JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Medicine and Surgery 2025/2026

As a competitive discipline in all Nigerian universities, only a few gets to be admitted into Medicine and Surgery. If you are also seeking admission into the same discipline following the forthcoming academic session, now is the best time to know about the JAMB cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery 2026/2027, and proceed with a plan of scoring higher in UTME.

What is the JAMB Benchmark for Medicine and Surgery 2025?

JAMB has set the general cut-off mark for admission into universities at 140. But Medicine and Surgery is not like every other course. Most top universities set their internal cut-off marks for Medicine between 280 and 320 due to high demand and limited space.

Taking a look at some schools like UNILAG, UI, ABU, OAU, UNIZIK, and other top federal universities, you will need to score +300 to be considered suitably fit for admission.

Scoring high improves your chances, but other admission requirements also matter.

General Requirements for Admission

To gain admission into Medicine and Surgery, meeting the cut-off mark is just one part. Here are other key requirements:

1. At least five credits in O’Level (WAEC/NECO) including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology.
2. Correct JAMB subject combination:
   • Use of English
   • Biology
   • Chemistry
   • Physics
3. High JAMB score, preferably 280 and above.
4. A good post-UTME score for schools that conduct one.
5. Most universities prefer one sitting for O’Level results.
6. Good performance in both JAMB and post-UTME increases your admission chances.

Nigerian Universities to Study Medicine and Surgery

Here are some top universities in Nigeria where you can study Medicine and Surgery:

1. University of Ibadan (UI)
2. University of Lagos (UNILAG)
3. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
4. Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
5. University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
6. Lagos State University (LASU)
7. University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
8. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
9. University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT)
10. Delta State University (DELSU)
11. Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK)
12. Bayero University Kano (BUK)
13. University of Calabar (UNICAL)
14. Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)

These universities have accredited medical programs and are recognized by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).

Polytechnic Offering Medicine and Surgery (or Related Program)

No polytechnic in Nigeria offers Medicine and Surgery. This course is only available in universities due to its structure and clinical training.

However, polytechnics offer related programs in the health sciences such as:

• Science Laboratory Technology
• Environmental Health
• Dental Technology
• Nutrition and Dietetics
• Community Health

These courses can lead to careers in healthcare and sometimes act as a step towards studying Medicine later on.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

Q: What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery in UNILAG?

A: 300 and above if you are considering being on a safer side.

Q: Can I study Medicine with 270?

A: It’s possible in some state universities, but you’ll need a high post-UTME score too.

Q: Which school accepts the lowest score for Medicine?

A: State universities like Abia State University (ABSU) may accept 280 or slightly lower.

Q: Do all universities write post-UTME for Medicine?

A: Not all. Some use screening based on JAMB and O’Level results.

Q: What are the correct JAMB subjects for Medicine?

A: English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

Q: Is Mathematics needed for Medicine in JAMB?

A: No. But you must have it in your O’Level result.

Q: Can I combine two sittings for Medicine?

A: Some universities accept it, others don’t. Check the school’s policy.