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.