Plateau State University (PLASU) has released its departmental cut off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session. This guide breaks down the required JAMB scores for each course so you can easily see where you stand before the admission process begins.

If PLASU is your chosen school, this is the right time to confirm your score and know your chances across different departments.

PLASU Cut Off Marks 2025/2026

Cut off marks simply refer to the minimum JAMB score required for admission into a specific course.

Each department sets its own score based on the number of applicants and how competitive the course is. Highly competitive programmes usually require higher scores.

Below is the full breakdown of PLASU departmental cut off marks for the 2025/2026 session.

PLASU Departmental Cut Off Marks 2025/2026

College of Health Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Medical Laboratory Science

230

Nursing Science

230

Public Health

210

College of Medicine

Course

Cut Off Mark

Medicine and Surgery

230

College of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Pharmacy

230

Faculty of Agricultural Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Crop Production

160

Animal Production

160

Agricultural Economics and Extension

160

Faculty of Arts

Course

Cut Off Mark

English Language

160

History and International Studies

160

Religious and Cultural Studies

160

Theatre Arts

180

Faculty of Environmental Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Architecture

160

Building

160

Geography

160

Faculty of Education

Course

Cut Off Mark

Biology Education

160

Mathematics Education

160

Chemistry Education

160

Physics Education

160

English Education

160

Christian Religious Studies Education

160

Faculty of Law

Course

Cut Off Mark

Law

220

Faculty of Management Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Accounting

180

Management Studies

160

Entrepreneurial Science

170

Faculty of Natural and Applied Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Biochemistry

180

Chemistry

160

Computer Science

170

Mathematics

160

Microbiology

170

Physics

160

Plant Science and Biotechnology

160

Zoology

160

Statistics

160

Information Technology

160

Faculty of Social Sciences

Course

Cut Off Mark

Political Science

160

Mass Communication

180

Sociology

180

Psychology

170

Economics

180

Library and Information Science

160

What These Cut Off Marks Mean for You

If your JAMB score meets or goes above the cut off mark for your chosen course, you are in a strong position for admission consideration.

If your score is below the required JAMB cut off mark, you may need to consider changing your course or exploring other admission options.

What You Should Do Next

After checking your score against the table:

  • Confirm your chosen course requirement on the JAMB portal

  • Consider changing course if your score is lower than required

  • Prepare for post UTME screening if you qualify

  • Stay updated on PLASU admission announcements

Admission is competitive, so careful planning matters.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is PLASU cut off mark for Nursing Science?
A: The cut off mark for Nursing Science is 230.

Q: Can I gain admission into PLASU with 160?
A: Yes, but only for courses that have 160 as their cut off mark.

Q: Is Law competitive at PLASU?
A: Yes, Law requires a cut off mark of 220.

Q: Does every course have the same cut off mark?
A: No, each department has its own cut off mark based on demand and capacity.

Q: What should I do if my score is below the cut off mark?
A: You may consider changing your course or applying for a less competitive programme.