Approved JAMB Cut-Off Mark For All Schools 2026/2027

JAMB Cut-Off Mark For All Schools 2026/2027: 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 2026/2027

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 2026/2027?

The JAMB Cut-off Mark for the 2026/2027 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.

Year	Tertiary Institution Type	Cut-off Mark
2023/2024	Federal Universities	141
2023/2024	State Universities	140
2023/2024	Private Universities	140
2023/2024	Polytechnics	100
2023/2024	College Of Education	100

University Cut-Off Mark 2026/2027

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 2026/2027

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 2026/2027

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 2026/2027

S/N	State University	Cut-Off Mark
1	Abia State University, Uturu	140
2	Adamawa State University, Mubi	140
3	Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba	140
4	Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden	140
5	Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma	140
6	Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli	140
7	Bauchi State University, Gadau	140
8	Benue State University, Makurdi	140
9	Yobe State University, Damaturu	140
10	Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar	140
11	Delta State University, Abraka	140
12	Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki	140
13	Ekiti State University	140
14	Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu	140
15	Gombe State University, Gombe	140
16	Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai	140
17	Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni	140
18	Imo State University, Owerri	140
19	Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa	140
20	Kaduna State University, Kaduna	140
21	Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil	140
22	Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero	140
23	Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba	140
24	Kwara State University, Ilorin	140
25	Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso	140
26	Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa	140
27	Rivers State University	140
28	Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye	140
29	Lagos State University, Ojo	140
30	Niger Delta University, Yenagoa	140
31	Nasarawa State University, Keffi	140
32	Plateau State University, Bokkos	140
33	Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode	140
34	Umar Musa Yar’Adua University, Katsina	140
35	Osun State University, Osogbo	140
36	Taraba State University, Jalingo	140
37	Sokoto State University	140
38	Yusuf Maitama Sule University, Kano	140
39	Oyo State Technical University, Ibadan	140
40	Ondo State University of Medical Sciences	140
41	Edo State University, Uzairue	140
42	Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo State	140
43	University of Africa, Toru Orua, Bayelsa State	140
44	Bornu State University, Maiduguri	140
45	Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta	140
46	Gombe State University of Science and Technology	140
47	Zamfara State University	140
48	Bayelsa Medical University	140
49	University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State	140
50	Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi	140
51	University of Delta, Agbor	140
52	Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro	140
53	Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba	140
54	Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State	140
55	King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State	140
56	Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin	140
57	Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu	140

