38.5 | 30.5 |
| 11 | Philosophy | 54.5 | 44.5 | 43.5 |
| 12 | Theatre arts | 54.5 | 49.5 | 48.5 |
Approved cut off marks for various courses for the 2024/2025 Admission UTME
| S/N | PROGRAMME | Approved cutoff marks | ||
| Merit | Catchment area | ELDA | ||
| 13 | Education & biology | 54.5 | 49.5 | 44.5 |
| 14 | Education & Chemistry | 44.5 | 39.5 | 35.5 |
| 15 | Education & Mathematics | 38.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 16 | Education & Physics | 39.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 17 | Education & Christian religious knowledge | 38.5 | 34.5 | 31.5 |
| 18 | Education & Islamic studies | 38.5 | 34.5 | 31.5 |
| 19 | Education & English language | 49.5 | 44.5 | 41.5 |
| 20 | Education & Economics | 49.5 | 43.5 | 41.5 |
| 21 | Education & Geography | 38.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 22 | Education & Social studies | 54.5 | 49.5 | 41.5 |
| 23 | Human kinetics & Health education | 39.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 24 | Education Administration & Planning | 54.5 | 44.5 | 43.5 |
| 25 | Library and Information science | 61.5 | 60.5 | 57.5 |
| 26 | Islamic & Sharia law | 74.5 | 71.5 | 70.5 |
| 27 | Common Law | 74.5 | 71.5 | 70.5 |
| 28 | Accounting | 44.5 | 43.5 | 42.5 |
| 29 | Banking and Finance | 54.5 | 53.5 | 52.5 |
| 30 | Business administration | 43.5 | 41.5 | 40.5 |
| 31 | Public administration | 43.5 | 35.5 | 34.5 |
Approved cut off marks for various courses for the 2024/2025 Admission UTME
| S/N | PROGRAMME | Approved cutoff marks | ||
| Merit | Catchment area | ELDA | ||
| 32 | Animal and Environmental Biology | 44.5 | 34.5 | 30.5 |
| 33 | Biochemistry | 64.5 | 59.5 | 54.5 |
| 34 | Chemistry | 49.5 | 43.5 | 40.5 |
| 35 | Computer | 64.5 | 59.5 | 54.5 |
| 36 | Geology | 43.5 | 38.5 | 29.5 |
| 37 | Industrial chemistry | 54.5 | 43.5 | 34.5 |
| 38 | Mathematics | 43.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 39 | Microbiology | 64.5 | 59.5 | 54.5 |
| 40 | Physics | 43.5 | 39.5 | 38.5 |
| 41 | Plant sciences & Biotechnology | 54.5 | 43.5 | 38.5 |
| 42 | Statistics | 38.5 | 34.5 | 29.5 |
| 43 | Economics | 40.5 | 38.5 | 30.5 |
| 44 | Geography & Planning | 44.5 | 43.5 | 39.5 |
| 45 | Mass communication | 54.5 | 53.5 | 52.5 |
| 46 | Political science | 45.5 | 44.5 | 43.5 |
| 47 | Sociology | 43.5 | 34.5 | 33.5 |
| 48 | Human Anatomy | 59.5 | 55.5 | 54.5 |
| 49 | Human Physiology | 49.5 | 46.5 | 45.5 |
ELDA: Educational Less Developed Area: 20%
National merit: 10% highest scores not regarding state of origin State merit: 35% highest scores within state
Catchment: Highest scores from each Local Government area not below the approved score for the programme: 35%
Usually it is our tradition of reminding candidates that scoring above KSU cut off mark does not guarantee an automatic admission into the university until you successfully pass the post UTME, and receive your letter of admission then pay up the acceptance fee before candidates are sure of their admission.
Hope the above is properly understood? if you have any question as regards Kogi State University post UTME and JAMB cut off mark for 2024/2025 academic session, kindly get back to us via the comment section below and we shall respond swiftly.
