Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara has opened its Post-UTME and Direct Entry registration for the 2026/2027 academic session.
The Kogi State-owned university is accepting applications into programmes approved by the National Universities Commission and available through the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board.
UTME candidates need the cut-off mark set for their chosen course, the correct subject combination and at least five relevant O'Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics. Direct Entry candidates must register and upload their relevant credentials.
The Post-UTME registration fee is ₦2,000.
Who Is Eligible for the CUSTECH Post-UTME Form?
A candidate must score at least 150 in the 2026 UTME before applying, though several courses require scores above 150.
Applicants must also meet these conditions:
- The UTME subjects must qualify the candidate for the chosen programme.
- At least five relevant O'Level credit passes are required.
- English Language and Mathematics must be included.
- O'Level subjects must meet the requirements for the selected programme.
- O'Level results must be uploaded to the JAMB portal.
- CUSTECH should be listed as the candidate's first-choice university.
Candidates should use the programme-specific cut-off marks provided below. A general score of 150 will qualify an applicant only for courses with a cut-off of 150 or lower.
Must O'Level Results Be Uploaded to JAMB CAPS?
Yes. Each candidate must ensure that the O'Level result has been uploaded successfully to JAMB's Central Admissions Processing System.
A candidate whose O'Level result is absent from JAMB CAPS will not be considered for admission.
Applicants should check the upload status before completing the CUSTECH screening registration.
Can Candidates Who Did Not Choose CUSTECH Apply?
Candidates who did not initially choose CUSTECH may apply after changing their first-choice university through the JAMB portal.
Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara must be selected as the new first choice.
The applicant should choose a programme for which the required UTME score, UTME subjects and O'Level subjects have been obtained.
Can Direct Entry Candidates Register?
Yes. Direct Entry candidates are required to register for the admission exercise.
Each Direct Entry applicant must upload the relevant credentials during registration.
The supplied notice does not list separate Direct Entry qualifications for individual programmes.
What Is the General CUSTECH Cut-Off Mark?
The general minimum score is 150.
Programme cut-off marks range from 150 to 280, so candidates must check the score assigned to their intended course before applying.
Examples include:
- Agriculture: 150
- Computer Science: 170
- Civil Engineering: 180
- Nursing Science: 240
- Medicine and Surgery: 280
A candidate with 150 cannot apply for a programme that requires 160, 170, 180 or a higher score.
Which CUSTECH Programmes Are Available?
The programmes have been grouped under nine faculties and colleges. Course-specific admission details are provided below.
Faculty of Agriculture
Agriculture
- Core UTME subjects: Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry and Physics
- UTME options: Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry and Physics
- O'Level core subjects: Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry and Physics
- O'Level options: None stated
- Cut-off mark: 150
Faculty of Computing and Informatics
| Programme | Core UTME Subjects | UTME Options | O'Level Core | O'Level Options | Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | Mathematics, Physics | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Chemistry | Biology, Geography/Computer Studies | 170 |
| Cyber Security | Mathematics, Physics | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Chemistry | Biology, Geography/Computer Studies | 180 |
| Information Technology | Mathematics, Physics | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Chemistry | Biology, Geography/Computer Studies | 160 |
| Software Engineering | Mathematics, Physics | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Chemistry | Biology, Geography/Computer Studies | 170 |
| Library and Information Science | Mathematics, Physics | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Chemistry | Biology, Geography/Computer Studies | 150 |
Faculty of Engineering
All listed engineering programmes require Mathematics, Chemistry and Physics as the core UTME subjects.
The O'Level core subjects are Physics and Chemistry, while the listed options are Further Mathematics, Biology and Geography/Technical Drawing.
