Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria, has set the general UTME cut-off mark at 180 for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This means candidates who scored 180 and above in the UTME are eligible to apply for admission into any course offered at the university.
However, meeting the general cut-off mark does not guarantee admission, as specific departments have their own cut-off marks, which are often higher due to factors like the number of applications received and the competitiveness of the program.
Below is a sample list of departmental cut-off marks for some popular courses at ABU Zaria:
| Faculty/Department | Departmental Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 220 |
| Medicine & Surgery | 270 |
| Law | 260 |
| Computer Science | 230 |
| Mass Communication | 210 |
| Economics | 210 |
| Business Administration | 200 |
In summary, while scoring at least 180 in the UTME makes you eligible to apply for admission into ABU Zaria, gaining admission into specific departments may require higher scores due to departmental cut-off marks.
Prospective students are encouraged to aim for high scores in both UTME and post-UTME screenings to increase their chances of admission into their desired programs.