If you’re aiming to study at Baze University, Abuja, in the 2025/2026 session, this guide is for you.
It explains the cut‑off marks set for UTME and Post‑UTME for various courses, and you’ll find clear answers to common questions students in Nigeria ask.
What is the general cut‑off mark for Baze University?
Baze University requires that UTME candidates score at least 160 to qualify for post-UTME screening.
This requirement applies to all courses unless higher standards are set by specific faculties.
In essence, a UTME mark of 160 and above makes you eligible to apply for Post‑UTME.
What are the cut‑off marks for specific courses?
Certain courses require higher UTME scores because of demand or professional standards. Based on the latest official figures:
- Medicine and Surgery: 200
- Law: 190
- Civil Engineering, Medical Laboratory Science: 170
- Petroleum & Gas Engineering: 180
- All other courses start at the general 160 mark.
What are departmental cut‑off points (Post‑UTME aggregate)?
Baze uses a two-part score after the Post‑UTME:
- For most faculties, the departmental cut‑off is 45%.
- Some courses require a bit more:
- Medical Laboratory Science: 47%
- Medicine and Surgery: 55%
So even if your UTME score meets the requirement, your post-UTME result must meet or exceed these departmental percentages.
How do I calculate my aggregate score?
To find your final score, Baze University follows this method:
- Divide your UTME score by 8.
- Divide your post-UTME score by 2.
- Add the two results to get your aggregate score.
Example: if your UTME is 160 ⇒ 20 points; Post‑UTME 60 ⇒ 30 points; total = 50. You then compare that to your course’s cut‑off percentage.
Can I apply if I didn’t score up to 160 in UTME?
No. The 160 UTME score is the minimum to enter the post-UTME screening. If you scored less than that, you’re not eligible.
However, with a score of 160 or higher, you can apply. But remember, some courses like Medicine and Law require even higher scores.
Do I need good O’Level results too?
Yes. You must have at least five credits in WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB, including English and Mathematics.
These credits are essential before you can get an admission offer.
What steps should I follow from UTME to admission?
- Register for UTME and score at least the course’s cut‑off.
- Apply for Post‑UTME once the Post‑UTME form is out.
- Sit the Post‑UTME test.
- Calculate your aggregate score and compare with the departmental percentage.
- If you meet both UTME and Post‑UTME criteria, you can receive an admission offer.