University of Ibadan Announces JAMB Cut-Off Marks for 2025/2026 Admission Cycle
The University of Ibadan has officially released its approved departmental JAMB cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session, providing crucial guidance for prospective students seeking admission into Nigeria's premier institution. This announcement clarifies the competitive landscape for various programmes, with a general JAMB cut-off mark set at 200, as confirmed on the university's official website.
Detailed Cut-Off Marks for Competitive and Standard Courses
According to the data released by the university, highly sought-after courses command significantly higher JAMB cut-off marks due to intense competition and limited slots. For instance, Medicine and Surgery requires scores around 290 and above, while Nursing Science demands approximately 280 and above. Law programmes have a cut-off around 270 and above, and Pharmacy sets its threshold at about 260 and above. Engineering courses typically range between 240 and 260, reflecting their popularity among applicants.
In contrast, other disciplines such as Education, Agriculture, and certain Arts programmes feature lower cut-off marks, generally falling between 210 and 230. This variation is primarily attributed to the number of applicants and the competitive dynamics within each department, ensuring that admission standards align with demand and academic rigor.
Admission Process Based on Aggregate Scoring System
It is essential for candidates to understand that scoring the JAMB cut-off mark, including the general 200 threshold, only qualifies them to apply for the Post-UTME screening and does not guarantee admission. The University of Ibadan employs a comprehensive aggregate system to determine eligibility, combining both UTME and Post-UTME scores. The formula used is: Aggregate = (JAMB score ÷ 8) + (Post-UTME score ÷ 2). This approach emphasizes balanced performance across both examinations, with candidates required to excel in each to enhance their chances of securing a place.
To illustrate, the required aggregate scores for key courses are as follows, presented in terms of Merit, Catch, and Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS) categories respectively:
- Medicine and Surgery: 78.875 | 78.875 | 77.375
- Nursing Science: 71.375 | 71.375 | 67.875
- Law: 70.875 | 70.875 | 67.625
- Pharmacy: 69.125 | 69.125 | 62.875
- Computer Science: 63.5 | 63.5 | 53.5
This system ensures a holistic evaluation, considering factors beyond JAMB scores, such as O'Level results and departmental competition, to maintain the university's high academic standards.
Context and Broader Implications for UTME Candidates
In related news, JAMB has recently released the 2026 UTME results, allowing candidates to check their scores by sending UTMERESULT via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the registered phone number. At this stage, results are viewable but not printable, marking a critical step in the admission journey. Additionally, a viral story emerged about a medical student from Obafemi Awolowo University who retook the 2026 UTME as an Arts candidate, sparking online discussions about cross-disciplinary performance and the evolving nature of academic pursuits in Nigeria.
Prospective students are advised to meticulously prepare for both the UTME and Post-UTME, focusing on achieving high scores to meet the competitive cut-offs and aggregate requirements. The University of Ibadan's release of these marks underscores the institution's commitment to transparency and merit-based admissions, setting a benchmark for other universities in Nigeria.
