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BSUAST IFES Issues Urgent Notice on 2026 JAMB and O’Level Exams

The management of the Institute of Foundation & Entrepreneurship Studies (IFES), Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (BSUAST), Ihugh, has issued an official notice to all students enrolled in its Pre-Degree and Remedial programmes.

The directive, released through the Office of the Vice-Chancellor, is for immediate compliance and applies to both newly admitted and returning students.

What the Notice Covers

The university outlined mandatory academic requirements that affect every Pre-Degree and Remedial student under IFES. According to the management, these directives are not optional and are critical to students’ academic progression.

EducationNGR also learnt that the university expects strict adherence to the timelines provided.

2026 JAMB Registration and Examination

All Pre-Degree and Remedial students are required to register for and sit for the 2026 Joint Admissions and Matriculation Examination (JAMB).

The official JAMB registration window, as stated in the notice, is as follows:

  • Registration opens: 26 January 2026

  • Registration closes: 28 February 2026

The university warned students against late action, noting that failure to complete registration within the approved period may negatively affect their academic plans.

O’Level Deficiencies: Required Action

Students who have deficiencies in their O’Level results have been directed to register for and write the 2026 WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB examinations to correct any failed or missing subjects.

The management made it clear that unresolved O’Level deficiencies will not be overlooked, and affected students must take responsibility for remedying them through the appropriate examinations.

Important Notice to Students

BSUAST stated that the directive is issued for the information of all concerned students and demands immediate compliance. No additional conditions or extensions were announced.

Students in the Pre-Degree and Remedial programmes are therefore advised to act promptly and ensure full compliance with all stated requirements to avoid future academic complications.

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BSUAST Ihugh Invites Jambites for Post-UTME Admission 2025/2026

The University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (BSUAST), Ihugh, Benue State, has announced that it is now officially profiled on the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) for the 2025/2026 admissions cycle. EducationNGR also learnt that the institution, described as a modern and forward-looking polymathic university, is committed to producing highly skilled graduates for Nigeria’s growing knowledge-driven economy.

Invitation for Applications

Suitably qualified candidates who participated in the 2025/2026 JAMB UTME and attained the required cut-off marks are invited to apply for admission into the university’s degree programmes.

Interested applicants are advised to visit any JAMB Office or accredited CBT centre to complete a Change of Institution to UAST, Ihugh as their First Choice institution.

Programme Cut-Off Marks

  • Nursing Science: 160 and above
  • Medical Laboratory Science (MLS): 160 and above
  • Human Nutrition and Dietetics: 160 and above
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine: 160 and above
  • All Other Programmes: 150 and above (Agriculture, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, Management, Education, etc.)

Application and Post-UTME Procedure

Candidates applying to UAST should follow the steps below:

  1. Change institution to UAST, Ihugh on the JAMB CAPS Portal through any accredited CBT Centre or JAMB Office.
  2. Ensure your O-Level results are correctly uploaded to JAMB CAPS. Candidates without uploaded SSCE results will not be considered.
  3. Visit the UAST Admissions Portal via portal.bsuast.edu.ng to register for the Post-UTME Screening.
  4. Complete the online form and upload the required documents:
  5. Pay the non-refundable ₦2,000 Post-UTME Screening Fee.
  6. Print and keep the Screening Acknowledgement Slip for the verification process.

Important Notes

  • All admissions will be processed strictly through JAMB CAPS.
  • Candidates must ensure their SSCE results are uploaded; otherwise, they will not receive admission consideration.
  • Any candidate found to have submitted false or misleading information will be immediately deregistered and handed over to law enforcement agencies.