Private University Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/N	Private University	Cut-Off Mark
1	Achievers University, Owo	140
2	Adeleke University, Ede	140
3	Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti–Ekiti State	140
4	African University of Science & Technology, Abuja	140
5	Ajayi Crowther University, Ibadan	140
6	Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin	140
7	Al-Qalam University, Katsina	140
8	American University of Nigeria, Yola	140
9	Augustine University	140
10	Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo	140
11	Baze University	140
12	Bells University of Technology, Otta	140
13	Benson Idahosa University, Benin City	140
14	Bingham University, New Karu	140
15	Bowen University, Iwo	140
16	Caleb University, Lagos	140
17	Caritas University, Enugu	140
18	Chrisland University	140
19	Covenant University, Ota	140
20	Crawford University, Igbesa	140
21	Crescent University	140
22	Edwin Clark University, Kaigbodo	140
23	Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin	140
24	Evangel University, Akaeze	140
25	Fountain University, Oshogbo	140
26	Godfrey Okoye University, Ugwuomu-Nike–Enugu State	140
27	Gregory University, Uturu	140
28	Hallmark University, Ijebi Itele, Ogun	140
29	Hezekiah University, Umudi	140
30	Igbinedion University, Okada	140
31	Joseph Ayo Babalola University, Ikeji-Arakeji	140
32	Kings University, Ode Omu	140
33	Kwararafa University, Wukari	140
34	Landmark University, Omu-Aran	140
35	Lead City University, Ibadan	140
36	Madonna University, Okija	140
37	Mcpherson University, Seriki Sotayo, Ajebo	140
38	Micheal & Cecilia Ibru University	140
39	Mountain Top University	140
40	Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja	140
41	Novena University, Ogume	140
42	Obong University, Obong Ntak	140
43	Oduduwa University, Ipetumodu–Osun State	140
44	Pan-Atlantic University, Lagos	140
45	Paul University, Awka–Anambra State	140
46	Redeemer’s University, Ede	140
47	Renaissance University, Enugu	140
48	Rhema University, Obeama-Asa, Rivers State	140
49	Ritman University, Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom	140
50	Salem University, Lokoja	140
51	Samuel Adegboyega University, Ogwa	140
52	Southwestern University, Oku Owa	140
53	Summit University	140
54	Tansian University, Umunya	140
55	University of Mkar, Mkar	140
56	Veritas University, Abuja	140
57	Wellspring University, Evbuobanosa, Edo State	140
58	Wesley University, Ondo	140
59	Western Delta University, Oghara Delta State	140
60	Christopher University, Mowe	140
61	Kola Daisi University, Ibadan, Oyo State	140
62	Anchor University, Ayobo Lagos State	140
63	Dominican University, Ibadan Oyo State	140
64	Legacy University, Okija Anambra State	140
65	Arthur Javis University, Akpoyubo Cross River State	140
66	CrownHill University, Eiyenkorin, Kwara State	140
67	Coal City University, Enugu State	140
68	Clifford University, Owerrinta Abia State	140
69	Admiralty University, Ibusa Delta State	140
70	Spiritan University, Nneochi Abia State	140
71	Precious Cornerstone University, Oyo	140
72	PAMO University of Medical Sciences, Portharcourt	140
73	Atiba University, Oyo	140
74	Eko University of Medical and Health Sciences, Ijanikin, Lagos	140
75	Skyline University, Kano	140
76	Greenfield University, Kaduna	140
77	Dominion University, Ibadan, Oyo State	140
78	Trinity University, Ogun State	140
79	Westland University, Iwo, Osun State	140
80	Topfaith University, Mkpatak, Akwa Ibom State	140
81	Thomas Adewumi University, Oko-Irese, Kwara State	140
82	Maranatha University, Mgbidi, Imo State	140
83	Ave Maria University, Piyanko, Nasarawa State	140
84	Al-Istiqama University, Sumaila, Kano State	140
85	Mudiame University, Irrua, Edo State	140
86	Havilla University, Nde-Ikom, Cross River State	140
87	Claretian University of Nigeria, Nekede, Imo State	140
88	NOK University, Kachia, Kaduna State	140
89	Karl-Kumm University, Vom, Plateau State	140
90	James Hope University, Lagos, Lagos State	140
91	Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria, Kano State	140
92	Capital City University, Kano State	140
93	Ahman Pategi University, Kwara State	140
94	University of Offa, Kwara State	140
95	Mewar International University, Masaka, Nasarawa State	140
96	Edusoko University, Bida, Niger State	140
97	Philomath University, Kuje, Abuja	140
98	Khadija University, Majia, Jigawa State	140
99	Anan University, Kwall, Plateau State	140

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/N	Federal Polytechnic	Cut-Off Mark
1	Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana	100
2	Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi	100
3	Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti	100
4	Federal Polytechnic Bali	100
5	Federal Polytechnic Bauchi	100
6	Federal Polytechnic Bida	100
7	Federal Polytechnic Damaturu	100
8	Federal Polytechnic, Daura	100
9	Federal Polytechnic Ede	100
10	Federal Polytechnic Ekowe	100
11	Federal Polytechnic Idah	100
12	Federal Polytechnic Ilaro	100
13	Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji	100
14	Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda	100
15	Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo	100
16	Federal Polytechnic Mubi	100
17	Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa	100
18	Federal Polytechnic Nekede	100
19	Federal Polytechnic Offa	100
20	Federal Polytechnic Oko	100
21	Federal Polytechnic of Oil and Gas Bonny	100
22	Federal Polytechnic Ukana	100
23	Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic	100
24	Kaduna Polytechnic	100
25	National Institute of Construction Technology, Uromi	100
26	Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic	100
27	Yaba College of Technology	100
28	Federal Polytechnic Ayede	100
29	Federal Polytechnic Munguno	100
30	Federal Polytechnic N’yak	100
31	Federal Polytechnic Ohodo	100
32	Federal Polytechnic Ugep	100
33	Federal Polytechnic Wannune	100
34	Airforce Institute of Technology (AFIT), NAF Base Kaduna	100
35	Petroleum Training Institute, Effurun	100
36	Nigerian Army Institute of Technology and Environmental Science (NAITES), Makurdi	100
37	Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT)	100

