Approved JAMB Cut-Off Mark For All Schools 2025/2026

JAMB Cut-Off Mark For All Schools 2025/2026: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is a Nigerian organization responsible for managing the process of admission into tertiary institutions. Established in 1978, JAMB oversees entrance examinations for universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and other higher institutions in Nigeria. Yearly Hundreds of millions of student apply for the JAMB UTME Examination in order to gain admission to study their choice of courses in Higher Institution, However these courses and institution are highly competitive, so the jamb as a body helps organizes this standardized test for students seeking admission into tertiary institutions and ensures a fair and uniform process by setting admission guidelines and cut-off marks in collaboration with institutions.

JAMB Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

The JAMB cut-off mark plays a crucial role in the admission process for tertiary institutions in Nigeria because it shows the minimum score that candidate who wants to be admitted in higher institutions (University, Polytechnics, College of Education etc). The JAMB Cut-off Mark is not something that is constant for all schools it varies from one institution to the other.

So, in this blog we are going to provide you everything you will need to know about JAMB Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026 more also answers to the the most frequently asked questions on google.

What is JAMB Cut-off Mark For All Schools 2025/2026?

The JAMB Cut-off Mark for the 2025/2026 was recently announced by the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) during their Policy meeting and it has been published on their official website. The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board has pegged 140 as the minimum cut off mark for universities and 100 for polytechnics.

The JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, disclosed this at the meeting and tasked all institutions in the country to obey the rule, warning that they must not go below the approved cut-off mark. He also added that every tertiary institution must ensure its own minimum standard, especially regarding institutional screening and grading in the Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE), which must not be lower than 50 marks.

However, scoring 140 or 100 does not guarantee admission into any institution or course. Other factors are considered during the admission process, such as the Post-UTME score, O’level results, catchment area, and other institutional requirements.

Some institutions may set higher cut-off marks above 140 or 100 for specific courses or faculties. These courses are often more competitive and maintain higher academic standards. Additionally, certain courses are in high demand but have limited admission spaces, making them more selective in their cut-off requirements.

For Example, Bayero University Kano has pegged 220 as their cut off mark  for courses like Medicine and Surgery, Dentistry, Nursing, MLS etc because this ourses are highly competitive and and requires higher academic standards.

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YearTertiary Institution TypeCut-off Mark
2023/2024Federal Universities141
2023/2024State Universities140
2023/2024Private Universities140
2023/2024Polytechnics100
2023/2024College Of Education100

University Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

Do you wish to attend the University to further your education? If yes then you need to know the cut off marks for various universities in Nigeria. University Cut off mark is the minimum score that a candidate who wants to gain admission must meet. The JAMB Board have pegged 140 as the cut off mark for all universities in Nigeria. However some universities decide to set their cut off mark higher because the the institution is highly competitive.

What is the Cut-Off Mark for Universities 2025/2026

There are about 62 Federal University and 63 state university in Nigeria, their cut off mark varies depending on how competitive the university is and below is the lists of Federal Universities and their cut-off mark

Federal University Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/N Federal University Cut-Off Mark
1 Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi 140
2 Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 140
3 Bayero University, Kano 140
4 Federal University Gashua, Yobe 140
5 Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun 140
6 Federal University of Technology, Akure 140
7 Federal University of Technology, Minna 140
8 Federal University of Technology, Owerri 140
9 Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State 140
10 Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina 140
11 Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State 140
12 Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State 140
13 Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State 140
14 Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State 140
15 Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa 140
16 Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State 140
17 Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State 140
18 Federal University, Birnin Kebbi 140
19 Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara 140
20 Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike 140
21 Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola 140
22 National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos 140
23 Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil 140
24 Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna 140
25 Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka 140
26 Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife 140
27 University of Abuja, Gwagwalada 140
28 Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta 140
29 University of Agriculture, Makurdi 140
30 University of Benin 140
31 University of Calabar 140
32 University of Ibadan 140
33 University of Ilorin 140
34 University of Jos 140
35 University of Lagos 140
36 University of Maiduguri 140
37 University of Nigeria, Nsukka 140
38 University of Port-Harcourt 140
39 University of Uyo 140
40 Usumanu Danfodiyo University 140
41 Nigerian Maritime University, Okerenkoko, Delta State 140
42 Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna 140
43 Nigerian Army University, Biu 140
44 Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo, Benue State 140
45 Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State 140
46 Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State 140
47 Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State 140
48 Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State 140
49 Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State 140

