NWU JAMB and Departmental Cut-off Marks: Northwest University (NWU) JAMB and Departmental Cut-off marks to be used for the 2025/2026 academic session have been released. JAMB Cut-off marks for degree-awarding institutions is 160. See more details below.
NWU has announced 2025/2026 JAMB and Departmental Cut-off marks. JAMB UTME candidates will only require a minimum UTME score of 160 before they can be offered Admission into the university. NWU JAMB Cut Off Mark and Departmental Cut Off Marks as released by the management for the 2025/2026 UTME admission exercise
Due to the high number of students wishing to study at the Northwest University (NWU ), the admission processes are competitive and admissions are given based on the higher the JAMB scores, the higher the chances of being admitted.
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NWU Cut -off Marks 2025.
Official NWU Cut-off Marks for 2025 is 160
Note: Meeting the minimum NWU cut-off mark does not guarantee admission into your desired degree programme. Your Post UTME Score, O’Level Grades, Subject Combination, JAMB Score, and other factors are prerequisites for admission to BUK.
NWU Departmental Cut Off Mark 2025
Northwest University, NWU Departmental Cut Off Marks 2025/2026 have not been officially released. The following are just assumed points. Please always confirm from an official source.
NWU Faculty of Medical Sciences Cut Off Mark
Medicine – 250 and Above
NWU Faculty of Law Cut Off Mark
Law – 240 and above
NWU Faculty of Engineering Cut Off Mark
Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Civil, Computer, etc – 220 and above
NWU Faculty of Science Cut Off Mark
Industrial Chemistry, Industrial Physics, Computer Science, Geology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Anatomy, etc – 190 and above
Please note that NWU admission processes are competitive and admissions are given based on the higher the JAMB scores, the higher the chances of being admitted.
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FAQs
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Northwest University (NWU) 2025/2026 academic session?
The official JAMB cut-off mark for Northwest University (now known as Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano – YUMSUK) for the 2025/2026 academic session is 160. However, candidates seeking admission into competitive courses such as Law, Accounting, and Computer Science are advised to aim for a score of 200 and above to increase their chances during the screening process.
What are the departmental cut-off marks for NWU (YUMSUK) 2025/2026?
The departmental cut-off marks vary by faculty and course. Below are the estimated marks based on previous years’ trends:
Medicine and Surgery: 230 and above
Law: 210 and above
Accounting / Business Administration: 200 and above
Computer Science: 190 and above
Mass Communication: 200 and above
Education and other Arts courses: 160 – 180
Meeting or surpassing the departmental cut-off mark gives you a better chance of being admitted into your desired program.
How can I increase my chances of meeting NWU’s departmental cut-off mark?
To increase your chances of meeting the departmental cut-off mark, aim for a high JAMB score (preferably above 200), perform well in the post-UTME screening, and ensure you choose NWU as your first choice during JAMB registration. Additionally, focus on subjects relevant to your desired course and maintain a good academic record in your O’level results, as they also play a role in the admission process.