One of the most searched questions after every JAMB result release is: what is the cut-off mark for my school? This guide gives you the JAMB cut-off marks for 2026 for all categories of Nigerian universities, explains how cut-offs work, and tells you what to do based on your score.
Universities: 160 | Polytechnics: 100 | Colleges of Education: 100. Individual institutions set their own higher cut-offs per course.
| University | Minimum Cut-off | Competitive Courses |
|---|---|---|
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 200 | 280-320+ |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 200 | 280-320+ |
| OAU Ile-Ife | 200 | 270-310+ |
| UNN Nsukka | 180 | 250-290+ |
| ABU Zaria | 180 | 250-290+ |
| UNIBEN | 180 | 240-280+ |
| UNILORIN | 180 | 240-280+ |
| LASU | 180 | 230-270+ |
| Federal Universities (general) | 160-180 | 220-280+ |
| State Universities | 160 | 180-240+ |
| Private Universities | 160 | 160-200+ |
You are competitive for any university in Nigeria. Apply to your first-choice school confidently. Focus on WAEC/NECO credits and post-UTME preparation.
You qualify for most federal universities. May be borderline for the most competitive courses at UNILAG/UI. Consider your school and course combination carefully.
You qualify for most federal and state universities. Competitive courses at top schools may be difficult. Expand your school options.
You meet the federal minimum. State universities and private universities are realistic options. Use JAMB change of institution wisely.
Post-UTME matters enormously. Most universities combine JAMB and Post-UTME scores. A candidate with 220 who scores 90% in post-UTME often beats one with 260 who scores 50%.
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