State University Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/NState UniversityCut-Off Mark
1Abia State University, Uturu140
2Adamawa State University, Mubi140
3Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba140
4Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden140
5Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma140
6Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli140
7Bauchi State University, Gadau140
8Benue State University, Makurdi140
9Yobe State University, Damaturu140
10Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar140
11Delta State University, Abraka140
12Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki140
13Ekiti State University140
14Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu140
15Gombe State University, Gombe140
16Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai140
17Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni140
18Imo State University, Owerri140
19Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa140
20Kaduna State University, Kaduna140
21Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil140
22Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero140
23Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba140
24Kwara State University, Ilorin140
25Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso140
26Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa140
27Rivers State University140
28Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye140
29Lagos State University, Ojo140
30Niger Delta University, Yenagoa140
31Nasarawa State University, Keffi140
32Plateau State University, Bokkos140
33Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode140
34Umar Musa Yar’Adua University, Katsina140
35Osun State University, Osogbo140
36Taraba State University, Jalingo140
37Sokoto State University140
38Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano140
39Oyo State Technical University, Ibadan140
40Ondo State University of Medical Sciences140
41Edo State University, Uzairue140
42Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo State140
43University of Africa, Toru Orua, Bayelsa State140
44Bornu State University, Maiduguri140
45Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta140
46Gombe State University of Science and Technology140
47Zamfara State University140
48Bayelsa Medical University140
49University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State140
50Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi140
51University of Delta, Agbor140
52Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro140
53Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba140
54Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State140
55King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State140
56Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin140
57Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu140

Private University Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/NPrivate UniversityCut-Off Mark
1Achievers University, Owo140
2Adeleke University, Ede140
3Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti–Ekiti State140
4African University of Science & Technology, Abuja140
5Ajayi Crowther University, Ibadan140
6Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin140
7Al-Qalam University, Katsina140
8American University of Nigeria, Yola140
9Augustine University140
10Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo140
11Baze University140
12Bells University of Technology, Otta140
13Benson Idahosa University, Benin City140
14Bingham University, New Karu140
15Bowen University, Iwo140
16Caleb University, Lagos140
17Caritas University, Enugu140
18Chrisland University140
19Covenant University, Ota140
20Crawford University, Igbesa140
21Crescent University140
22Edwin Clark University, Kaigbodo140
23Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin140
24Evangel University, Akaeze140
25Fountain University, Oshogbo140
26Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike–Enugu State140
27Gregory University, Uturu140
28Hallmark University, Ijebi Itele, Ogun140
29Hezekiah University, Umudi140
30Igbinedion University, Okada140
31Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji140
32Kings University, Ode Omu140
33Kwararafa University, Wukari140
34Landmark University, Omu-Aran140
35Lead City University, Ibadan140
36Madonna University, Okija140
37Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ajebo140
38Micheal & Cecilia Ibru University140
39Mountain Top University140
40Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja140
41Novena University, Ogume140
42Obong University, Obong Ntak140
43Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu–Osun State140
44Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos140
45Paul University, Awka–Anambra State140
46Redeemer’s University, Ede140
47Renaissance University, Enugu140
48Rhema University, Obeama-Asa, Rivers State140
49Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom140
50Salem University, Lokoja140
51Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa140
52Southwestern University, Oku Owa140
53Summit University140
54Tansian University, Umunya140
55University of Mkar, Mkar140
56Veritas University, Abuja140
57Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa, Edo State140
58Wesley University, Ondo140
59Western Delta University, Oghara Delta State140
60Christopher University, Mowe140
61Kola Daisi University, Ibadan, Oyo State140
62Anchor University, Ayobo Lagos State140
63Dominican University, Ibadan Oyo State140
64Legacy University, Okija Anambra State140
65Arthur Javis University, Akpoyubo Cross River State140
66CrownHill University, Eiyenkorin, Kwara State140
67Coal City University, Enugu State140
68Clifford University, Owerrinta Abia State140
69Admiralty University, Ibusa Delta State140
70Spiritan University, Nneochi Abia State140
71Precious Cornerstone University, Oyo140
72PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Portharcourt140
73Atiba University, Oyo140
74Eko University of Medical and Health Sciences, Ijanikin, Lagos140
75Skyline University, Kano140
76Greenfield University, Kaduna140
77Dominion University, Ibadan, Oyo State140
78Trinity University, Ogun State140
79Westland University, Iwo, Osun State140
80Topfaith University, Mkpatak, Akwa Ibom State140
81Thomas Adewumi University, Oko-Irese, Kwara State140
82Maranatha University, Mgbidi, Imo State140
83Ave Maria University, Piyanko, Nasarawa State140
84Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, Kano State140
85Mudiame University, Irrua, Edo State140
86Havilla University, Nde-Ikom, Cross River State140
87Claretian University of Nigeria, Nekede, Imo State140
88NOK University, Kachia, Kaduna State140
89Karl-Kumm University, Vom, Plateau State140
90James Hope University, Lagos, Lagos State140
91Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano State140
92Capital City University, Kano State140
93Ahman Pategi University, Kwara State140
94University of Offa, Kwara State140
95Mewar International University, Masaka, Nasarawa State140
96Edusoko University, Bida, Niger State140
97Philomath University, Kuje, Abuja140
98Khadija University, Majia, Jigawa State140
99Anan University, Kwall, Plateau State140

What Is the Cut-Off Mark For Polytechnics 2025/2026

the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board Has pegged 100 as the cut off mark for All the polytechnics in Nigeria (Federal & State) Polytechnics; Below are the list of polytechnics and their cut off mark for the 2025/2026 Academic session.

