NWU Post-UTME/DE Screening Form and Cut-off marks for 2025/2026 Session

Are you aspiring to join the prestigious Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano for the 2025/2026 academic session? The admission process is now in full swing, and we’ve got all the details you need to secure your spot. Read on to discover the eligibility criteria, cut-off marks, and step-by-step registration procedures for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for admission, candidates must meet the following requirements:

a. Choose Yusuf Maitama Sule University as your first choice.

b. Obtain a minimum of 5 O’level credits, including English Language and Mathematics in SSCE (or equivalent), not exceeding two sittings for both UTME and Direct Entry candidates.

c. Attain the minimum cut-off marks specified for each course:

• Courses with a cut-off mark of 235:
  • Medicine and Surgery
• Courses with a cut-off mark of 190:
  • Computer Science
  • Information and Communication Technology
  • International Studies
  • Anatomy
  • Biochemistry
  • Physiology
• Courses with a cut-off mark of 180:
  • Accounting
  • Taxation
  • Industrial Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Business Administration
  • B.ed Biology
  • Chemistry
  • B.ed Chemistry
  • B.ed English Language
  • Cybersecurity
  • Software Engineering
  • Islamic Studies
  • History and International Studies
  • B.ed Islamic Studies
  • Library and Information Science Education
• Courses with a cut-off mark of 170:
  • Arabic Studies
  • B.ed Arabic Studies
  • B.ed Economics
  • B.ed Geography
  • B.ed History
  • B.ed Mathematics
  • B.ed Physics
  • English Language
  • Entrepreneurial Studies
  • Hausa
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Building Technology
  • Early Childhood Education
  • B.ed Technology
  • Electrical/Electronics Engineering
  • Guidance and Counselling
  • Geography
  • Industrial Mathematics

Direct Entry Candidates

For Direct Entry candidates, the following conditions must be met:

a. Possess the 2025 Direct Entry (D.E) online Registration Slip.

b. Obtain the National Diploma (ND), IJMB, NCE (or equivalent) certificate or statement of result.

c. ND candidates must have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 for Science-based programs and 3.5 for Arts-based programs.

d. D.E. candidates with N.C.E must have a minimum of 9 points for relevant programs in the Faculty of Education.

e. D.E. candidates with UMB must have a minimum of 7 points for Sciences and 8 points for Arts-based programs.

Registration Procedures

Follow these simple steps to register for the Aptitude Test or D.E. Screening:

1. Visit the University WEBSITE at www.yumsuk.edu.ng and click on “2025 ADMISSION PORTAL.”
2. Generate a REMITA Payment Invoice from the portal and make a payment of TWO THOUSAND NAIRA (N2,000.00) at any Bank nationwide as the screening charges.
3. Return to the portal to complete the registration and print the Acknowledgment Slip. Ensure to bring this slip, along with other credentials, during the Aptitude Test or Direct Entry screening.

FAQs

When will the NWU Post-UTME/DE screening form for the 2025/2026 session be available?

The Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (NWU) Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) screening form for the 2025/2026 academic session is expected to be released between July and August 2025. Interested candidates are advised to regularly check the university’s official portal at www.yumsuk.edu.ng for official announcements and updates.

What are the eligibility requirements for NWU Post-UTME/DE screening 2025/2026?

To be eligible for the NWU (YUMSUK) Post-UTME screening:

• Candidates must have chosen NWU as first choice in the 2025 UTME or Direct Entry (DE).

• They must have scored a minimum of 160 in the UTME.

• DE candidates must possess at least Lower Credit in ND/NCE or a relevant A-level qualification.

• Candidates must have at least five O’Level credits including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.

What is the cut-off mark for NWU Post-UTME 2025/2026 by course?

The general cut-off mark for NWU is 160, but specific departments may have higher requirements. For example:

• Law – 220 and above

• Computer Science – 200

• Accounting – 200

• Biological Sciences – 180

• Education-related courses – 160
  Always check the university’s official bulletin for the most accurate departmental cut-off marks.

Conclusion

Seize the opportunity to be part of Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano for the 2025/2026 academic session. Follow the outlined steps, meet the eligibility criteria, and embark on your journey towards academic excellence. Best of luck!