JAMB Cut-Off Marks 2026/2027 for Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the minimum cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session. These benchmarks determine candidates’ eligibility for admission into various tertiary institutions across Nigeria.

General JAMB Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027

Institution Type	Minimum Cut-Off Mark
Federal Universities	140
State Universities	140
Private Universities	140
Polytechnics	100
Colleges of Education	100

Note: While these are the minimum benchmarks set by JAMB, individual institutions may set higher cut-off marks for specific courses, especially competitive ones like Medicine, Law, and Engineering.

Federal Universities and Their Cut-Off Marks

University Name	Cut-Off Mark
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi	140
Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria	140
Bayero University, Kano	140
Federal University of Technology, Akure	140
Federal University of Technology, Minna	140
Federal University, Oye-Ekiti	140
Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka	140
Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife	140
University of Abuja	140
University of Benin	140
University of Calabar	140
University of Ibadan	140
University of Ilorin	140
University of Jos	140
University of Lagos	140
University of Maiduguri	140
University of Nigeria, Nsukka	140
University of Port Harcourt	140
University of Uyo	140

State Universities and Their Cut-Off Marks

University Name	Cut-Off Mark
Abia State University, Uturu	140
Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba	140
Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden	140
Benue State University, Makurdi	140
Delta State University, Abraka	140
Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti	140
Enugu State University of Science & Tech.	140
Imo State University, Owerri	140
Kaduna State University, Kaduna	140
Kano University of Science & Technology	140
Kebbi State University of Science & Tech.	140
Kogi State University, Anyigba	140
Ladoke Akintola University of Technology	140
Lagos State University, Ojo	140
Nasarawa State University, Keffi	140
Niger Delta University, Wilberforce Island	140
Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye	140
Osun State University, Osogbo	140
Plateau State University, Bokkos	140
Rivers State University, Port Harcourt	140
Sokoto State University, Sokoto	140
Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu-Ode	140
Taraba State University, Jalingo	140
Umaru Musa Yar’adua University, Katsina	140
Yobe State University, Damaturu	140

Private Universities and Their Cut-Off Marks

University Name	Cut-Off Mark
Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti	140
Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo	140
Benson Idahosa University, Benin City	140
Bowen University, Iwo	140
Covenant University, Ota	140
Igbinedion University, Okada	140
Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji	140
Madonna University, Okija	140
Redeemer’s University, Ede	140
Renaissance University, Enugu	140

Polytechnics and Their Cut-Off Marks

Polytechnic Name	Cut-Off Mark
Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti	100
Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi	100
Federal Polytechnic, Bida	100
Federal Polytechnic, Ede	100
Federal Polytechnic, Idah	100
Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro	100
Federal Polytechnic, Mubi	100
Federal Polytechnic, Nekede	100
Federal Polytechnic, Offa	100
Federal Polytechnic, Oko	100
Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna	100
Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu	100
Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta	100
Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria	100
Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo	100
Yaba College of Technology, Lagos	100

Colleges of Education and Their Cut-Off Marks

College Name	Cut-Off Mark
Adeyemi College of Education, Ondo	100
Alvan Ikoku Federal College of Education, Owerri	100
Federal College of Education (Technical), Akoka	100
Federal College of Education, Abeokuta	100
Federal College of Education, Kano	100
Federal College of Education, Katsina	100
Federal College of Education, Okene	100
Federal College of Education, Pankshin	100
Federal College of Education, Zaria	100
Kaduna State College of Education, Gidan Waya	100
Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin	100
Osun State College of Education, Ilesa	100
Tai Solarin College of Education, Omu-Ijebu	100

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: Can I gain admission if I score exactly the cut-off mark?

Meeting the minimum cut-off mark makes you eligible to apply for admission, but it does not guarantee admission as factors like the number of applicants, available slots, and performance in post-UTME or other screening processes.

Q: Do all courses have the same cut-off mark in a university?

A: No. While the institution may set a general cut-off mark, individual courses, especially competitive ones like Medicine, Law, and Engineering, often have higher cut-off marks.

Q: Can I change my institution or course after seeing the cut-off marks?

Yes. JAMB provides a window for candidates to change their choice of institution or course. It’s advisable to do this promptly and ensure you meet the new institution’s requirements.

Q: Are there different cut-off marks for Direct Entry (DE) candidates?

A: DE candidates are typically assessed based on their qualifications (e.g., A-levels, ND, NCE) rather than UTME scores. However, institutions may set specific requirements for DE admissions.

Q: How can I calculate my aggregate score?

A: Aggregate scores are calculated differently by institutions. A common method is: Aggregate Score = (UTME Score / 8) + (Post-UTME Score / 2)
It’s essential to check the specific calculation method used by your chosen institution.