Federal Polytechnic Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/NFederal PolytechnicCut-Off Mark
1Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana100
2Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi100
3Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti100
4Federal Polytechnic Bali100
5Federal Polytechnic Bauchi100
6Federal Polytechnic Bida100
7Federal Polytechnic Damaturu100
8Federal Polytechnic, Daura100
9Federal Polytechnic Ede100
10Federal Polytechnic Ekowe100
11Federal Polytechnic Idah100
12Federal Polytechnic Ilaro100
13Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji100
14Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda100
15Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo100
16Federal Polytechnic Mubi100
17Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa100
18Federal Polytechnic Nekede100
19Federal Polytechnic Offa100
20Federal Polytechnic Oko100
21Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas Bonny100
22Federal Polytechnic Ukana100
23Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic100
24Kaduna Polytechnic100
25National Institute of Construction Technology, Uromi100
26Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic100
27Yaba College of Technology100
28Federal Polytechnic Ayede100
29Federal Polytechnic Munguno100
30Federal Polytechnic N’yak100
31Federal Polytechnic Ohodo100
32Federal Polytechnic Ugep100
33Federal Polytechnic Wannune100
34Airforce Institute of Technology (AFIT), NAF Base Kaduna100
35Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun100
36Nigerian Army Institute of Technology and Environmental Science (NAITES), Makurdi100
37Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT)100

State Polytechnic Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/NState PolytechnicCut-Off Mark
1Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara100
2Abia State Polytechnic, Aba100
3Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State100
4Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi100
5Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola100
6Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa100
7Akwa Ibom State College of Art & Science, Nung Ukim100
8Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua100
9Anambra State Polytechnic, Mgbakwu100
10Bayelsa State Polytechnic, Aleibiri100
11Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo100
12Binyaminu Usman Polytechnic, Hadejia100
13Cross River State Institute of Technology And Management (CRITM)100
14D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Itori-Ewekoro, Ogun State100
15Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku100
16Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara100
17Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro100
18Delta State School of Marine Technology, Burutu100
19Edo State Polytechnic, Usen100
20Ekiti State College of Agriculture and Technology, Isan Ekiti100
21Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo100
22Gateway Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State100
23Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic (HUK)100
24Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo, Ohaji100
25Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu100
26Isa Mustapha Agwai Polytechnic Lafia100
27Jigawa State Polytechnic, Dutse100
28Kano State Polytechnic, Kano100
29Ken Sarowiwa Polytechnic, Bori, Rivers State100
30Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja100
31Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin100
32Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu100
33Mai-Idris Alooma Polytechnic, Geidam100
34Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta100
35Nasarawa State College of Agriculture and Technology, Lafia100
36Niger State Polytechnic, Zungeru100
37Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria100
38Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa100
39Ogun State Polytechnic, Ipokia100
40Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Shaki100
41Osun State College of Technology, Esa–Oke100
42Osun State Polytechnic, Iree100
43Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, Igbo Ora100
44Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin-Ladi100
45Port-Harcourt Polytechnic100
46Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri100
47Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo100
48Taraba State Polytechnic, Suntai100
49The Polytechnic, Ibadan100
50Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto100
51Zamfara State College of Arts and Science100

