UDUSOK Cut-Off Mark for Medicine and Surgery
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto (UDUSOK) is one of Nigeria’s respected federal universities, particularly known for its College of Health Sciences. Among all courses offered, Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) is the most competitive due to its limited admission slots and high number of applicants.
Official Cut-Off Mark for Medicine and Surgery
For the 2025/2026 academic session, the cut-off marks for Medicine and Surgery at UDUSOK are categorized into three groups:
Merit: 290
ELDS (Educationally Less Developed States): 280
Catchment Areas: 250
These categories reflect Nigeria’s admission policy, where some flexibility is given based on state of origin.
General JAMB Cut-Off Mark for UDUSOK
Before qualifying for Medicine, candidates must meet the university’s general requirement:
Minimum JAMB score: 150–160.
However, this only qualifies you for consideration into less competitive courses—not Medicine.
Why Medicine Has a Very High Cut-Off
Medicine and Surgery at UDUSOK has one of the highest cut-off marks because:
Thousands of students apply every year
Very limited admission slots are available
It requires strong academic excellence in science subjects
It is a professional and highly demanding course
Across Nigeria, Medicine typically requires 250–280+ in JAMB, making it one of the toughest courses to enter, Understanding Merit, ELDS, and Catchment
UDUSOK uses three admission categories:
Merit: Highest score requirement (for general applicants)
ELDS: Slightly reduced cut-off for educationally disadvantaged states
Catchment: Lower cut-off for nearby states like Sokoto, Kebbi, and Zamfara
This system helps balance fairness and access across different regions.R
equirements for Studying Medicine at UDUSOK
To gain admission into Medicine and Surgery, candidates must:
Score 250–290+ in JAMB depending on category
Have five O’Level credits including:
English Language
Mathematics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Choose UDUSOK as first choice institution
Participate in screening (if applicable)
Achieve a strong aggregate score
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I study Medicine at UDUSOK with 200?
No.
A score of 200 is far below the required cut-off. Medicine requires at least 250–290+ depending on your category.
2. Is 250 enough for admission?
It may be enough for catchment candidates, but not for merit.
To be safe, aim for 280–300+.
3. What is the safest score for Medicine at UDUSOK?
A score of 290 and above gives you a strong chance under the merit category.
4. Does UDUSOK accept second choice for Medicine?
No.
5. Can the cut-off mark change every year?
Yes.
Cut-off marks depend on:
Number of applicants
Candidates’ performance
Admission quota
6. What happens if I don’t meet the cut-off?
You can:
Change to a less competitive course
Apply for supplementary admission
Retake JAMB and improve your score
7. Is Medicine the highest cut-off course in UDUSOK?
Yes.
Medicine and Surgery has one of the highest cut-off marks in the university, higher than most other programs.
8. Do O’Level results matter?
Yes.
Strong O’Level grades are essential and may influence your chances during screening.
9. Does UDUSOK conduct Post-UTME?
UDUSOK may conduct screening or use uploaded results for evaluation. Candidates must follow official admission guidelines each year.