Universities in Katsina, Nigeria — Full List (2026)
Complete list of all 25 universities in Katsina — federal, state and private. Includes courses, school fees, cut-off marks and admission requirements.
25 Total
7 Federal
11 Private
7 State
25 with Cut-off Data 25 with Fees Data
Universities in Katsina are accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC) and offer undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes. JAMB UTME is required for admission to all universities. Katsina has 25 accredited universities as of 2026.
Federal: Bayero University Kano, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Federal University Lokoja, Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua, Federal University of Transportation Daura, Nigeria Police Academy Wudil, Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano.
All institutions on this page link to their individual detail pages with full courses, fees and admission information.
📊 Katsina Universities — Cut-off Marks & Fees
| # | University | Type | Cut-off | Post-UTME | Fees (Approx) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bayero University Kano (BUK) | Federal | 180 | ✅ Yes | School fees for freshers range from NGN 70,000 to NGN 150,000 per session. |
| 2 | Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) | Federal | 160 | ✅ Yes | FUDMA school fees for freshers range from NGN 40,000 to NGN 80,000 per session. |
| 3 | Federal University Lokoja (FUL) | Federal | 160 | ✅ Yes | Federal universities fees are relatively affordable, typically NGN 40,000 - NGN ... |
| 4 | Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua (FUMHSF) | Federal | 180 | ✅ Yes | School fees for freshers expected around NGN 100,000 – NGN 250,000 per session... |
| 5 | Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD) | Federal | 160 | ✅ Yes | School fees range from NGN 150,000 to NGN 300,000 per session depending on progr... |
| 6 | Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (POLAC) | Federal | 180 | ✅ Yes | Government sponsored for cadets. |
| 7 | Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano (YMSFUEK) | Federal | 150 | ✅ Yes | Federal university fees apply. |
| 8 | Al-Bayan University (AUA) | Private | 145 | ✅ Yes | Private fees typically NGN 200,000 - NGN 400,000 per session. |
| 9 | Al-Istiqama University Sumaila (AUSU) | Private | 150 | ✅ Yes | NGN 250,000 - 500,000 range. |
| 10 | Al-Qalam University Katsina (AUK) | Private | 140 | ✅ Yes | School fees range from NGN 150,000 to NGN 400,000 per session. |
| 11 | Azman University Kano (AZU) | Private | 150 | ✅ Yes | NGN 300,000 - 600,000. |
| 12 | Baba Ahmed University Kano (BAUK) | Private | 140 | ✅ Yes | NGN 250,000 - 500,000. |
| 13 | Capital City University Kano (CCUK) | Private | 150 | ✅ Yes | NGN 300,000 - 600,000. |
| 14 | Elrazi Medical University Kano (EMUK) | Private | 180 | ✅ Yes | NGN 600,000 - 1,500,000 (Medical programmes). |
| 15 | Khalifa Isiyaku Rabiu University Kano (KIRU) | Private | 150 | ✅ Yes | NGN 250,000 - 550,000. |
| 16 | Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria Kano (MAAUN) | Private | 170 | ✅ Yes | NGN 500,000 - 1,200,000 (higher for Medicine). |
| 17 | Salem University (Salem) | Private | 160 | ✅ Yes | Private university fees range from NGN 250,000 to NGN 450,000 per session. |
| 18 | Skyline University Kano (SUK) | Private | 160 | ✅ Yes | NGN 400,000 - 800,000 per session (typical private range). |
| 19 | Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) | State | 160 | ✅ Yes | Science and Technology focused fees typically NGN 80,000 - NGN 150,000 per sessi... |
| 20 | Kano University of Science and Technology Wudil (KUST) | State | 160 | ✅ Yes | State fees approx NGN 50,000 - 130,000. |
| 21 | Kogi State University Kabba (KSUK) | State | 150 | ✅ Yes | Indigene fees from NGN 80,000, Non-Indigene higher (around NGN 180,000+). |
| 22 | Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU) | State | 140 | ✅ Yes | State university fees range from NGN 50,000 to NGN 150,000+ depending on program... |
| 23 | Sa'adatu Rimi University of Education Kano (SRUEK) | State | 140 | ✅ Yes | Subsidized state fees. |
| 24 | Umar Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) | State | 140 | ✅ Yes | UMYU school fees are relatively affordable, typically NGN 30,000 – NGN 80,000 ... |
| 25 | Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YMSU) | State | 160 | ✅ Yes | State university fees approx NGN 60,000 - 150,000. |
🎓 25 Universities in Katsina 25
#1
Bayero University Kano
BUK
Kano, Katsina
Established 1975
Bayero University Kano (BUK) is a prestigious federal university and the first university in Kano State, known for strong programmes in Medicine, Engineering, Islamic Studies, Law and Sciences.
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#2
Federal University Dutsin-Ma
FUDMA
Dutsin-Ma, Katsina
Established 2011
Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) is a federal university established in 2011. It offers a wide range of programmes in Sciences, Agriculture, Engineering, Social Sciences and Arts.
