Official FUHSA Cut Off Mark Update 2026/2027 by Journali Nigeria. The management of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare (FUHSA), Bauchi State, has officially released the cut off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session. This announcement is important for all candidates who intend to gain admission into the university, whether they are indigenes of Bauchi State or applicants from other parts of Nigeria.
If you are planning to study any medical or health related course at FUHSA, it is essential to understand both the JAMB cut off mark and the departmental cut off marks required for each programme in the 2026/2027 admission exercise.
Knowing the cut off marks used in the previous admission session will help you prepare better and set a realistic target score in the 2026 JAMB examination. A strong JAMB score will improve your chances of qualifying for the FUHSA Post UTME screening and securing admission into your desired course.
Before we go deeper into the FUHSA Cut Off Marks details, you should know that the current minimum JAMB cut off mark required to apply for FUHSA is 150 and above, from what was used for the previous academic session.
What Is a Cut Off Mark?
A cut off mark is the minimum score set by an examination body or a tertiary institution that candidates must attain before they can be considered for admission. It serves as a benchmark used to screen applicants and determine their eligibility to either apply for admission or be offered provisional admission into a particular course or institution.
In most cases, candidates who score below the approved cut off mark are automatically disqualified from participating in further admission processes such as post UTME screening or departmental selection.
What Does FUHSA Cut Off Mark Mean?
The FUHSA cut off mark refers to the minimum score a candidate seeking admission into the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State must obtain in the JAMB UTME examination to be eligible to apply for the university’s admission or Post UTME screening exercise.
Meeting the FUHSA cut off mark gives an applicant the opportunity to purchase the admission form and be considered for admission into any of the available medical and health science programmes offered by the institution. However, scoring the minimum cut off mark does not automatically guarantee admission, as other factors such as departmental requirements, number of applicants, and overall performance are also considered.
General JAMB Cut Off Mark vs FUHSA Cut Off Mark
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) usually announces a general cut off mark for all universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria. This general benchmark allows each institution the flexibility to decide its own acceptable cut off mark based on competitiveness and admission capacity.
As a result, FUHSA may set its cut off mark higher than the general JAMB minimum, especially for highly competitive medical courses.
Why Scoring Above the Cut Off Mark Is Important
Candidates who score significantly higher than the required cut off mark stand a better chance of securing admission into FUHSA. A higher JAMB score improves your ranking during the admission screening process and increases your chances of being selected, especially for courses with limited admission slots.
To be on the safe side, aspirants are strongly advised to aim well above the prescribed cut off mark in the JAMB examination. This strategic approach will put you in a stronger position as you proceed to the next stages of the FUHSA admission process.
Now that you understand what the cut off mark means, let us move on to the main focus of this article.
FUHSA Cut Off Mark for 2026/2027 Academic Session
For the 2026/2027 academic session, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has approved 150 as the general minimum cut off mark for admission into all Nigerian universities.
In line with this directive, the Senate of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare (FUHSA) has adopted 150 and above as the official minimum JAMB cut off mark for candidates seeking admission into the institution for the 2026/2027 academic year.
All candidates aspiring to study medical or health related courses at FUHSA should note that scoring below 150 in JAMB automatically disqualifies them from applying for the FUHSA Post UTME screening exercise. Only candidates who meet or exceed this benchmark will be eligible to purchase the Post UTME form and participate in the admission process.
FUHSA JAMB Cut Off Mark for All Courses
Although the general minimum JAMB cut off mark for FUHSA is 150, it is important to understand that this score may not be sufficient for admission into some highly competitive medical and health science programmes.
Courses such as Medicine, Nursing, and other core health-related disciplines usually require higher scores due to limited admission slots and the large number of applicants competing for them. As a result, candidates are strongly advised to aim well above the minimum cut-off mark to improve their chances of securing admission.