NUC-Approved Degree Programmes and Entry Requirements

Below is the summary of approved programmes, required UTME subject combinations, SSCE requirements, and recommended cut-off marks:

Agriculture and Related Fields

  • Agricultural Economics and Farm Management – Cut-off: 150
    • UTME: English, Mathematics/Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Economics
    • SSCE: English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology + 1 relevant subject
  • Animal Science – Cut-off: 150
    • UTME: English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
    • SSCE: English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry + 1 subject
  • Crop Science – Cut-off: 150
  • Soil Science – Cut-off: 150
  • Agribusiness – Cut-off: 150
  • Agricultural Extension and Rural Sociology – Cut-off: 150
  • Family and Consumer Science – Cut-off: 150
  • Horticulture and Landscape Management – Cut-off: 150
  • Food Science and Technology – Cut-off: 150
  • Water Resources and Agro-Meteorology – Cut-off: 150
  • Forestry Resources and Wildlife Management – Cut-off: 150
  • Fisheries and Aquaculture – Cut-off: 150

(All programmes above require 5 SSCE credits including English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and one additional subject.)

Computing & Technology Programmes

  • Computer Science – Cut-off: 150
  • Data Science – Cut-off: 150
  • Software Engineering – Cut-off: 150
  • Cybersecurity – Cut-off: 150
  • Information and Communications Technology – Cut-off: 150
  • Information Systems – Cut-off: 150
  • Information Technology – Cut-off: 150

(All computing programmes require Mathematics, Physics, English, and two additional science-related subjects.)

Science Programmes

  • Industrial Physics – Cut-off: 150
  • Industrial Chemistry – Cut-off: 150
  • Biochemistry – Cut-off: 150
  • Microbiology – Cut-off: 150
  • Biotechnology – Cut-off: 150
  • Environmental Management and Toxicology – Cut-off: 150
  • Zoology – Cut-off: 150
  • Medicinal Chemistry – Cut-off: 150
  • Geology and Mining – Cut-off: 150
  • Industrial Mathematics – Cut-off: 150

Health-Related Programmes

  • Human Nutrition and Dietetics – Cut-off: 160
  • Medical Laboratory Science – Cut-off: 160
  • Public Health – Cut-off: 150
  • Complementary and Alternative Medicine – Cut-off: 160
  • Nursing Science – Cut-off: 160

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BSUAST Pre-Science/Remedial Admission Form 2025/2026

Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology has opened its Pre-Science and Remedial Science admission for the 2025/2026 session. Forms cost ten thousand naira and lead into degree courses across many schools. Check details below on entry rules and how to apply.

Benue State University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (BSUAST) is calling for applications into its one-year Pre-Science and Remedial Science programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.

The school, established by the state government in 2024 and licensed by the National Universities Commission in 2025, was set up with a broad mission: teaching across agriculture, sciences, health, computing, and engineering. Now, it has opened this pathway programme to prepare candidates for full degree study.

Schools Available Under BSUAST Pre-Science/Remedial Science Admission

The programme leads into bachelor’s degrees across many schools within the university, such as:

  • School of Precision Agriculture
  • School of Computing and Innovation
  • School of Sustainable Forestry and Green Economy
  • School of Chemical Sciences and Technology
  • School of Basic Medical Sciences
  • School of Clinical Sciences
  • School of Science and Industry
  • School of Allied Health Sciences
  • School of Engineering and Technology
  • School of Fisheries and Blue Economy
  • School of Livestock and Animal Biotechnology
  • School of Pharmaceutical Sciences

Plenty of options here, from farm science to pharmacy, computing to clinical practice.

Entry Rules for BSUAST Pre-Science/Remedial Science Admission

Applicants must have at least four credit passes at O’Level (WASSCE, SSCE, GCE, or equivalent). The credits must cover:

  • English Language
  • Mathematics or Further Mathematics
  • Chemistry or Physics
  • Biology or Agricultural Science

This is the minimum needed before a candidate can be considered.

How to Apply for BSUAST Pre-Science/Remedial Science Admission

The steps are straightforward, but attention is key:

  • Visit the BSUAST admission page
  • Pay the application fee of ₦10,000 only into the following bank account:
    • Bank Name: Fidelity Bank Plc
    • Account Name: University of Agriculture, Science and Technology Ihuogh Application Forms Account
    • Account Number: 5030161157
  • Submit proof of payment to the Office of the Bursar, at the take-off campus located on Ihuogh-Korinya Road, Ihuogh, Vandekiya LGA, Benue State

For help, enquiries can be directed to +2348065365620.