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#3
Federal University Lokoja
FUL
Lokoja, Katsina
Established 2011
Federal University Lokoja (FUL) is a federal university established in 2011 as one of the nine new federal universities. It offers programmes in Arts, Sciences, Social Sciences and Management.
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#4
Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua
FUMHSF
Funtua, Katsina
Established 2025
Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua (FUMHSF) is a new specialized federal university focused on training healthcare professionals.
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#5
Federal University of Transportation Daura
FUTD
Daura, Katsina
Established 2023
The Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD) is Nigeria’s first specialized university focused on transportation, logistics and engineering. Established in 2023.
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#6
Nigeria Police Academy Wudil
POLAC
Wudil, Katsina
Established 2012
Nigeria Police Academy Wudil is a specialized federal university that combines academic degree programmes with professional police training.
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#7
Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano
YMSFUEK
Kano, Katsina
Established 2024
Specialized federal university focused on teacher education and educational development.
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#8
Al-Bayan University
AUA
Ankpa, Katsina
Established 2023
Al-Bayan University Ankpa is a private university established to provide quality education in Social and Management Sciences in Kogi East.
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#9
Al-Istiqama University Sumaila
AUSU
Sumaila, Katsina
Established 2020
Private university with Islamic values and strong academic programmes.
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#10
Al-Qalam University Katsina
AUK
Katsina, Katsina
Established 2005
Al-Qalam University is Nigeria’s first Islamic private university established in 2005. It integrates Islamic values with modern education.
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#11
Azman University Kano
AZU
Kano, Katsina
Established 2022
Private university with focus on quality education and innovation.
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#12
Baba Ahmed University Kano
BAUK
Kano, Katsina
Established 2022
Private university offering diverse undergraduate programmes.
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#13
Capital City University Kano
CCUK
Kano, Katsina
Established 2021
Modern private university located in the capital city of Kano.
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#14
Elrazi Medical University Kano
EMUK
Kano, Katsina
Established 2022
Specialized private medical university focused on healthcare education.
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#15
Khalifa Isiyaku Rabiu University Kano
KIRU
Kano, Katsina
Established 2022
Private university named after a prominent Kano figure.
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#16
Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria Kano
MAAUN
Kano, Katsina
Established 2021
American-style private university offering high-quality education with international standards.
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#17
Salem University
Salem
Lokoja, Katsina
Established 2007
Salem University is a private Christian university established in 2007 with emphasis on academic excellence, character and entrepreneurship.
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#18
Skyline University Kano
SUK
Kano, Katsina
Established 2018
First private university in Kano State offering modern, industry-relevant programmes.
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#19
Confluence University of Science and Technology
CUSTECH
Osara, Katsina
Established 2020
Confluence University of Science and Technology (CUSTECH) is a specialized state university of science and technology established in 2020.
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#20
Kano University of Science and Technology Wudil
KUST
Wudil, Katsina
Established 2001
Leading state technical university focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Agriculture.
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#21
Kogi State University Kabba
KSUK
Kabba, Katsina
Established 2023
Kogi State University Kabba (KSUK) is a new state university established in 2023 to expand access to quality education in Kogi West.
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#22
Prince Abubakar Audu University
PAAU
Anyigba, Katsina
Established 1999
Prince Abubakar Audu University (formerly Kogi State University) is the oldest state university in Kogi State, established in 1999.
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#23
Sa'adatu Rimi University of Education Kano
SRUEK
Kano, Katsina
Established 2020
Specialized state university dedicated to teacher training and educational research.
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#24
Umar Musa Yar’adua University
UMYU
Katsina, Katsina
Established 2006
Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU) is the state university of Katsina established in 2006. It offers programmes in Education, Sciences, Social Sciences, Law and Humanities.
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#25
Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano
YMSU
Kano, Katsina
Established 2012
State university committed to academic excellence and self-reliance.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Universities in Katsina
How many universities are in Katsina?
There are 25 universities in Katsina as of 2026. 7 federal Universities. 7 state Universities. 11 private Universities.
Which is the best university in Katsina?
Bayero University Kano (BUK) is widely regarded as the best university in Katsina, as a federal institution established in 1975. Bayero University Kano (BUK) is a prestigious federal university and the first university in Kano State, known for strong programmes in Medicine, Engineering, Islamic Studies, Law and Sciences.
Which federal university is in Katsina?
The federal universities in Katsina are: Bayero University Kano (BUK), Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA), Federal University Lokoja (FUL), Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua (FUMHSF), Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD), Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (POLAC), Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano (YMSFUEK).
List of private universities in Katsina
Private universities in Katsina: Al-Bayan University (AUA), Al-Istiqama University Sumaila (AUSU), Al-Qalam University Katsina (AUK), Azman University Kano (AZU), Baba Ahmed University Kano (BAUK), Capital City University Kano (CCUK), Elrazi Medical University Kano (EMUK), Khalifa Isiyaku Rabiu University Kano (KIRU), Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria Kano (MAAUN), Salem University (Salem), Skyline University Kano (SUK). All are licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Which university is in Katsina and their fees?
