The School of Nursing, Amachara’s cut-off mark for the 2026 admission year has been announced by the school. The cut-off mark is the minimum score that every student needs to achieve in their JAMB and entrance screening exams to be eligible for admission.

Each year, the school releases a fresh cut-off mark, and the reason is that the school receives tons of applications every year, and there is a need to have a specific cut-off mark to enable it to admit fewer students into the school.

Most of the aspiring students who want to study in this school don’t know the cut-off mark for admission, and this usually leads to them missing out on admission to the school. Knowing the cut-off mark will help you to determine on time whether you will be admitted into the school or not.

In this blog post, we are going to provide you with details of the cut-off mark of the School of Nursing, Amachara, and the admission requirements.

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School Of Nursing, Amachara Cut Off Mark and Admission Requirements

The JAMB cutoff for the School of Nursing, Amachara is 160. This means that before you can be eligible to buy the school admission form, you must score a minimum of 160 in the 2026 UTME. If you score below this cutoff mark, you will not be considered for admission into the school.

Aside from scoring above the cutoff mark, there are still other requirements that students need to meet before they can be offered admission.

The requirement includes:

You must have five (5) credit passes in O’Level exams (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) in these subjects:

• English Language
• Mathematics
• Biology
• Chemistry
• Physics

These passes must be achieved in no more than two sittings.

• Be at least 16 years of age at the time of admission.
• Be medically and physically fit, as evidence of fitness will be required during registration.
• Sit for the entrance examination conducted by the school and perform satisfactorily.
• Attend an oral interview if shortlisted after the written examination.

Present relevant documents such as:

• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Local government of origin certificate
• Two recent passport photographs

How to Apply for Abia State College of Nursing Sciences, Amachara 2026/2027

The application for the Basic Nursing and ND Nursing programs at Amachara is a two-phase process involving both JAMB and the Abia State Ministry of Health. Follow these verified steps to secure your form:

Step 1: JAMB UTME Requirements

For the 2026/2027 academic session, you must have sat for the JAMB UTME and scored a minimum of 160.

• Choice of Institution: Ensure you have changed your first choice to Abia State College of Nursing Sciences (Amachara/Umuahia) on the JAMB portal.

• Subject Combination: You must have sat for English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

Step 2: Obtain the Screening Form

The Abia State Ministry of Health usually handles the sale of forms. You can obtain the application form through two main channels:

1. The Ministry of Health, Umuahia: Visit the Nursing Department at the State Secretariat, Umuahia.

2. Amachara Campus: Occasionally, forms are sold directly at the school’s administrative block.

Step 3: Payment of Application Fee

The application fee for 2026 is  ₦22,000.

• Bank Payment: You will be given a specific bank account (usually a State Government Revenue Account) to pay into.

• Receipt Exchange: Take your bank teller back to the Ministry of Health or the school to exchange it for an official school receipt and the application form.

Step 4: Form Completion and Document Submission

Fill out the hard-copy or online form (depending on the year’s specific instructions) with your correct details. You must attach the following documents:

• Two recent passport photographs (white background).

• Photocopy of your 2026 JAMB Result Slip.

• Photocopy of O-Level Result(s) (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB).

• FSLC (First School Leaving Certificate) and LGA Identification Letter.

Step 5: The Entrance Examination (CBT/Written)

After submission, you will be given an Examination Slip. This slip contains your exam date and venue. The exam usually covers:

• Nursing Foundation/Health Science

• English & Mathematics

• Current Affairs

Step 6: The Oral Interview

If you pass the written entrance exam, your name will be pasted on the school notice board or the Ministry’s portal for an Oral Interview. This is the final stage where your physical fitness, communication skills, and original documents are verified.

Duration of the Programme

The Basic Nursing Programme at the School of Nursing, Amachara is a three-year full-time training designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills needed to become professional nurses.

The programme is divided into three academic sessions, Year One, Year Two, and Year Three, each carefully structured to blend classroom instruction with clinical practice in accredited hospitals and health facilities.

• First Year (100 Level):
  In the first year, students are introduced to the foundations of nursing, basic human anatomy, physiology, microbiology, and general nursing principles. They also learn the fundamentals of patient care, ethics, and hospital procedures. This stage helps students build a strong theoretical background and understand the core duties of a nurse.
• Second Year (200 Level):
  During the second year, the training becomes more practical and hospital-based. Students are posted to wards and different hospital departments to gain hands-on experience under supervision. They learn about medical-surgical nursing, maternal and child health, community health nursing, and pharmacology. This year focuses on applying classroom knowledge to real-life patient care situations.
• Third Year (300 Level):
  The final year of the programme focuses on advanced nursing care, leadership, and management in nursing practice. Students are expected to demonstrate competence in patient assessment, decision-making, and emergency response. They also undergo an intensive clinical posting and revision period to prepare for the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN) qualifying examinations.

At the end of the three-year training, students who pass all required courses, clinical assessments, and the final qualifying examination are awarded the Registered Nurse (RN) certificate by the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria (NMCN).

This certification qualifies graduates to work as professional nurses in hospitals, clinics, and healthcare centers across Nigeria — and even abroad after license verification.

Conclusion

The School of Nursing, Amachara, remains one of the reputable nursing institutions in Nigeria, committed to training skilled and compassionate nurses who can meet today’s healthcare demands. With a clear understanding of the cut-off mark, admission requirements, and programme structure, aspiring students can adequately prepare for admission into the school.

If you have a passion for caring for others and dream of building a successful career in nursing, the Basic Nursing Programme at the School of Nursing, Amachara, is a great place to begin your journey into the medical profession.