PAAU 2025/2026 Cut-Off Marks: Full List for All Courses
The Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU), formerly known as Kogi State University, has officially released its departmental and JAMB cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session. This announcement sets the tone for thousands of admission seekers hoping to secure a place in one of the state’s top universities.
A Quick Look at PAAU’s Legacy
Founded in 1999 by then-Governor Prince Abubakar Audu, the university in Anyigba has grown into a respected institution with nearly 98% of its courses accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Despite undergoing a name change, the school’s mission remains unchanged—providing quality education for both indigenes and students from across Nigeria.
PAAU Post UTME Departmental Cut-Off Marks 2025/2026
The cut-off marks vary depending on the competitiveness of each course. Below are some highlights:
- Agriculture – 44.0
- Food Science and Technology – 53.5
- English Language & Literary Studies – 42.5
- Law – 66.5
- Accounting – 50.5
- Computer Science – 54.4
- Cybersecurity / Data Science / Software Engineering / ICT – 55.0
- Microbiology – 55.5
- Mass Communication – 58.5
- Political Science – 54.5
- Nursing Science – 62.0
- Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) – 65.5
Courses like Forestry, Mathematics, Philosophy, and Theatre Arts have lower cut-offs around 30–32 points, while professional courses such as Law, Nursing, and Medicine demand much higher scores, reflecting their competitive nature.
Full cut-off list for all courses is available on PAAU’s official portal.
PAAU JAMB Cut-Off Marks 2025/2026
Apart from departmental requirements, the university has also set minimum UTME/JAMB scores for eligibility:
- 150 and above – for most courses including Sciences, Education, and Social Sciences.
- 200 and above – for Law and Nursing Science.
This means candidates must meet both the JAMB minimum score and the departmental cut-off before being considered for admission.
What This Means for Applicants
- If your JAMB score + Post UTME performance meets or exceeds your chosen course cut-off, you qualify to proceed with the next stage of admission.
- If you fall short, you will not be eligible this session.
Highly competitive courses like Medicine, Nursing, and Law demand outstanding results, while others offer more flexible entry thresholds.
Final Word
Admission into PAAU is highly competitive, and these cut-off marks are the official benchmark for 2025/2026. Candidates are strongly advised to:
Compare their scores with the published cut-offs.
Begin preparing early for Post UTME screening.
Keep track of official updates from the university.
For many, this release is the green light to proceed, while for others, it may be a signal to prepare better for the next admission cycle.
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