To give prospective students a clearer understanding of what is required, the table below outlines the FUHSA courses and their respective cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session.
| S/N | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Medicine and Surgery | 220 and above |
| 2. | Dentistry | 220 and above |
| 3. | Nursing Sciences | 200 and above |
| 4. | Optometry | 200 and above |
| 5. | Physiotherapy | 200 and above |
| 6. | Radiography | 200 and above |
| 7. | Medical Laboratory Science | 200 and above |
| 8. | Audiology | 200 and above |
| 9. | Nutrition and Dietetics | 160 and above |
| 10. | Information Technology & Health Informatics | 160 and above |
| 11. | Environmental Health Sciences | 160 and above |
| 12. | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | 160 and above |
| 14. | Speech Language Therapy | 160 and above |
| 15. | Occupational Therapy | 160 and above |
| 16. | Health Information Management | 160 and above |
| 17. | Public Health | 160 and above |
| 18. | Pharmacology | 160 and above |
| 19. | Human Anatomy | 150 and above |
| 20. | Human Physiology | 150 and above |
| 21. | Biochemistry | 150 and above |
| 22. | Biotechnology | 150 and above |
| 23. | Microbiology | 150 and above |
FUHSA Departmental Cut Off Points for 2026/2027
Scoring the minimum FUHSA JAMB cut off mark alone does not automatically guarantee admission into the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare. Candidates must also meet the departmental aggregate cut off point set for their chosen course before they can be considered for admission.
The departmental cut off point is usually determined after the Post UTME screening exercise and is calculated using a combination of the candidate’s JAMB score and other admission criteria approved by the university. Due to competition and limited admission slots, some courses require higher aggregate scores than others.
Therefore, candidates who fail to meet the required departmental cut off point for their selected programme may not be offered admission, even if they scored above the general JAMB cut off mark.
To help prospective students understand the admission requirements better, below is a detailed list of FUHSA courses and their respective departmental cut off points for the 2025/2026 academic session.
| S/N | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Medicine and Surgery | 70.00 |
| 2. | Dentistry | 70.00 |
| 3. | Nursing Sciences | 68.00 |
| 4. | Optometry | 68.00 |
| 5. | Physiotherapy | 68.00 |
| 6. | Radiography | 68.00 |
| 7. | Medical Laboratory Science | 68.00 |
| 8. | Audiology | 68.00 |
| 9. | Nutrition and Dietetics | 60.00 |
| 10. | Information Technology & Health Informatics | 60.00 |
| 11. | Environmental Health Sciences | 60.00 |
| 12. | Epidemiology and Biostatistics | 60.00 |
| 14. | Speech Language Therapy | 60.00 |
| 15. | Occupational Therapy | 60.00 |
| 16. | Health Information Management | 60.00 |
| 17. | Public Health | 60.00 |
| 18. | Pharmacology | 60.00 |
| 19. | Human Anatomy | 60.00 |
| 20. | Human Physiology | 55.00 |
| 21. | Biochemistry | 55.00 |
| 22. | Biotechnology | 55.00 |
| 23. | Microbiology | 55.00 |
FUHSA Post UTME 2026 Eligibility for All Aspirants
As a FUHSA aspirant in the 2026/2027 academic session, to be eligible for admission, you must have the following:
- You must have sat for the 2026 JAMB UTME
- You must have scored a minimum cut-off point set by FUHSA in respect of the course applied for (as per the table above) and chosen FUHSA as your first choice.
- You must have obtained a minimum of five (5) relevant credits at ‘O’ level (including English, Mathematics, Physics, Biology and Chemistry) in not more than two sittings.
- You must have sat for the relevant subject combination in the 2025 UTME
Frequently Asked Questions
The new courses offered in FUHSA are as follows:
1. Medical Laboratory Sciences
2. Speech Language Therapy
3. Occupational Therapy
4. Pharmacology
5. Public Health
6. Human Anatomy
7. Human Physiology
8. Biotechnology
9. Microbiology
Dentistry in FUHSA is a five-year course. It will take you 5 years to study Dentistry in FUHSA.
The FUHSA Nursing cut off mark for the current academic session is 200 and above.
From the current updates, the cut off mark for Medicine and surgery at FUHSA is 220 and above.
Conclusion
The Senate of the Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare (FUHSA) has officially approved the minimum JAMB cut off mark for admission into all courses for the 2026/2027 academic session.
To be on the safer side during the admission process, all prospective candidates are strongly advised to score well above 150 in the 2026 UTME. A higher JAMB score significantly improves your chances of meeting both the general and departmental admission requirements.
If your JAMB result meets or exceeds the approved cut off mark, congratulations in advance on taking a step closer to securing admission into FUHSA. However, candidates should also ensure they prepare adequately for the Post UTME screening exercise, as it plays a crucial role in the final admission decision.
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