Kaduna State University (KASU) is one of the recognised state universities in Nigeria and has received accreditation from the National Universities Commission (NUC). The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across several faculties.

Students seeking admission into KASU can choose from courses in sciences, arts, education, management sciences, social sciences, environmental sciences, and medical fields.

KASU Courses and Programmes

KASU is an established university offering a wide range of courses. Below are the faculties and available courses in Kaduna State University.

Faculty of Administration and Management Sciences

  • Accounting

  • Banking and Finance

  • Business Administration

  • Entrepreneurship

  • Industrial Relations and Personnel Management

  • Marketing

  • Procurement Management

Faculty of Agriculture

  • Agriculture

Faculty of Arts

  • Arabic Studies

  • Chinese Studies

  • Christian Religious Studies

  • Drama and Performing Arts

  • English Studies

  • French

  • Hausa

  • History

  • History and Strategic Studies

  • Islamic Studies

  • Linguistics

  • Theatre Arts

Faculty of Education

  • Education and Arabic

  • Education and Biology

  • Education and Chemistry

  • Education and Christian Religious Studies

  • Education and Economics

  • Education and English Language

  • Education and Geography

  • Education and Hausa

  • Education and Islamic Studies

  • Education and Mathematics

  • Education and Physics

  • Guidance and Counselling

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

  • Architecture

  • Building

  • Environmental Management

  • Estate Management

  • Quantity Surveying

Faculty of Sciences

  • Biochemistry

  • Biological Sciences

  • Biology

  • Biotechnology

  • Chemistry

  • Computer Science

  • Geology

  • Geophysics

  • Industrial Chemistry

  • Mathematics

  • Microbiology

  • Physics

  • Statistics

Faculty of Social Sciences

  • Criminology and Security Studies

  • Economics

  • Geography

  • International Relations and Diplomacy

  • Mass Communication

  • Political Science

  • Sociology

College of Medical Sciences

  • Medical Laboratory Science

  • Medicine and Surgery

  • Nursing

  • Pharmacy

  • Physiotherapy

  • Radiography

KASU General Admission Requirements

Candidates seeking admission into Kaduna State University must meet the approved entry requirements for their chosen programme.

General Requirements for All Candidates

  • Candidates must complete the online application form through the official KASU portal.

  • Admission remains provisional until candidates complete clearance and present original credentials.

  • KASU is not obliged to enter into correspondence regarding admission decisions.

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

For the 2025/2026 academic session, candidates seeking undergraduate admission into Kaduna State University must meet the approved admission requirements set by the university.

UTME Admission Requirements

Candidates applying through UTME must:

  • Possess at least five O Level credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.

  • Score a minimum of 170 in JAMB. Some competitive courses, such as Medicine, Law, Nursing, and Pharmacy, may require higher scores.

  • Choose Kaduna State University as your first choice institution during JAMB registration.

  • Have the correct UTME subject combination for the chosen course.

  • Register for the KASU Post UTME screening exercise through the official portal before the registration deadline.

Direct Entry Requirements

Direct Entry candidates must:

  • Possess at least five O Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

  • Hold A-Level qualifications, NCE, ND, HND, IJMB, or equivalent certificates in relevant disciplines.

  • Meet the subject combination requirements for their chosen course.

Part Time Admission Requirement

Candidates applying for part time degree programmes must be at least 25 years old.

Application Procedure

Candidates should follow these steps to apply for KASU admission:

  1. Visit the official KASU portal at http://forms.kasu.edu.ng

  2. Complete the Post UTME or Direct Entry registration form.

  3. Pay the required screening fee and portal charges through the approved payment platform.

  4. Upload all required documents, including:

    • O Level results

    • JAMB result slip

    • Passport photograph

  5. Upload O Level results on both the KASU portal and JAMB CAPS.

  6. Print the acknowledgement slip after successful registration.

Important Notes for Candidates

  • The Post UTME registration deadline for the 2025/2026 session is expected to close on 31 July 2025.

  • Candidates should prepare for physical screening with the following documents:

    • JAMB Admission Letter

    • O Level result

    • Local Government Certificate

    • Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age

  • KASU also offers part time degree programmes in courses such as Accounting, Sociology, and Computer Science.

Postgraduate Diploma Requirements

To qualify for Postgraduate Diploma programmes, candidates must:

  • Possess at least five O Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.

  • Hold a Bachelor’s Degree with at least Third Class in a related discipline.

  • Candidates with an HND at Merit level in related fields may also apply.

Academic Master’s Degree Requirements

Candidates applying for MSc programmes must:

  • Have five O Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

  • Possess a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division.

  • Candidates with a PGD and a CGPA of at least 3.50 may also be considered.

Professional Master’s Degree Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Possess five O Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

  • Hold a relevant Bachelor’s Degree with at least Second Class Honours.

  • Candidates with a Third Class Degree or HND plus PGD with a CGPA of 3.50 may also apply.

Doctor of Philosophy Requirements

PhD candidates must:

  • Possess five O Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

  • Hold a Master’s Degree in the proposed field with a minimum CGPA of 3.50.

  • Possess a relevant Bachelor’s Degree with at least Second Class Honours.

College of Basic and Remedial Studies

KASU operates Basic and Remedial Studies programmes at its Kaduna and Kafanchan campuses.

Basic Studies Programme Requirements

Candidates must possess:

  • Five O Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics.

  • Relevant science or arts subjects, depending on the programme.

  • Candidates must also register and sit for the UTME.

Remedial Studies Programme Requirements

Candidates for remedial programmes must:

  • Possess at least three O Level credits in relevant subjects.

  • Register and pass deficient subjects in WAEC or NECO where necessary.

Preliminary Studies

Preliminary French

Candidates must possess:

  • Five O Level credits in Arts subjects, including English Language.

Preliminary Arabic

Candidates must possess:

  • Five O Level credits in Arts subjects, including English Language.

All preliminary candidates are also expected to register for the UTME.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is Kaduna State University accredited by the NUC?
A: Yes. Kaduna State University is fully recognised and accredited by the National Universities Commission in Nigeria.

Q: What is the JAMB cut off mark for KASU for 2025/2026?
A: Kaduna State University requires a minimum JAMB score of 170 for the 2025/2026 academic session. However, some competitive courses such as Medicine, Law, Nursing, Pharmacy, and Medical Laboratory Science may require higher scores. See the full list of KASU Cut Off Marks.

Q: What are the O’Level requirements for KASU admission?
A: Candidates must have at least five relevant credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.

Q: Can I apply to KASU if I did not choose it as my first choice in JAMB?
A: No. Candidates must select Kaduna State University as their first choice institution before applying for admission.

Q: Does KASU conduct Post UTME screening?
A: Yes. All eligible candidates must register for the KASU Post UTME or Direct Entry screening exercise through the university portal.

Q: Does KASU offer remedial programmes?
A: Yes. KASU offers both Basic and Remedial Studies programmes at the Kaduna and Kafanchan campuses.

Q: What are the minimum O-Level requirements for admission into KASU?
A: Most programmes require at least five O-Level credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics.