Bauchi State University Gadau (BASUG) Cut-Off Mark, Courses & School Fees For 2026 Admission
Some universities are named after cities; this one is named after a town most Nigerians have never heard of — Gadau, a quiet settlement in the north of Bauchi State. That choice says something about the institution’s purpose: Bauchi State University was deliberately sited to bring higher education to a rural, under-served corner of the North-East, and it has grown into a genuine engine of opportunity for students who might otherwise have had to travel far for a degree.
This guide gives 2026 applicants everything they need: the cut-off mark, departmental scores, the full course list, a clear fee breakdown, and the application process.
About Bauchi State University, Gadau
Bauchi State University, Gadau — commonly abbreviated BASUG — is owned by the Bauchi State Government and headquartered in Gadau, Itas/Gadau Local Government Area, Bauchi State, in Nigeria’s North-East. It was established in 2011, placing it among the newer-generation state universities, and it was deliberately located in a rural area to extend educational access beyond the state’s urban centres.
BASUG operates from its main campus in Gadau, with the university spread across faculties covering Science, Computing, Arts and Education, Social and Management Sciences, and increasingly the health sciences. Despite its relatively young age and rural setting, BASUG has steadily built up its programmes and infrastructure, becoming an important institution for students across Bauchi and the surrounding North-East states.
The rural Gadau location shapes the student experience — it’s a calm, distraction-light environment with a very low cost of living, which suits focused study and stretches a student’s budget further than almost anywhere in the south.
For comparison with other northern institutions, our Federal University Kashere student portal guide covers a fellow North-East federal university, and the UNIOSUN cut-off calculation guide explains the aggregate scoring BASUG and other state universities use.
BASUG’s 2026 Cut-Off Mark
Bauchi State University set its general UTME cut-off at 150 for the 2026/2027 session, matching the national minimum approved at JAMB’s May 11, 2026 Policy Meeting. As a state university focused on widening access in a historically under-served region, BASUG keeps its baseline accessible — welcome news for candidates with moderate JAMB scores.
The standard note applies: 150 makes you eligible, while the more in-demand programmes (the sciences, Computer Science, Accounting, and any health courses) set somewhat higher benchmarks. But across BASUG’s education, arts, and social science catalogue, a score around 150–165 is realistically workable.
BASUG Departmental Cut-Off Marks For 2026 (Estimated)
These guideline figures reflect typical competitiveness. They’re estimates from past patterns and can shift slightly each session.
| Course/Department | Estimated JAMB Cut-Off | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 175 – 200 | Moderate-high |
| Information Technology | 165 – 185 | Moderate |
| Software Engineering | 170 – 195 | Moderate-high |
| Accounting | 170 – 195 | Moderate-high |
| Banking and Finance | 160 – 180 | Accessible |
| Business Administration | 160 – 180 | Accessible |
| Economics | 165 – 185 | Moderate |
| Public Administration | 155 – 175 | Accessible |
| Political Science | 160 – 180 | Accessible |
| Sociology | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Mass Communication | 175 – 200 | Moderate-high |
| English | 160 – 180 | Accessible |
| History | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Arabic | 150 – 165 | Accessible |
| Islamic Studies | 150 – 165 | Accessible |
| Hausa | 150 – 165 | Accessible |
| Geography | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Microbiology | 165 – 185 | Moderate |
| Biochemistry | 165 – 185 | Moderate |
| Biology | 155 – 175 | Accessible |
| Chemistry | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Physics | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Mathematics | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Statistics | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Geology | 155 – 175 | Accessible |
| Nursing Science (where available) | 200 – 230 | High |
| Public Health (where available) | 175 – 200 | Moderate-high |
| Education (Science) | 150 – 170 | Accessible |
| Education (Arts) | 150 – 165 | Accessible |
| Education (Social Science) | 150 – 165 | Accessible |
| Library and Information Science | 150 – 165 | Accessible |
If your score lands in the 150–175 zone, the bulk of BASUG’s catalogue is within reach — the Education programmes, Arts (Arabic, Islamic Studies, Hausa, History), the social sciences, and the basic sciences. Computer Science, Accounting, Mass Communication, and any health programmes are where you’ll want to aim higher.
BASUG sets final admission on an aggregate of UTME and Post-UTME, calculated as our UNIOSUN cut-off calculation guide explains.
Courses Offered At BASUG
BASUG’s catalogue covers the core faculties, with steady expansion. By faculty:
Faculty of Science
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Software Engineering
- Mathematics
- Statistics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Biochemistry
- Biology / Biological Sciences
- Geology
- Industrial Chemistry
Faculty of Arts and Education
- Education and English
- Education and Mathematics
- Education and Biology
- Education and Chemistry
- Education and Physics
- Education and Islamic Studies
- Education and Arabic
- English and Literary Studies
- History
- Arabic
- Islamic Studies
- Hausa
- Library and Information Science
Faculty of Social and Management Sciences
- Economics
- Political Science
- Sociology
- Public Administration
- Mass Communication
- Geography
- Accounting
- Banking and Finance
- Business Administration
Faculty of Health Sciences (developing)
- Nursing Science
- Public Health
- Medical Laboratory Science (where accredited)
- Anatomy / Physiology (where accredited)
A Postgraduate School offers Masters and PhD programmes across the established faculties.
As a younger university, BASUG continues adding programmes, so always confirm the current accredited list on the official portal before applying — particularly for the developing health sciences.
BASUG School Fees For 2026
As a state university in a region prioritising educational access, BASUG’s fees are among the most affordable in Nigeria. The indigene versus non-indigene distinction applies, with Bauchi State indigenes paying less.
Freshers (100 Level) — Tuition Per Session
| Faculty/Course | Bauchi Indigene (₦) | Non-Indigene (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Education | ₦40,000 – ₦75,000 | ₦80,000 – ₦130,000 |
| Arts | ₦45,000 – ₦80,000 | ₦90,000 – ₦140,000 |
| Social/Management Sciences | ₦55,000 – ₦95,000 | ₦100,000 – ₦160,000 |
| Sciences | ₦70,000 – ₦120,000 | ₦130,000 – ₦200,000 |
| Computer Science | ₦85,000 – ₦140,000 | ₦150,000 – ₦220,000 |
| Health Sciences (where available) | ₦120,000 – ₦190,000 | ₦200,000 – ₦300,000 |
Returning Students (200 Level+) — Tuition Per Session
| Faculty/Course | Bauchi Indigene (₦) | Non-Indigene (₦) |
|---|---|---|
| Education/Arts | ₦30,000 – ₦60,000 | ₦65,000 – ₦110,000 |
| Social/Management Sciences | ₦40,000 – ₦75,000 | ₦80,000 – ₦135,000 |
| Sciences | ₦55,000 – ₦95,000 | ₦100,000 – ₦160,000 |
| Computer Science | ₦70,000 – ₦115,000 | ₦125,000 – ₦190,000 |
| Health Sciences | ₦100,000 – ₦160,000 | ₦170,000 – ₦260,000 |
Fees run per session. BASUG sits firmly among the most affordable universities in this series — comparable to SSU and YUMSUK — thanks to indigene subsidies and Gadau’s exceptionally low cost of living. For the federal comparison, our UNILAG 100-level fees guide shows where a federal university lands.
Other Costs At BASUG
| Item | Estimate (₦) |
|---|---|
| Acceptance fee (freshers) | ₦20,000 – ₦40,000 |
| Post-UTME/screening fee | ₦2,000 – ₦3,500 |
| ICT/technology fee | ₦6,000 – ₦12,000 |
| Examination fee | ₦6,000 – ₦11,000 |
| Departmental/faculty dues | ₦3,500 – ₦8,000 |
| SUG dues | ₦1,500 – ₦3,500 |
| Hostel (per session) | ₦15,000 – ₦35,000 |
| Health/medical fee | ₦4,000 – ₦9,000 |
| ID card | ₦1,500 – ₦4,000 |
| Books & materials | ₦25,000 – ₦65,000 |
| Feeding (monthly) | ₦15,000 – ₦35,000 |
Putting it together, a first-year indigene should budget around ₦140,000 – ₦300,000 for the first session, with non-indigenes somewhat higher. Gadau’s rural setting means living costs — especially feeding and accommodation — are about as low as you’ll find anywhere in Nigeria, making BASUG a strong choice for students on tight budgets.
Admission Requirements And How To Apply
BASUG’s requirements follow the state-university template. A 2026 UTME score of at least 150 (a little higher for Computer Science, Accounting, Mass Communication and any health courses), with BASUG as first choice. On O’Level, five credits in not more than two sittings including English and Maths, plus three subjects relevant to your course — the sciences want Chemistry, Biology and Physics; the management courses want Economics; Arabic and Islamic Studies programmes value those subjects; education-subject combinations need a credit in the subject you intend to teach.
BASUG runs a Post-UTME/screening exercise and accepts Direct Entry candidates with IJMB, JUPEB, A-Levels, ND, or NCE qualifications alongside the O’Level requirements.
The route: register and sit JAMB with BASUG first → clear the cut-off and apply for Post-UTME on the BASUG portal (basug.edu.ng), paying the screening fee → sit the screening → check JAMB CAPS and the BASUG portal for your offer and accept it → pay the acceptance fee → settle session fees, register, sort accommodation, and resume.
Tips For BASUG Applicants
With an accessible cut-off, most prepared BASUG applicants get in — so the practical focus is choosing the right course and submitting a clean application. If you’re targeting Computer Science, Accounting, Mass Communication, or a health science, push your score toward 180+ and keep relevant grades strong. For the many accessible education, arts, and social science courses, focus on matching your JAMB subjects correctly and getting your O’Level details right. List BASUG first; Bauchi indigenes gain both cheaper fees and catchment advantage. As a developing university, confirm your intended course is currently accredited before committing — especially the newer health programmes. And factor in the rural Gadau setting: it’s calm and very affordable, but quite remote, so weigh whether that environment suits you before applying.
For broader context, our Federal University Kashere portal guide and ABSU cut-off guide show how other Nigerian universities operate.
BASUG Accommodation
| Hostel Type | Per Session (₦) |
|---|---|
| Male hostels | ₦15,000 – ₦30,000 |
| Female hostels | ₦18,000 – ₦35,000 |
| Off-campus (Gadau/Itas) | ₦50,000 – ₦150,000 yearly |
On-campus bed space is limited, so some students rent off-campus around Gadau and the wider Itas area — where accommodation is exceptionally cheap by Nigerian standards. The rural location keeps housing among the most affordable of any university town in the country, which is one of BASUG’s quiet advantages for budget-conscious students.
BASUG FAQs
Federal or state? State — owned by the Bauchi State Government, established 2011, headquartered in Gadau.
Where exactly is BASUG? In Gadau, a town in the Itas/Gadau Local Government Area of Bauchi State — deliberately sited in a rural area to widen educational access in the North-East.
2026 cut-off? 150 general, with Computer Science, Accounting, Mass Communication and health courses requiring a bit more.
Can 150 get me in? Yes, for the great majority of BASUG’s education, arts, social science and basic science courses.
Does BASUG offer Medicine? BASUG’s health sciences are developing (Nursing, Public Health, and related programmes where accredited). Full Medicine may not yet be available — confirm the current accredited list directly with the university.
Is there a Post-UTME? Yes — a Post-UTME/screening exercise for eligible candidates.
Indigene vs non-indigene fees? Bauchi indigenes pay considerably less than non-indigenes.
How affordable is BASUG? Among the most affordable universities in Nigeria — low fees plus Gadau’s exceptionally low rural cost of living.
Is hostel guaranteed? No — bed space is limited, but off-campus housing around Gadau is among the cheapest in the country.
Is the rural location a drawback? It depends on you — Gadau is calm, affordable, and distraction-free, but remote. It suits focused students comfortable with a quieter, rural environment.
Final Take
Bauchi State University, Gadau is a quiet success story — a young university planted deliberately in a rural town to bring higher education within reach of students who needed it most. It won’t dazzle anyone with prestige or city buzz, but it delivers something genuinely valuable: an affordable, accessible, NUC-accredited degree in a calm environment with one of the lowest costs of living in Nigerian higher education.
For 2026, the 150 cut-off keeps the door wide open, with only the competitive courses pushing toward 180+. Budget around ₦140,000 – ₦300,000 for a first-year indigene — placing BASUG among the most economical universities in this whole series. Choose the right course, match your JAMB subjects, confirm accreditation for newer programmes, list BASUG first, and make sure the rural Gadau setting suits you. As always, verify the current cut-off marks, fees and Post-UTME dates on the official JAMB portal and the BASUG portal before applying, since the figures shift each session.
For an affordable, focused, accessible state university serving the North-East, BASUG is a sensible and underrated choice.