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | 160 |
| Civil Engineering | 180 |
| Mining Engineering | 150 |
| Electrical and Electronics Engineering | 170 |
| Computer Engineering | 170 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 170 |
| Marine Engineering | 150 |
| Materials and Metallurgical Engineering | 150 |
| Petroleum and Gas Engineering | 180 |
| Mechatronics Engineering | 170 |
| Agricultural Engineering | 150 |
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
| Programme | Core UTME Subjects | UTME Options | O'Level Core | O'Level Options | Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Physics, Mathematics | Chemistry, Geography, Biology, Fine Art | Physics, Mathematics | Chemistry, Geography, Biology, Fine Art | 180 |
| Urban and Regional Planning | Mathematics, Geography and any two listed options | Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Technical Drawing, Fine Arts, Agricultural Science, Government, Biology | Mathematics, Geography | Physics, Chemistry, Economics, Technical Drawing, Fine Arts, Agricultural Science, Government, Biology | 150 |
| Geography | Geography | Any two science or social science subjects | Geography | Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Economics, Biology/Agricultural Science, Geography, Technical Drawing | 150 |
| Building | Physics, Mathematics | Building Construction, Land Surveying, Fine Arts, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Biology | Physics, Mathematics | Building Construction, Land Surveying, Fine Arts, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Biology | 150 |
| Surveying and Geoinformatics | Physics, Mathematics | Building Construction, Land Surveying, Fine Arts, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Biology | Physics, Mathematics | Building Construction, Land Surveying, Fine Arts, Technical Drawing, Economics, Geography, Biology | 150 |
Faculty of Management and Social Sciences
Economics is the core UTME subject for all listed programmes, while two social science subjects are accepted as options.
The O'Level core subjects are Economics, Financial Accounting, Marketing, Commerce and Business Methods. The listed options are Economics, Technical Drawing, Fine Arts, Agricultural Science, Government and Biology.
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 160 |
| Business Administration | 150 |
| Human Resource Management | 150 |
| Actuarial Science | 150 |
| Economics | 150 |
| Transport and Logistics Management | 150 |
College of Medical Sciences
Biology, Chemistry and Physics are the required UTME and O'Level subjects for all listed medical programmes.
| Programme | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 280 |
| Physiology | 180 |
| Human Anatomy | 200 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 200 |
| Nursing Science | 240 |
| Physiotherapy | 200 |
| Radiography | 200 |
Faculty of Science
| Programme | Core UTME Subjects | UTME Options | O'Level Core | O'Level Options | Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Mathematics | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | None stated | 170 |
| Biology | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Mathematics | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | None stated | 150 |
| Chemistry | Chemistry | Physics, Biology, Mathematics | Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Agricultural Science | None stated | 150 |
| Mathematics | Mathematics, Physics | Chemistry, Economics, Geography | Physics | Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Economics, Biology/Agricultural Science, Geography, Technical Drawing | 150 |
| Microbiology | Biology, Chemistry | Physics, Mathematics | Physics, Chemistry, Biology | Biology, Agricultural Science, Geography/Computer Studies | 170 |
| Physics | Physics, Mathematics | Chemistry, Biology | Physics, Chemistry | Biology, Agricultural Science, Geography/Computer Studies | 150 |
| Statistics | Mathematics, Physics | Chemistry, Economics, Geography | Physics | Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Economics, Biology/Agricultural Science, Geography, Technical Drawing | 150 |
| Geology | Geography | Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Agricultural Science | Physics, Geography | Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Economics, Government | 150 |
| Applied Geophysics | Geography | Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Agricultural Science | Physics, Geography | Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Economics, Government | 150 |
Faculty of Science and Technology Education
| Programme | Core UTME Subjects | UTME Options | O'Level Core | O'Level Options | Cut-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology Education | Biology, Chemistry | Agricultural Science, Geography, Physics | Biology | Two other science subjects | 150 |
| Chemistry Education | Biology, Chemistry | Agricultural Science, Geography, Physics | Chemistry | Two other science subjects | 150 |
| Physics Education | Physics, Mathematics | Agricultural Science, Geography, Chemistry | Physics | Two other science subjects | 150 |
| Mathematics Education | Physics, Mathematics | Agricultural Science, Geography, Chemistry | Mathematics | Two other science subjects | 150 |
| Computer Science Education | Physics, Mathematics | Agricultural Science, Geography, Chemistry, Computer Studies | Computer | Two other science subjects | 150 |
| Geography Education | Geography, Biology | Agricultural Science, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Studies | Geography | Two other science subjects | 150 |
| Building Technology Education | Mathematics, Physics | Building Construction, Technical Drawing | Building Construction, Mathematics | Physics, Chemistry, Fine Arts | 150 |
| Electrical and Electronics Technology Education | Mathematics, Physics | Chemistry, Basic Electronics | Physics, Mathematics | Basic Electronics, Technical Drawing | 150 |
| Mechanical Automobile Technology Education | Mathematics, Physics | Chemistry, Basic Electronics, Auto Mechanics | Physics, Mathematics | Auto Mechanics, Technical Drawing, Chemistry | 150 |
| Metalworks Technology Education | Mathematics, Physics | Technical Drawing, Metalwork | Physics, Mathematics | Technical Drawing, Metalwork | 150 |
| Woodwork Technology Education | Mathematics, Physics | Technical Drawing, Woodwork, Metalwork | Physics, Mathematics | Technical Drawing, Woodwork, Metalwork | 151 |
Technology/Technical Education is also listed among the approved programmes, though a separate cut-off mark and subject combination are not included in the supplied programme table.
