JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Universities 2025/2026: Full List for Federal, State and Private Institutions
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the general UTME minimum score required for admission into Nigerian universities for the 2025/2026 academic year. This crucial benchmark determines a candidate’s eligibility for admission into Nigeria’s federal, state, and private universities.
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General JAMB Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026
The national minimum JAMB cut-off mark for universities in 2025/2026 is 140. However, this is only a baseline. Institutions — especially competitive ones — are permitted to set higher minimum scores for various programs.
Why 140?
JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, explained that the 140 cut-off was agreed upon after reviewing:
• Candidates’ overall performance in the UTME
• Institutional capacity and admission quotas
• National educational policy direction
Full List: JAMB Cut-Off Marks for Nigerian Universities (2025/2026)
Federal Universities
• University of Lagos (UNILAG): 200
• University of Ibadan (UI): 200
• Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU): 200
• University of Benin (UNIBEN): 200
• Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria: 180
• University of Ilorin (UNILORIN): 180
• University of Jos (UNIJOS): 180
• Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA): 180
• Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO): 160
• Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMinna): 150
• Federal University, Dutse (FUD): 150
• Federal University, Dutsin-Ma: 140
• Federal University, Kashere: 150
• Federal University, Lokoja: 140
• University of Calabar (UNICAL): 140
• University of Uyo (UNIUYO): 140
• Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike: 140
• Federal University, Otuoke: 140
• Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE): 150
• Federal University, Lafia: 170
• University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT): 150
• University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN): 160
• Usumanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto: 160
• University of Abuja (UNIABUJA): 180
• Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK): 160–200 (varies by faculty)
• Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA): 180
• National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN): 180
• Police Academy, Wudil: 180
• Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB): 160
• Federal University of Agriculture, Makurdi: 150–210 (by course)
• Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH): 160
State Universities
• Lagos State University (LASU): 195
• Ekiti State University (EKSU): 180
• Delta State University (DELSU): 150
• Rivers State University (RSUST): 180
• Benue State University (BSUM): 180
• Abia State University (ABSU): 180
• Ambrose Alli University (AAU): 140
• Ebonyi State University (EBSU): 140
• Enugu State University of Science & Technology (ESUT): 160
• Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU): 180
• Plateau State University (PLASU): 180
• Anambra State University: 180
• Kwara State University (KWASU): 180
• Kogi State University (KSU): 180
• Kaduna State University (KASU): 180
• Nasarawa State University (NSUK): 180
• Imo State University (IMSU): 180
• Gombe State University (GSU): 180
• Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED): 180
• Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH): 180
• Technical University, Ibadan: 180
• Others (most): 180
Private Universities
All listed private universities accept a JAMB cut-off mark of 140:
• Covenant University, Ota
• Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo
• Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti
• Nile University, Abuja
• Bowen University, Iwo
• Lead City University, Ibadan
• Veritas University, Abuja
• Madonna University, Okija
• Landmark University, Omu-Aran
• Redeemer’s University, Ede
• Bells University of Technology, Otta
• Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin
• Igbinedion University, Okada
• Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji
• American University of Nigeria, Yola
• Christopher University, Mowe
• Novena University, Ogume
• McPherson University, Ajebo
• Fountain University, Oshogbo
• Greenfield University, Kaduna
• Skyline University, Kano
• All other NUC-approved private universities in Nigeria
How to Check Your JAMB Cut-Off Mark and Eligibility
To confirm your admission eligibility:
1. Visit the JAMB portal
2. Search for your institution’s latest admission brochure.
3. Visit your school’s website or follow its official social handles.
4. Join verified forums for admission updates.
Boosting Your Admission Chances
• Score higher than your school’s benchmark.
• Prepare diligently for the Post-UTME.
• Choose less competitive courses if your score is marginal.
• Apply for supplementary or change of course options if needed.
• Double-check your O'level result combinations.
The JAMB cut-off mark is your first checkpoint toward gaining admission. Scoring 140 or above gives you access to many universities, especially private ones. But remember: for competitive public institutions, you’ll likely need much more.
Stay updated, stay strategic, and most importantly—prepare thoroughly for every next step.
