Sokoto State University (SSU) Releases 2025 Cut-Off Marks — See What You Need for Each Course

It’s that time again — cut-off mark season. The period when every student keeps one finger on the refresh button, praying their dream school doesn’t raise the bar too high.

If Sokoto State University (SSU) is on your radar, we’ve got good news. The university has officially released the 2025 UTME cut-off marks for all its courses, and we’re breaking it down in a way that’s clear, quick, and easy to understand.

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Quick Snapshot of SSU

Founded in 2009, Sokoto State University sits in the heart of Sokoto State. It has steadily gained ground, offering a wide range of courses—from Arabic to Computer Science—drawing students from across the North and beyond.

What’s the Deal with Cut-Off Marks?

At SSU, cut-off marks are the minimum scores you need in your UTME (JAMB) before you’re considered for admission into any course. These scores are grouped into three major categories:

• Merit – For candidates from outside Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara.
• ELDS – For candidates from Educationally Less Developed States like Kebbi and Zamfara.
• Catchment – For Sokoto State indigenes.

Full List: SSU 2025 Departmental Cut-Off Marks

Here’s a breakdown of the official SSU cut-off marks for each course:

Course	Merit	ELDS	Catchment
Arabic	150	150	150
Biochemistry	170	160	150
Biology	150	150	150
Biotechnology	180	170	160
Chemistry	170	160	150
Computer Science	180	170	160
Economics	160	150	150
Education/Mathematics	150	150	150
Education/Arabic	150	150	150
Education/Biology	150	150	150
Education/Chemistry	150	150	150
Education/Computer Science	150	150	150
Education/Economics	150	150	150
Education/English Language	150	150	150
Education/Geography	150	150	150
Education/Hausa	150	150	150
Education/History	150	150	150
Education/Integrated Science	150	150	150
Education/Islamic Studies	150	150	150
Education/Physics	150	150	150
Education/Political Science	150	150	150
Education/Social Studies	150	150	150
Educational Management	150	150	150
English Language	160	150	150
Geography	150	150	150
Guidance and Counselling	160	150	150
Hausa	150	150	150
History	150	150	150
Industrial Chemistry	160	150	150
Industrial Mathematics	160	150	150
Information Technology	170	160	150
Islamic Studies	160	150	150
Mathematics	150	150	150
Microbiology	180	170	160
Physics	150	150	150
Plant Biology	150	150	150
Political Science	180	170	150
Sociology	170	160	150
Statistics	150	150	150

Editor’s Note: Many SSU courses still hold the line at 150, which gives a fair shot to many students. If your score is at or above that, you’re on the right track — but the job’s not done yet.

What’s Next After Meeting the Cut-Off?

So you scored above the cut-off mark—what now? Admission isn’t automatic. Here’s your next move:

1. Prepare for the SSU Post-UTME

SSU typically conducts a Post-UTME screening. Be ready with your study materials and practice past questions.

2. Monitor the SSU Application Portal

Stay updated through SSU Post UTME form. The Post-UTME form should be out any moment, and once it’s live, the clock starts ticking.

3. Gather Your Required Documents

Before the application opens, get your documents ready:

• JAMB result slip
• O’Level result (WAEC/NECO)
• State of origin certificate
• Passport photograph
• Local government identification

No one likes last-minute scrambling. Be ahead of the game.

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