Wow, finally the FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark for all the newly approved courses has been released by management.
If you sat for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and chose the Federal University of Science and Technology, Kabo (FUST Kabo) as your institution of choice, understanding the cut off mark is the single most important step before you proceed with your Post UTME registration.
This article breaks down everything you need to know about FUST Kabo’s admission benchmark for the 2026/2027 academic session, how the university’s screening process works, and what you should do next to boost your chances of admission.
Facts About FUSTKABO
The Federal University of Science and Technology Kabo, popularly known as FUST Kabo, is a federal government owned institution located at No. 1 Federal University Street, Gyarauji Quarters, Kabo Town, in Kabo Local Government Area of Kano State.
As one of the newer specialized federal universities in Nigeria’s north west region, FUST Kabo has quickly built a reputation for its strong focus on health sciences, engineering, computing, and applied science based programmes.
Unlike many conventional universities that only run science and arts courses, FUST Kabo has positioned itself as a science and health hub, offering programmes ranging from Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) to Cyber Security, Computer Engineering, Pharmacy, Nursing Science, and Architecture.
This wide spread of course offerings means that cut off marks vary significantly from one faculty to another, and understanding where your JAMB score fits is essential.
FUST Kabo Cut Off Mark 2026/2027 Academic Session
Every year, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) sets a national minimum benchmark that every federal university must respect. For the 2026/2027 admission cycle, JAMB fixed the general minimum cut off mark for university admissions at 150. This means that, at the very least, any candidate who chose FUST Kabo and scored below 150 in the 2026 UTME will be eligible to proceed to the Post UTME screening stage, regardless of how strong their O’Level results are.
However, it is important to understand that the JAMB minimum of 150 is a national floor, not necessarily the institutional cut off mark. Individual universities, including FUST Kabo, are permitted to set their own cut off marks above this baseline, especially for competitive programmes such as Medicine and Surgery, Pharmacy, and Engineering. As a new and specialized institution with high demand for its health related courses, FUST Kabo is expected to maintain cut off marks that reflect the competitiveness of each faculty.
Because FUST Kabo is a relatively young university, its official departmental cut off marks for 2026/2027 has been uniformly published across all faculties to be 150 and above. Prospective candidates are strongly advised to treat 150 as the realistic minimum eligibility score, while preparing for significantly higher benchmarks in competitive departments like Medicine, Pharmacy, and Engineering.
NOTE:- The university typically communicates official departmental cut off marks through its admission portal once the Post UTME screening form is released.
FUSTKabo Cut Off Mark for Faculties and Courses Offered
To understand why FUSTKABO cut off mark differ across the university, it helps to look at the full range of courses offers across its faculties in the table below:
| S/N | COURSES | CUT OFF MARK |
| 1. | FACULTY OF CLINICAL SCIENCES | |
| Medicine and Surgery | 200 | |
| 2. | FACULTY OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES | |
| Nursing | 180 | |
| Doctor of Physiotherapy | 170 | |
| Doctor of Optometry | 170 | |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 170 | |
| Public Health | 160 | |
| 3. | FACULTY OF BASIC MEDICAL SCIENCES | |
| Human Anatomy | 150 | |
| Human physiology | 150 | |
| Nutrition & Dietetics | 150 | |
| 4. | FACULTY OF ENGINEERING | |
| Electrical Engineering | 150 | |
| Computer Engineering | 150 | |
| 5. | FACULTY OF PHARMACEUTICAL | |
| Doctor of Pharmacy | 180 | |
| 6. | FACULTY OF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES | |
| Architecture | 150 | |
| Quantity Surveying | 150 | |
| 7. | FACULTY OF SCIENCE & COMPUTING | |
| Computer Science | 150 | |
| Cyber Security | 150 | |
| Software Engineering | 150 | |
| Science Laboratory Technology | 150 |
As you can see, FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark caters to a broad academic community, but its health and science based courses, particularly Medicine and Surgery, Pharmacy, and the medical sciences, are typically the most competitive.