University fees in Katsina vary. Federal universities charge lower subsidised fees. State universities charge fees set by the Katsina State Government. Private universities set their own higher fees. Example — Bayero University Kano (BUK): School fees for freshers range from NGN 70,000 to NGN 150,000 per session. Visit buk.edu.ng for current schedule.
List of universities in Katsina and their cut-off marks
JAMB cut-off marks for universities in Katsina: BUK — 180; FUDMA — 160; FUL — 160; FUMHSF — 180; FUTD — 160; POLAC — 180; YMSFUEK — 150; AUA — 145; AUSU — 150; AUK — 140; AZU — 150; BAUK — 140; CCUK — 150; EMUK — 180; KIRU — 150; MAAUN — 170; Salem — 160; SUK — 160; CUSTECH — 160; KUST — 160; KSUK — 150; PAAU — 140; SRUEK — 140; UMYU — 140; YMSU — 160. These are the minimum JAMB UTME scores required. Individual departments may set higher cut-off marks.
Top 10 universities in Katsina
Top 10 universities in Katsina: 1. Bayero University Kano (BUK) (Federal); 2. Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA) (Federal); 3. Federal University Lokoja (FUL) (Federal); 4. Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua (FUMHSF) (Federal); 5. Federal University of Transportation Daura (FUTD) (Federal); 6. Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (POLAC) (Federal); 7. Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano (YMSFUEK) (Federal); 8. Al-Bayan University (AUA) (Private); 9. Al-Istiqama University Sumaila (AUSU) (Private); 10. Al-Qalam University Katsina (AUK) (Private).
Do universities in Katsina conduct Post-UTME?
Most universities in Katsina conduct Post-UTME screening for qualified candidates. The Post-UTME is usually a Computer Based Test (CBT) held after JAMB results are released. Check each institution's portal for the current Post-UTME schedule and requirements.
Which universities in Katsina have hostel accommodation?
Most universities in Katsina provide on-campus hostel accommodation, though spaces may be limited. Students are advised to apply for hostel allocation early through their institution's student affairs portal.
What are the requirements for admission into universities in Katsina?
General admission requirements for universities in Katsina:
(1) Sit JAMB UTME and score at least the institution's cut-off mark.
(2) Have minimum of five O'Level credit passes including English Language and Mathematics, plus relevant subjects.
(3) Pass the Post-UTME screening (CBT and/or document verification).
(4) Direct Entry: two A'Level passes or ND/HND Upper Credit for appropriate programmes.
Visit each university's detail page for specific programme requirements.
Which universities in Katsina have hostel accommodation?
The following universities in Katsina provide on-campus hostel accommodation:
Bayero University Kano, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Federal University Lokoja, Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua, Federal University of Transportation Daura, Nigeria Police Academy Wudil, Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano, Al-Bayan University, Al-Istiqama University Sumaila, Al-Qalam University Katsina, Azman University Kano, Baba Ahmed University Kano, Capital City University Kano, Elrazi Medical University Kano, Khalifa Isiyaku Rabiu University Kano, Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria Kano, Salem University, Skyline University Kano, Confluence University of Science and Technology, Kano University of Science and Technology Wudil, Kogi State University Kabba, Prince Abubakar Audu University, Sa'adatu Rimi University of Education Kano, Umar Musa Yar’adua University, Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano.
Contact the student affairs office of each university for hostel allocation procedures and fees.
How many courses are offered in universities in Katsina?
Universities in Katsina collectively offer hundreds of NUC-accredited programmes across medicine, engineering, law, sciences, social sciences, arts, agriculture, education, pharmacy, architecture and information technology. Each university offers different sets of courses. Click on any university above to see the full list of courses it offers.
Are all universities in Katsina accredited?
All universities listed on this page are officially recognised and accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). However, accreditation status of specific programmes within each institution may vary. Always verify accreditation directly with NUC or the institution before enrolling.
About Universities in Katsina
Katsina has 25 accredited universities as of 2026. Nigeria has over 170 NUC-accredited universities. Below is the complete list of universities in Katsina, covering federal, state and private institutions. The federal institutions are: Bayero University Kano, Federal University Dutsin-Ma, Federal University Lokoja, Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua, Federal University of Transportation Daura, Nigeria Police Academy Wudil, Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano. Katsina also has 11 private Universities.
All institutions are regulated by the National Universities Commission (NUC). Each institution listing on this page includes a full detail page covering courses offered, school fees, JAMB cut-off marks, Post-UTME requirements, admission criteria, notable alumni and contact information.
For related information about Katsina, visit the Katsina state page, Katsina history, Katsina state budget, Katsina local government areas or all institutions in Katsina.