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Isa Kaita College of Education, Dutsin-MaCourses, Portals & Admission Guide

Katsina State, Nigeria
IKCOEDM, IKCOED, Katsina State College of Education

NELFUND Loan

Approved

JAMB Cut-Off

100+

The official JAMB UTME cut-off mark for the 3-year Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programs is 100 points. Candidates applying for the Degree programs (in affiliation with ABU Zaria) are strictly required to score a minimum of 180 points.

Post-UTME Form

₦2,000

Est. Tuition

₦30k - ₦65k

As a state-owned tertiary institution, tuition is highly subsidized, particularly for indigenes of Katsina State. NCE students generally pay between ₦30,000 and ₦40,000 per session. Degree students (ABU Zaria affiliated) pay slightly higher tuition (₦50,000 - ₦65,000) to account for university royalties and administrative fees.

Acceptance Fee

₦10,000

2nd Choice

Not Accepted

Overview

Isa Kaita College of Education, Dutsin-Ma (IKCOEDM) is a premier state-owned teacher-training institution in Katsina State. Originally established in 1991 as the College of Education (Technical) Dutsin-Ma to address a critical shortage of science and technical teachers, the institution has since expanded into a comprehensive pedagogical hub. Today, IKCOEDM offers a vast catalog of Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programs structured across six specialized schools, alongside highly prestigious, NUC-approved Bachelor's Degrees in affiliation with Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.

Located in the serene town of Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, the college provides an academic environment highly conducive to focused study. Students benefit from comprehensive science laboratories, well-equipped technical workshops, and subsidized on-campus housing. The institution is known for its harmonious industrial relations and strong focus on student welfare.

💡 Pro Tip: Admission into IKCOEDM requires strict adherence to their guidelines. For the 3-year NCE programs, candidates must score at least 100 in JAMB. If you are targeting the prestigious ABU Zaria affiliated Degree tracks, you must score a minimum of 180 and critically, you MUST make the college your first choice in JAMB. Ensure you possess 5 O'Level credits (strictly including English and Mathematics) at a maximum of two sittings, with at least two subjects directly relevant to your chosen course.

Admission Requirements

Candidates applying for either NCE or Degree programs must possess a minimum of five (5) O'Level credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB obtained at not more than two (2) sittings. These credits must explicitly include English Language and Mathematics, and at least two of the credits must be highly relevant to the chosen course of study.

Direct Entry Rules

Direct Entry (DE) candidates seeking admission into the 200-Level of the ABU Zaria affiliated Degree programs must hold a valid NCE or recognized National Diploma (ND) with a minimum of Merit, alongside their foundational 5 O'Level credit requirements.

Post UTME Screening Format

Degree applicants MUST ensure they have selected Isa Kaita College of Education (in affiliation with ABU Zaria) as their absolute first choice in JAMB. The application is processed digitally via the college portal where candidates generate an invoice, pay the required screening fee, and print an acknowledgment slip for physical verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Isa Kaita College of Education a degree-awarding institution?
Yes. IKCOEDM offers 8 full-time Bachelor's degree programs (including Computer Science, Biology, and Islamic Studies) in affiliation with Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Isa Kaita College of Education?
The JAMB cut-off mark is strictly 100 for NCE programs and 180 for the ABU-affiliated Degree programs.
Do I have to choose IKCOEDM as my first choice?
Yes. Specifically, if you are applying for the Degree programs, you must select Isa Kaita College of Education (in affiliation with ABU Zaria) as your absolute first choice in JAMB.
Does IKCOEDM offer Special Education?
Yes. The college operates a dedicated School of Adult and Non-Formal Education, which explicitly offers Special Needs Education.

Campuses

Main Campus

Dutsin-Ma, Dutsin-Ma

Academic Faculties

Undergraduate Degree Programmes (ABU Zaria Affiliated)
  • •B.A. (Ed) Hausa
  • •B.A. (Ed) Islamic Studies
  • •B.Sc. (Ed) Agricultural Science
  • •B.Sc. (Ed) Biology
  • •B.Sc. (Ed) Chemistry
  • •B.Sc. (Ed) Computer Science
  • •B.Sc. (Ed) Integrated Science
  • •B.Sc. (Ed) Physical and Health Education
School of Secondary Education (Sciences)
  • •Biology
  • •Chemistry
  • •Computer Science
  • •Integrated Science
  • •Mathematics
  • •Physical Education
  • •Physics
School of Secondary Education (Arts and Social Sciences)
  • •Economics
  • •Geography
  • •History
  • •Islamic Studies
  • •Social Studies
School of Secondary Education (Languages)
  • •Arabic
  • •English
  • •Hausa
School of Vocational and Technical Education
  • •Agricultural Education
  • •Home Economics
  • •Technical Education
School of Early Child Care and Primary Education
  • •Early Child Care Education
  • •Primary Education Studies
School of Adult and Non-Formal Education
  • •Adult and Non-Formal Education
  • •Special Needs Education

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