Official Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia (Formerly Nok University) Admission Guide 2026/2027

If you are searching for Nok University, Kachia, for the 2026/2027 academic session, you need to be aware of a massive development: The university has been converted.

Following a Federal Government takeover in early 2025, the institution formerly known as Nok University has been upgraded and renamed the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia (FUASK). This means if you are applying for 2026/2027, you are no longer applying to a private university with high fees, but to a Federal University with significantly lower tuition.

This guide provides the official cut-off marks for FUASK, the fee reality under the new management, and the admission requirements.

FUASK (Formerly Nok University) Cut Off Mark 2026/2027

This transition is the best news for applicants. You get the state-of-the-art facilities built for a private university (Nok) but pay the subsidised fees of a federal institution. The university is located in Kachia, Southern Kaduna, and focuses heavily on applied sciences and health technology.

JAMB Cut Off Mark for All Courses

The school management has officially set the institutional JAMB cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session at 180.

Important Reality Check:

• The Shift from 140 to 180: As a private university (Nok), the cut-off might have been lower. Now that it is a Federal University, the standard has been raised to 180. You must score 180 or above to be eligible for the Post-UTME screening.

• Competition: Because the fees have dropped, the number of applicants has skyrocketed. A score of 180 makes you eligible, but for competitive courses like Medicine and Nursing, you need much higher scores to stand a chance on the merit list.

Departmental Admission Targets

Admission into FUASK is strictly based on merit. Below are the Safe JAMB Scores you should aim for, based on the new federal standards.

College of Medical & Health Sciences

This is the most competitive college. Admission is strictly by quota.

S/N	PROGRAMMES	OFFICIAL CUT-OFF	SAFE TARGET SCORE
1	Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)	240	250+
2	Doctor of Pharmacy	220	230+
3	Nursing Science (B.NSc)	210	220 – 230+
4	Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)	200	210+
5	Radiography	180	200+
6	Health Information Management	180	180+

Note for Medicine/Nursing:

Do not rely on the minimum cut-off. For Medicine and Nursing, the competition is fierce. Ensure you have your O-Level credits (English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in One Sitting.

College of Computing & Applied Sciences

• General Cut-off: 180

• Courses: Computer Science, Cyber Security, Software Engineering, and Information Technology.

• Safe Target: 190 – 200 (Cyber Security and Computer Science are very popular).

College of Environmental Sciences

• General Cut-off: 180

• Courses: Architecture, Quantity Surveying, Environmental Resource Management.

• Safe Target: 180 – 200 (Architecture typically requires 200+).

College of Natural Sciences

• General Cut-off: 180

• Courses: Microbiology, Biotechnology, Industrial Chemistry, Biochemistry.

• Safe Target: 180.

School Fees 2026/2027

This is the biggest benefit of the takeover. While Nok University used to charge millions, FUASK charges federal rates.

Estimated Fee Schedule for Freshers (100 Level):

• Sciences / Environmental: ~₦100,000 – ₦150,000 per session.

• Health Sciences (Nursing/MLS): ~₦150,000 – ₦200,000.

• Medicine & Surgery: ~₦200,000 – ₦250,000.

• Acceptance Fee: ~₦20,000 – ₦30,000.

Note: These figures are estimates based on typical federal university charges in the North-West zone. The official schedule will be released on the portal (fuask.edu.ng).

Does FUASK Write Post UTME Exams?

Likely Yes.

As a Federal University, FUASK is expected to conduct a Post-UTME Screening Exercise (often CBT).

1. Registration: You visit the new portal and register for the Post-UTME.

2. Eligibility: You must have chosen the Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia, as your first choice. If you still have “Nok University” or another school as your first choice, you must do a Change of Institution on JAMB CAPS immediately.

3. The Test: Be prepared for questions on English, Mathematics, and General Knowledge.

Important Admission Tips

1. Name Confusion: On the JAMB portal, ensure you are looking for Federal University of Applied Sciences, Kachia. If you search for “Nok University,” you might not find it, or it might redirect you.

2. Location: The campus remains in Kachia. It is a serene environment, perfect for academic work.

3. Catchment Area: As a federal university, it may give preference to candidates from the catchment area (Kaduna and surrounding states), but Merit admission is open to all Nigerians.

4. Direct Entry: The university accepts JUPEB, IJMB, and ND results for Direct Entry into the 200 Level.