Based on patterns observed across similar federal universities in Nigeria that run health science courses, candidates targeting MBBS, Pharm.D, or Physiotherapy should aim for scores well above the JAMB minimum, often in the 200 to 250 range, since these programmes attract intense competition nationwide and have limited admission slots as part of FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark.
On the other hand, less competitive courses such as Business Administration, Accounting, or Quantity Surveying tend to have more flexible cut off marks that are closer to the general JAMB benchmark.
Why FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark Differ Across Departments
It’s a common misconception among JAMB candidates that once they meet the general cut off mark, they are guaranteed admission into any course of their choice. This is not how the Nigerian university admission system works. FUSTKABO Cut off mark differ across departments because of several factors:
- Number of available slots: Programmes like Medicine and Surgery have fewer available slots compared to the number of interested applicants, which pushes the competitive score higher.
- National demand: Courses in high demand, such as Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Nursing Science, consistently attract more applicants than there are spaces, resulting in higher realistic cut off marks.
- Accreditation requirements: Health related and professional courses like Pharmacy and Physiotherapy often require higher academic standards to meet regulatory body requirements (such as the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria or the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria).
- Institutional capacity: Newer faculties or departments with more lecturers and facilities may admit more students, which can result in slightly lower cut off marks compared to older, more established departments.
General Eligibility Requirements for FUST Kabo Admission
Before you even think about FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark, you need to confirm that you meet the university’s baseline eligibility requirements. For the 2026/2027 Post-UTME screening exercise, FUST Kabo requires that candidates:
- Must have participated in the 2026 JAMB UTME examination.
- Must possess at least five (5) O’Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB).
- Must have chosen FUST Kabo as their first choice institution during JAMB registration, or successfully changed their institution to FUST Kabo through the JAMB CAPS portal.
- Must satisfy any additional subject combination requirements specific to their chosen programme.
Candidates who do not meet these baseline requirements will not be considered for admission, no matter their JAMB score.
How to Apply for FUST Kabo Post UTME Screening
Once you have confirmed your eligibility and JAMB score meets the required threshold, you can proceed with your application. Here is a simplified step by step guide that you need to know:
- Visit the official FUST Kabo admission portal at fustkabo.edu.ng
- Locate the Post-UTME/Admission Portal link.
- Log in using your JAMB registration number and other required details.
- Complete the online application form, ensuring your personal information matches your JAMB records.
- Upload your O’Level results and any other required documents.
- Pay the appropriate screening fee where applicable.
- Print your application slip and keep it safe for future reference.
Candidates are strongly advised to double check all information before submission, as inconsistencies between JAMB details, WAEC/NECO results, and other identification documents can lead to disqualification during the verification stage.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark 2026 Out?
Yeah, the FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark for the 2026/2027 academic session is out and it is officially set to 150 and above.
What is Medicine & Surgery in FUST Kabo?
Medicine and Surgery is one of the most competitive undergraduate courses in Federal University of Science and Technology Kabo. Therefore, FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark set for Medicine and Surgery is 200 and above.
What is FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark for Pharmaccy?
The FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark for Pharmacy is 180 and above. Federal University of Science and Technology (KABO) is not just offering Pharmacy but Doctor of Pharmacy.
Conclusion
The FUSTKABO Cut Off Mark for the 2026/2027 academic session follows the national JAMB benchmark of 150, but candidates should not assume this guarantees admission, especially into competitive programmes like Medicine, Pharmacy, and Engineering. As a growing federal university with a strong health sciences focus, FUST Kabo’s departmental requirements are likely to rise as more candidates become aware of its programmes.
Prospective students should regularly visit the university’s official portal for updates on departmental FUSTKABO cut off mark, screening dates, and admission requirements, since this information is subject to change as the admission exercise progresses. Preparing early, choosing a realistic course, and maintaining strong O’Level results remain the best strategies for securing admission into FUST Kabo for the 2026/2027 academic session. For more updates, follow our WhatsApp Channel by clicking on All Tertiary News.
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