Private Polytechnic Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/NPrivate PolytechnicCut-Off Mark
1Al-Hikma Polytechnic100
2Allover Central Polytechnic100
3Ajayi Polytechnic100
4Ashi Polytechnic100
5Best Solution Polytechnic100
6Bolmor Polytechnic100
7Calvary Polytechnic100
8Citi Polytechnic100
9Coastal Polytechnic100
10Covenant Polytechnic100
11Crown Polytechnic100
12Dorben Polytechnic100
13Eastern Polytechnic100
14Enville Institute of Management and Technology100
15Fidei Polytechnic100
16Gboko Polytechnic100
17Global Polytechnic100
18Grace Polytechnic100
19Graceland Polytechnic100
20Grundtvig Polytechnic100
21Harry Pass Polytechnic100
22Heritage Polytechnic100
23Ibadan City Polytechnic100
24I-CON Universal Polytechnic100
25Igbajo Polytechnic100
26Ihechukwu Madubuike Institute of Technology100
27Interlink Polytechnic100
28Iwo City Polytechnic100
29Kalac Christal Polytechnic100
30Kings Polytechnic100
31Landmark Polytechnic100
32Lagos City Polytechnic100
33Lens Polytechnic100
34Lighthouse Polytechnic100
35Marist Polytechnic100
36Mater Dei Polytechnic100
37Nacabs Polytechnic100
38Nogak Polytechnic100
39Novelty Polytechnic100
40Our Saviour Institute of Science, Agriculture & Technology100
41Prime Polytechnic100
42Redeemers College of Technology and Management100
43Ronik Polytechnic100
44Saf Polytechnic100
45Savanah Institute of Technology100
46Shaka Polytechnic100
47Speedway Polytechnic100
48St. Mary Polytechnic100
49Stars Polytechnic100
50Southern Atlantic Polytechnic100
51Sure Foundation Polytechnic100
52Temple Gate Polytechnic100
53The Polytechnic100
54TimeonKairos Polytechnic100
55Tower Polytechnic100
56Trinity Polytechnic100
57Uma Ukpai Polytechnic100
58Uyo City Polytechnic100
59Valley View Polytechnic100
60Villanova Polytechnic100
61Wolex Polytechnic100
62Bellarks Polytechnic100

Conclusion

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) cut-off marks for schools are an important guideline for students aiming to gain admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria. These marks determine the minimum score required for eligibility into various programs at federal, state, and private colleges of education. Understanding these cut-off mark is crucial for prospective students as it helps them prepare adequately and align their goals with the admission requirements of their desired institutions. For more detailed information, students should refer to the official JAMB website and institutional admission guidelines.

FAQs

What is the cut-off mark for all schools and courses in JAMB?

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has pegged 140 as the minimum cut off mark for universities and 100 for polytechnics. Candidates who want gain admission to any of their choice of institution must meet the required cut off mark.
 

Which university accepts 160?

The cut off mark for all Nigeria Universities is 140 and above, However some universities set their cut off mark higher than the JAMB Cut off mark,
Abia State University
Achievers University
Akwa Ibom State University
Al-Qalam University
American University of Nigeria
Augustine University
Babcock University
Bowen University
Covenant University
Edo University
Igbinedion University
Joseph Ayo Babalola University
Madonna University
Nile University of Nigeria
Oduduwa University
Pan-Atlantic University
Paul University
Redeemer’s University
Renaissance University
Rhema University
Samuel Adegboyega University
Skyline University Nigeria
Summit University
Tansian University
University of Mkar
Veritas University
Wellspring University

Which university accepts 150 in JAMB?

Below are the lists of Universities that Accept 150 jamb score.
Adamawa State University
Ajayi Crowther University
Al-Hikmah University
Benson Idahosa University
Bingham University
Caritas University
Chrisland University
Crawford University
Hallmark University
Mountain Top University
Novena University
Nigerian Turkish Nile University
Precious Cornerstone University
Renaissance University
Rhema University
Salem University
Southwestern University
Tansian University
University of Mkar
Veritas University
Wellspring University

Can a 15 year old sit for JAMB?

Yes! 15 years old Can sit for JAMB, But the Official age is 16years.

Which course can I study with 170 in JAMB?

Below are the list of courses you can study with 170 jamb score 2025;
Home Economics
Education and Religious Studies
Education and Mathematics
Education and Geography
Music
Education and Social Studies
Elementary Education
Environmental Education
Fisheries
Education and History
Education and Physics
Special education
Human Kinetics and Health Edu.
Education and French
Religious Studies
Agricultural Economics and Extension
Applied Chemistry
Environmental Protection and R. Mgt
Educational Technology
Zoology
Peace And Conflict Studies
Agricultural Science Education
Botany
French
Philosophy
Education and Chemistry
Library and Information Science
Physics
Forestry and Wildlife Management
Soil Science
Educational Foundation
Adult Education
Physical and Health Education
Mathematics/Statistics

Can I gain admission with 160 in JAMB?

Yes you can gain admission with 160 JAMB score in Many universities, Universities like Bayero University, Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, Adeyemi University of Education, Ondo, Admiralty University Ibusa, Delta State, African Aviation and Aerospace University, Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna, Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education, Owerri, Imo State, Bayero University, Kano, Federal University Gashua, Yobe, Federal University of Agriculture, Bassam-Biri, Bayelsa, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, Federal University of Agriculture, Mubi

Can I enter LASU with 180?

YES you can gain admission to LASU with JAMB Score of 180

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