ABSU Cut Off Mark 2026/2027 Academic Session

The official cut off mark for admission into Abia State University for the 2026/2027 academic session is the minimum score candidates must obtain in the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board examination to be eligible for admission consideration.

The 2026/2027 JAMB cut off mark for ABSU is 150, but it does not just end at scoring that. Most competitive departments in the university require a top score before considering offering students admission.

This minimum score qualifies candidates to participate in the admission process, but it does not guarantee admission into all courses because some programmes are more competitive than others. Find the departmental marks below.

ABSU Official Cut Off Mark 2026/2027 Academic Session

Although the official general cut off mark for Abia State University is 150, some departments may require higher scores depending on the number of applicants and the competitiveness of the programme. They are:

Faculty of Engineering and Environmental Science

Faculty of Agriculture

Biology and Physical Science

Faculty of Business Administration

Faculty of Education

Faculty of Law

Medicine and Health Science

Faculty of Pharmacy

Faculty of Humanities

Faculty of Social Science

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: If I score exactly 150, will I make the university's admission list?
A: Scoring 150 makes you eligible to apply, but admission depends on your total aggregate score (JAMB + Post UTME) and the competition in your department.

Q: Can I apply for ABSU Post UTME if I didn’t choose them as my first choice?
A: No, you must make ABSU your first choice in JAMB. If you didn't, you need to apply for a JAMB change of institution.

Q: What is the cut off mark for nursing in ABSU?
A: Nursing is highly competitive. While the eligibility is lower, the departmental merit cut off usually falls between 210 and 230.

Q: Is Post UTME score more important than the JAMB score?
A: Both are crucial. A high Post UTME score can save a candidate who had an average JAMB score.

Q: Does ABSU give preference to Abia State indigenes?
A: Yes, as a state university, a certain percentage of the admission quota is reserved for indigenes.

Q: When will the departmental merit list be out?
A: The list is usually released a few weeks after the Post UTME screening results are published.

Q: Can a non indigene get into medicine at ABSU?
A: Yes, but they must hit the merit cut off, which is always the highest.

Q: Does ABSU accept second sittings for O-level?
A: Yes, ABSU accepts a maximum of two sittings.