State Polytechnic Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/N	State Polytechnic	Cut-Off Mark
1	Abdu Gusau Polytechnic, Talata Mafara	100
2	Abia State Polytechnic, Aba	100
3	Abraham Adesanya Polytechnic, Ijebu-Igbo, Ogun State	100
4	Abubakar Tatari Ali Polytechnic, Bauchi	100
5	Adamawa State Polytechnic, Yola	100
6	Adeseun Ogundoyin Polytechnic, Eruwa	100
7	Akwa Ibom State College of Art & Science, Nung Ukim	100
8	Akwa Ibom State Polytechnic, Ikot Osurua	100
9	Anambra State Polytechnic, Mgbakwu	100
10	Bayelsa State Polytechnic, Aleibiri	100
11	Benue State Polytechnic, Ugbokolo	100
12	Binyaminu Usman Polytechnic, Hadejia	100
13	Cross River State Institute of Technology And Management (CRITM)	100
14	D.S. Adegbenro ICT Polytechnic, Itori-Ewekoro, Ogun State	100
15	Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku	100
16	Delta State Polytechnic, Otefe-Oghara	100
17	Delta State Polytechnic, Ozoro	100
18	Delta State School of Marine Technology, Burutu	100
19	Edo State Polytechnic, Usen	100
20	Ekiti State College of Agriculture and Technology, Isan Ekiti	100
21	Enugu State Polytechnic, Iwollo	100
22	Gateway Polytechnic, Saapade, Ogun State	100
23	Hassan Usman Katsina Polytechnic (HUK)	100
24	Imo State Polytechnic, Umuagwo, Ohaji	100
25	Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu	100
26	Isa Mustapha Agwai Polytechnic Lafia	100
27	Jigawa State Polytechnic, Dutse	100
28	Kano State Polytechnic, Kano	100
29	Ken Sarowiwa Polytechnic, Bori, Rivers State	100
30	Kogi State Polytechnic, Lokoja	100
31	Kwara State Polytechnic, Ilorin	100
32	Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu	100
33	Mai-Idris Alooma Polytechnic, Geidam	100
34	Moshood Abiola Polytechnic, Abeokuta	100
35	Nasarawa State College of Agriculture and Technology, Lafia	100
36	Niger State Polytechnic, Zungeru	100
37	Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria	100
38	Ogun State Institute of Technology, Igbesa	100
39	Ogun State Polytechnic, Ipokia	100
40	Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Shaki	100
41	Osun State College of Technology, Esa–Oke	100
42	Osun State Polytechnic, Iree	100
43	Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, Igbo Ora	100
44	Plateau State Polytechnic, Barkin-Ladi	100
45	Port-Harcourt Polytechnic	100
46	Ramat Polytechnic, Maiduguri	100
47	Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo	100
48	Taraba State Polytechnic, Suntai	100
49	The Polytechnic, Ibadan	100
50	Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto	100
51	Zamfara State College of Arts and Science	100

Private Polytechnic Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026

S/N	Private Polytechnic	Cut-Off Mark
1	Al-Hikma Polytechnic	100
2	Allover Central Polytechnic	100
3	Ajayi Polytechnic	100
4	Ashi Polytechnic	100
5	Best Solution Polytechnic	100
6	Bolmor Polytechnic	100
7	Calvary Polytechnic	100
8	Citi Polytechnic	100
9	Coastal Polytechnic	100
10	Covenant Polytechnic	100
11	Crown Polytechnic	100
12	Dorben Polytechnic	100
13	Eastern Polytechnic	100
14	Enville Institute of Management and Technology	100
15	Fidei Polytechnic	100
16	Gboko Polytechnic	100
17	Global Polytechnic	100
18	Grace Polytechnic	100
19	Graceland Polytechnic	100
20	Grundtvig Polytechnic	100
21	Harry Pass Polytechnic	100
22	Heritage Polytechnic	100
23	Ibadan City Polytechnic	100
24	I-CON Universal Polytechnic	100
25	Igbajo Polytechnic	100
26	Ihechukwu Madubuike Institute of Technology	100
27	Interlink Polytechnic	100
28	Iwo City Polytechnic	100
29	Kalac Christal Polytechnic	100
30	Kings Polytechnic	100
31	Landmark Polytechnic	100
32	Lagos City Polytechnic	100
33	Lens Polytechnic	100
34	Lighthouse Polytechnic	100
35	Marist Polytechnic	100
36	Mater Dei Polytechnic	100
37	Nacabs Polytechnic	100
38	Nogak Polytechnic	100
39	Novelty Polytechnic	100
40	Our Saviour Institute of Science, Agriculture & Technology	100
41	Prime Polytechnic	100
42	Redeemers College of Technology and Management	100
43	Ronik Polytechnic	100
44	Saf Polytechnic	100
45	Savanah Institute of Technology	100
46	Shaka Polytechnic	100
47	Speedway Polytechnic	100
48	St. Mary Polytechnic	100
49	Stars Polytechnic	100
50	Southern Atlantic Polytechnic	100
51	Sure Foundation Polytechnic	100
52	Temple Gate Polytechnic	100
53	The Polytechnic	100
54	TimeonKairos Polytechnic	100
55	Tower Polytechnic	100
56	Trinity Polytechnic	100
57	Uma Ukpai Polytechnic	100
58	Uyo City Polytechnic	100
59	Valley View Polytechnic	100
60	Villanova Polytechnic	100
61	Wolex Polytechnic	100
62	Bellarks Polytechnic	100

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