Kogi State University cut-off mark, courses, admission and school fees (2026/2027)
Kogi State University (KSU), now Prince Abubakar Audu University, is a state-owned institution in Anyigba, Kogi, Nigeria. It was established in 1999 by Prince Abubakar Audu, the state's former governor. It was once ranked as Nigeria's fastest-developing university and one of the most popular universities in Africa. The general Kogi State University cut-off mark for 2026/2027 has not been released. The 2025/2026 academic year cut-off mark was 150.
Source: UGC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
- Key takeaways
- Kogi State University cut-off mark
- How much is Kogi State University's school fees?
- How much is Kogi State University's school fees for freshers?
- What is the cut-off mark for Kogi State University, Kaba?
- Where is Kogi State University located?
- What is the Kogi State University cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery?
- How much is the Kogi State University admission form?
- Is Kogi State University a good university?
- What is the cut-off mark for KSU post-UTME?
Key takeaways
- Kogi State University/Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) is known for its thorough admission process, admitting students strictly by merit.
- The general Kogi State University cut-off mark for the 2025/2026 year was 150.
- Scoring above the cut-off mark does not guarantee admission. Candidates must also meet other requirements, including departmental cut-off marks and post-UTME screening.
Kogi State University cut-off mark
The Kogi State University cut-off mark for all courses in 2025/2026 was 150. However, the 2026/2027 cut-off mark has not been released as of April 2026. This could remain the same depending on the institution. Students who scored 150 or above in the 2025 UTME were eligible to apply for admission into KSU.
It is important to note that scoring above the cut-off mark does not guarantee admission. Candidates must also meet other requirements, including departmental cut-off marks and the post-UTME screening exercise.
Kogi State University departmental cut-off mark for all courses
Departmental cut-off marks are the scores a candidate must have for them to be able to gain admission into their course of choice. The KSU departmental cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 session have not been released yet.
What are the courses in Kogi State University?
The university offers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in eight faculties. Below is an overview of KSU undergraduate courses and their respective faculties.
Faculty of Agriculture
- Agricultural Economics & Extension
- Crop production
- Animal Production
- Fisheries and Aquaculture
- Soil & Environmental Management
- Food Science & Technology
- Home Science
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
- History and International Studies
- English and Literary Study
- Theatre Art
- Arabic
- Philosophy
Faculty of Law
- Common law
- Islamic Law
Faculty of Social Science
- Mass Communications
- Economics
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Geography and Planning
Source: UGC
Faculty of Education
- Mathematics Education
- Chemistry Education
- Physics Education
- Biology Education
- CRS Education
- Islamic Education
- Library and Information Sciences
- Human Kinetics and Health Education
- Social studies education
- Economics Education
- English Education
- Geography Education
Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Mathematical Sciences & Statistics
- Pure and Industrial Chemistry
- Physics
- Plant and Biotechnology
- Geology
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Animal and Environmental Biology
- Computer Science
Faculty of Management Science
- Accounting
- Banking and Finance
- Public Administration
- Business Administration
Faculty of Health Sciences
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiology
- Nursing Science
- Pharmacology
- Medical Laboratory Science
KSU admission requirements
Apart from meeting the KSU cut-off mark, you must fulfil other eligibility criteria. Below are the general admission requirements.
- Candidates must have sat for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
- To be eligible for the post-UTME examination and admission screening exercise, candidates must meet the KSU cut-off mark and the courses offered.
- Candidates must possess at least 5 credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics at GCE O’level, WASSCE, SSCE, NECO or approved equivalents at not more than two (2) Sittings.
- Applicants must be at least sixteen (16) years of age in the admission year.
- Satisfy KSU department and faculty requirements before being admitted.
How can you check your admission to KSU?
To check the admission list for undergraduate candidates, students must log in to the student portal using their UTME username and password.
- Go to the KSU admission portal.
- Log in with your JAMB email and password.
- Scroll down and click on the Check Admission Status tab or CAPS.
- Choose your exam year if prompted.
- Enter your JAMB registration number if required.
- Click on Check Admission Status to view your KSU admission status.
Source: UGC
How much is Kogi State University's school fees?
The updated school fees of Kogi State University, Anyigba, for indigenous students range between N80,000 and N100,000, depending on the program, and N180,050 to N200,050 for non-indigenous students.
How much is Kogi State University's school fees for freshers?
For new students, the school fees range from ₦57,500 to ₦100,000 and ₦46,000 to ₦89,000 for returning students. If you are a new or returning student, you must check the department’s fees on the school’s official website.
What is the cut-off mark for Kogi State University, Kaba?
Kogi State University (KSU), now Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), had a general cut-off mark of 150 in the 2025/26 academic year. The 2026/2027 year cut-off mark has not been released.
Where is Kogi State University located?
The Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) is in Anyigba, Nigeria.
What is the Kogi State University cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery?
The post-UTME aggregate cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery at Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) is 65.5.
How much is the Kogi State University admission form?
The Post UTME screening application form for Kogi State University, Kabba (KSUK) was ₦2,000in the 2025/2026 academic year. This amount is subject to revision and could also remain the same for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Is Kogi State University a good university?
Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), KSU, is generally considered a good and affordable state university in Nigeria.
What is the cut-off mark for KSU post-UTME?
The KSU general post-UTME minimum cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 admission exercise has not been released, while in the previous year it was 150. Candidates who scored 150 or above in the 2025 JAMB examination were eligible to register for the Kogi State University post-UTME in 2025/2026.
The Kogi State University cut-off mark will help determine if you qualify to enrol at the learning institution. One must meet all the requirements to be accepted into the course of choice. You can contact the support team or visit the nearest campus for more information about admission, school fees, and the 2026/2027 cut-off marks.
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