Faculty of Law
Law
- Core UTME subjects: English Language, Literature in English and Government/Christian Religious Studies
- UTME options: Any two arts or social science subjects
- O'Level core subjects: English Language, Literature in English and Government
- O'Level options: Christian Religious Studies, Economics and History
- Cut-off mark: 240
How Much Is the CUSTECH Post-UTME Form?
The registration fee is ₦2,000 only.
The supplied notice does not state any other screening charge.
How Will Candidates Register?
Eligible UTME and Direct Entry candidates will complete the registration online.
- The candidate should check the cut-off mark for the chosen course.
- The required UTME and O'Level subjects should be confirmed.
- CUSTECH should be selected as the first-choice university through JAMB.
- The O'Level result should be uploaded to JAMB CAPS.
- The candidate should visit the CUSTECH university website or open the CUSTECH Post-UTME registration portal.
- The required registration details should be entered.
- Direct Entry candidates should upload their relevant credentials.
- The ₦2,000 Post-UTME registration fee should be paid.
- All supplied information should be checked before submission.
The course selected on the form should match the applicant's UTME score and subject qualifications.
What Should Candidates Check Before Applying?
Each candidate should confirm the following details before registration:
- The chosen programme is available at CUSTECH.
- The 2026 UTME score meets the programme cut-off mark.
- The UTME subject combination is correct.
- The five O'Level credits match the programme requirements.
- English Language and Mathematics are included.
- The O'Level result is available on JAMB CAPS.
- CUSTECH is the first-choice university.
A candidate who meets the general score of 150 may still be ineligible for a course with a higher cut-off mark.
Which Courses Have the Highest Cut-Off Marks?
Medicine and Surgery has the highest stated cut-off mark at 280.
Other higher cut-off marks include:
- Nursing Science: 240
- Law: 240
- Human Anatomy: 200
- Medical Laboratory Science: 200
- Physiotherapy: 200
- Radiography: 200
Architecture, Cyber Security, Civil Engineering, Petroleum and Gas Engineering and Physiology each have a cut-off mark of 180.
Which Courses Accept a Cut-Off Mark of 150?
Several programmes have a cut-off mark of 150, including:
- Agriculture
- Library and Information Science
- Mining Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Materials and Metallurgical Engineering
- Agricultural Engineering
- Urban and Regional Planning
- Geography
- Building
- Surveying and Geoinformatics
- Business Administration
- Human Resource Management
- Actuarial Science
- Economics
- Transport and Logistics Management
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Statistics
- Geology
- Applied Geophysics
- Most listed Science and Technology Education programmes
Woodwork Technology Education has a stated cut-off mark of 151.
Common Questions About CUSTECH Admission
Can a Candidate With 150 Apply?
Yes. The candidate may apply for a programme with a cut-off mark of 150, provided the required UTME and O'Level subjects have been obtained.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Medicine and Surgery?
The cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery is 280.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Nursing Science?
The cut-off mark for Nursing Science is 240.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Law?
The cut-off mark for Law is 240.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Computer Science?
The cut-off mark for Computer Science is 170.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Cyber Security?
The cut-off mark for Cyber Security is 180.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Civil Engineering?
The cut-off mark for Civil Engineering is 180.
What Is the Cut-Off Mark for Architecture?
The cut-off mark for Architecture is 180.
Must CUSTECH Be the First Choice?
Candidates are expected to select CUSTECH as their first-choice university. Those who initially selected another university may complete a first-choice change through JAMB.
Can a Candidate Apply Without Uploading O'Level Results to CAPS?
No. Candidates whose O'Level results are absent from JAMB CAPS will not be considered for admission.
Can Direct Entry Candidates Apply?
Yes. Direct Entry candidates must register and upload their relevant credentials.
How Much Is the Registration Fee?
The CUSTECH Post-UTME registration fee is ₦2,000.
Has the Registration Deadline Been Announced?
The supplied notice does not state a closing date.
How Can Applicants Contact CUSTECH?
Applicants may call: 09023551052
Enquiries may also be sent to: admissions@custech.edu.ng
