Federal and State Universities and Their JAMB Cut-off Marks for the 2025/2026 Post-UTME Exercise

As JAMB has released the 2025 UTME results, thousands of candidates across Nigeria now turn toward securing admission into public universities. Therefore, reviewing the cut‑off mark for your first-choice institution becomes essential. This mark determines your eligibility for Post‑UTME screening and largely reflects your chances of gaining admission.

Each federal and state university publishes its cut‑off mark annually to set its admission standard. These marks can vary between general university thresholds and specific departmental scores. Consequently, even if your UTME score surpasses the university’s general cut‑off, you must also meet the departmental requirement for highly competitive courses like Medicine, Engineering, or Law.

If your score meets or exceeds the cut‑off, then you qualify to sit for Post‑UTME. At that point, you should begin preparing strategically. Many institutions administer competitive screening tests, so practicing with institution-specific past questions gives you a clear advantage. Furthermore, those who score below the required mark should consider alternative options. In such cases, you might change your course, choose a less competitive program, or switch institutions with lower cut‑off scores that still honor your JAMB performance.

Moreover, universities frequently disclose departmental cut‑off marks after issuing the general mark. Therefore, you should verify both. For example, a university may accept a minimum score of 180 generally, but admit Medicine undergraduates only from the 250+ band.

To prepare effectively, practice screening-style questions under timed conditions. Use official Post‑UTME question banks and sample answers to build speed and confidence. Also, remember that your O’Level credits still matter—universities often combine your WAEC or NECO results with Post‑UTME performance.

Meanwhile, avoid scams by using only verified platforms for past questions and admission advice. Genuine resources help you learn but don’t eliminate the risk of fraudulent sites. Instead, rely on trusted education blogs, official admissions portals, or reputable vendors.

In summary, quickly check whether your 2025 UTME score meets your institution’s cut‑off. If yes, prepare for Post‑UTME with focused study and practice tests. If not, act fast to adjust your course or school choices. Streamlined preparation today can position you for admission success this academic year.

List of Federal and State Universities with Their Official JAMB Cut-off Marks for 2025/2026

Below is a list of federal and state universities across Nigeria that have officially released their cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session. Candidates are advised to confirm if their scores meet the criteria listed for each institution.

Olusegun Agagu University of Science and Technology (OAUSTECH) – 150
State University of Medical and Applied Sciences, Enugu (SUMAS) – 150
University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences (UAES) – 150
Benue State University (BSU) – 160
Federal University of Kashere (FUKASHERE) – 150
Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) – 170
Lagos State University (LASU) – 195
University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) – 160
Kaduna State University (KASU) – 170 to 200, depending on the course
Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) – 150
Niger Delta University (NDU) – 150
Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) – 150
Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) – 200
Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) – 170
University of Ibadan (UI) – 200
Federal University, Otuoke (FUOTUOKE) – 150
Delta State University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUSTECH) – 150
Rivers State University (RSUST) – 190
Ebonyi State University (EBSU) – 150
Kwara State University (KWASU) – 150
Imo State University (IMSU) – 170
University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) – 150
Federal University, Lafia (FULAFIA) – 170 and above
- 200 and above for Human Anatomy and Physiology
- 210 for Nursing and Radiography
- 220 for Medical Laboratory Science (MLS)
- 230 for Medicine and Surgery (MBBS)
University of Cross River State (UNICROSS) – 150
University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) – 150
Bauchi State University (BASU) – 150
University of Calabar (UNICAL) – 150
Federal University, Ndufu-Alike (FUNAI) – 150 to 250 depending on the course
Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) – 160
Federal University, Dutsin-Ma (FUDutsinma) – 150 to 180 depending on the course
University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) – 150
Edo State University (EDSU) – 150

This list will be updated continuously as more universities announce their official cut-off marks. Candidates are advised to stay informed and revisit this page regularly. Any updates, adjustments, or new entries will be shared accordingly as we receive verified information from the respective institutions.