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JAMB Cut-Off Marks for All Universities 2026 (Full Guide)

 

JAMB cut-off marks 2026 for Nigerian universities
JAMB cut-off marks determine your admission chances in Nigerian universities.

Introduction

If you are planning admission in 2026, the first thing you must understand is this:

JAMB cut-off mark is not the same as admission score.

Many students make this mistake and choose the wrong course or school.

This guide shows:

  • Official JAMB minimum scores
  • Real cut-off marks used by universities
  • What your score actually means

Official JAMB Cut-Off Mark for 2026

For the 2026 admission year, JAMB approved the following minimum scores:

  • Universities: 150
  • Polytechnics: 100
  • Colleges of Nursing: 150
  • Colleges of Education: 100

This means:

👉 If you score below 150, you cannot apply for university admission.

But this is only the starting point.

Important Truth Most Students Ignore

Scoring 150 does NOT mean you can study any course.

Each university sets its own cut-off mark, often higher than JAMB’s minimum.

JAMB Cut-Off Marks for Top Universities 2026

Here are real examples from the 2026 admission policy meeting:

200 and Above (Highly Competitive Schools)

  • University of Lagos (UNILAG) — 200
  • University of Ibadan (UI) — 200
  • University of Nigeria (UNN) — 200
  • Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) — 200
  • Covenant University — 200 

180 – 195 Range (Mid-High Competition)

  • Lagos State University (LASU) — 195
  • University of Ilorin — 180
  • Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) — 180
  • University of Abuja — 180 

170 Range (Less Competitive Universities)

  • University of Jos — 170
  • Nasarawa State University — 170
  • LAUTECH — 170 

Highest Minimum in 2026

  • Pan-Atlantic University — 220

General Cut-Off by School Type

This gives you a clearer picture:

  • Federal Universities → 150+
  • State Universities → 140–150
  • Private Universities → 120–160

Departmental Cut-Off Marks

This is what truly determines admission.

Examples of competitive courses:

  • Medicine → 280+
  • Law → 250+
  • Pharmacy → 250+
  • Nursing → 240+
  • Engineering → 220+

So even if a school says 200, your course may require much higher.

What Your JAMB Score Means (Practical Guide)

150 – 169

  • Limited options
  • Mostly:
    • State universities
    • Private universities
  • Better chances in less competitive courses

170 – 199

  • Can apply to many universities
  • Avoid:
    • Medicine
    • Law
  • Focus on realistic courses

200 – 249

  • Good range
  • Eligible for most universities
  • Still competitive for top courses

250 and Above

  • Strong position
  • Can aim for:
    • Medicine
    • Law
    • Engineering

Common Mistakes Students Make

1. Choosing competitive courses with low scores

This leads to automatic rejection.

2. Ignoring departmental cut-off

School cut-off ≠ course cut-off.

3. Not having backup options

Always choose a second realistic course.

Final Advice

JAMB cut-off mark (150) is just eligibility

Real admission depends on:
  • your course
  • your school
  • your total score
If your score is low, adjust your plan early. If it is high, choose your options with care.


 

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