Official TASU Jalingo Admission Guide 2026/2027

Official TASU Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027: This article provides you with everything you need to know about Taraba State University (TASU), Jalingo, for the 2026/2027 academic session. Whether you are an indigene of “Nature’s Gift to the Nation” or a student from another state seeking a university with a stable calendar, this guide covers the official cut-off marks, school fees estimates, and the details of their admission screening.

TASU Cut Off Mark 2026/2027

If you are aiming for TASU for the 2026/2027 academic session, you are choosing a university located in Jalingo, the state capital. Established to widen access to education in the North-East, TASU has grown into a respectable institution with a focus on Agriculture and Sciences. Below are the admission stats for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year.

TASU JAMB Cut Off Mark for All Courses

The school management has officially set the TASU JAMB cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session at 140.

Important Reality Check:

• The 140 Benchmark: This is the minimum score required to be eligible for the Post-UTME screening. If you scored 140, you are eligible to register for most courses in the Faculties of Education, Arts, and Agriculture.

• The “Professional” Benchmark: For highly competitive courses like Law, Nursing Science, and Medical Laboratory Science, a score of 140 is merely a formality. You generally need a score of 200 to 220+ to stand a realistic chance on the merit list.

• First Choice Policy: TASU typically favors candidates who chose them as their First Choice in JAMB. If they are your Second Choice, you should effect a Change of Institution to avoid being screened out.

TASU Departmental Cut-off Mark Targets

Admission into TASU is largely based on your JAMB score and the strength of your O’Level grades. Below are the Safe JAMB Scores you should aim for to be confident of admission.

Faculty of Health Sciences

This is the most competitive faculty. Admission here is strictly by merit.

| S/N | PROGRAMMES | SAFE TARGET SCORE |

| 1 | Nursing Science | 220+ |

| 2 | Medical Laboratory Science | 200+ |

| 3 | Public Health | 180+ |

Faculty of Law

TASU Law Faculty is highly respected in the region.

| S/N | PROGRAMMES | SAFE TARGET SCORE |

| 1 | Law (LL.B) | 220+ |

Faculty of Engineering

S/N	PROGRAMMES	SAFE TARGET SCORE
1	Civil Engineering	170+
2	Electrical/Electronics Engineering	170+
3	Mechanical Engineering	170+
4	Agricultural Engineering	150+

Faculty of Science

S/N	PROGRAMMES	SAFE TARGET SCORE
1	Computer Science	170+
2	Microbiology	160+
3	Biochemistry	160+
4	Biology	150+
5	Physics / Mathematics	140+

Faculty of Agriculture

Given the state’s agrarian nature, this faculty is well-funded.

| S/N | PROGRAMMES | SAFE TARGET SCORE |

| 1 | Agriculture (All Options) | 140+ |

| 2 | Forestry & Wildlife | 140+ |

TASU School Fees 2026/2027

TASU school fees are generally affordable, though there is a distinction between Indigenes and Non-Indigenes.

Estimated Fee Schedule for Freshers (100 Level):

• Indigenes of Taraba State: ~₦50,000 – ₦65,000

• Non-Indigenes: ~₦80,000 – ₦100,000

  • Note: Fees are subject to review. Medical and Engineering students often pay slightly higher due to laboratory fees.

• Acceptance Fee: ~₦10,000 (Non-refundable).

Does TASU Write Post UTME Exams?

Usually, No. TASU typically adopts an Online Screening Method.

1. Registration: You visit the portal (tsuniversity.edu.ng) and register for the screening (Cost is usually ₦2,000).

2. Upload Credentials: You upload your O’Level Result (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) and JAMB details.

3. Grading: The admission office evaluates your credentials. If you have the required Credits (including English and Maths) and meet the departmental cut-off, you are admitted.

4. Physical Verification: After admission, you will be required to come to the campus in Jalingo to present your original documents for verification.

Important Admission Tips

1. O’Level Upload: You MUST upload your O’Level results to JAMB CAPS. TASU will not admit any candidate with “Awaiting Result” status on CAPS once the admission list is compiled.

2. Catchment Area: Being a state university, TASU gives preference to candidates from Taraba State and the surrounding North-East region.

3. Direct Entry: TASU accepts NCE and ND results. You generally need a minimum of Lower Credit for ND or Merit for NCE to be considered.

Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions about the TASU portal, acceptance fee payment, or hostel accommodation in Jalingo, as our support team is always on standby to assist you.