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SAZU (BASUG) Post-UTME/DE 2026/2027: Cut-Off Mark & Registration

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Tryphena Loveday

Academic Research Lead

May 31, 2026

Sa'adu Zungur University (SAZU), formerly Bauchi State University, Gadau (BASUG), has commenced its online Post-UTME and Direct Entry (DE) screening registration for the 2026/2027 academic session starting from Monday, 1st June, 2026.

SA'ZU Post-UTME/DE 2026: Cut off mark, Eligibility and Registration Procedures

Eligibility & Cut-Off Mark

  • First Choice & Minimum UTME Score: Candidates who chose Sa'adu Zungur University, Bauchi State as their First Choice in the 2026 UTME and scored 150 and above.
  • Change of Institution: Candidates who did not initially choose SAZU as their First Choice but scored 150 and above can apply after visiting a JAMB CBT centre to change their first-choice institution to SAZU.
  • Direct Entry (DE) Candidates: Must hold an OND, HND, First Degree, or A'Level qualification in relevant disciplines and subjects.
  • Compulsory JAMB CAPS Upload: All candidates must upload their O'Level results (and A'Level results for DE applicants) on JAMB CAPS.

Step-by-Step Online Application Procedure

The non-refundable screening fee is ₦2,000. Follow these steps to apply:

  1. Visit the official SAZU screening portal at basug_screened.admissions.cloud.
  2. Account Activation: Click on New Application and enter your name and a valid personal phone number.
  3. Login: On the login page, enter your phone number as both your Username and Password.
  4. Payment & Form Completion: Confirm your JAMB information on the welcome page (note that the university is not liable for payments made with a wrong JAMB registration number), pay the non-refundable ₦2,000 screening fee, and complete your online screening form.

Prepare for your screening using the Mentra POST-UTME app, available on both Android and iOS.

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Community Discussion

Candidate Comments & Inquiries (4)

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Aisha Danjuma

May 31, 2026

What do I use as my username and password after activating my account on the SAZU portal?

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Mentra Admissions Team

May 31, 2026

Hello Aisha! After clicking New Application and entering your name and phone number, use that same phone number as both your Username and Password to log in.

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Zynar Sani

Jun 1, 2026

Is Sa'adu Zungur University the same as Bauchi State University Gadau (BASUG)?

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Mentra Admissions Team

Jun 1, 2026

Yes, Zynar! Bauchi State University, Gadau (BASUG) was officially renamed Sa'adu Zungur University (SAZU).

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