UNILORIN Cut Off Mark for 2025/2026 Admission

The University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) is one of Nigeria’s most sought-after federal universities, which is known for academic excellence and a very competitive admission process. Admission is sought by thousands of students annually, but only those who meet the UNILORIN cut off mark stand a chance of being admitted.

The cut-off mark is an essential requirement in the UNILORIN admission process, as it determines eligible candidates for the post-UTME screening and further admission processes. Different courses have different departmental cut-off marks based on the competition, spaces available, and students’ performance.

This is a complete guide to UNILORIN’s cut-off mark for 2025/2026, including the JAMB cut off mark, departmental cut-off marks, post-UTME details, admission requirements, and what you can do if you don’t meet the cut-off mark.

What Is a Cut off  Mark?

A cut off mark is the minimum score a candidate must get in JAMB and post-UTME to be eligible for admission into a university. Each university determines the cut off mark in line with JAMB requirements, departmental cut off , and competition for the available slots.

The approved 2025/2026 JAMB cut off mark for UNILORIN is 180 and above. That is, any candidate who has scored below 180 in JAMB (UTME) is not eligible to apply for admission at UNILORIN.

 However, 180 does not guarantee admission to all courses. There are other courses with a higher departmental cut off mark, depending on competition and availability of spaces. Candidates who score both the JAMB and departmental cut off marks would have a greater chance of being admitted.

UNILORIN Cut Off Mark for All Courses (2025/2026)

Below is the list of departmental cut-off marks for different courses at UNILORIN:

Course	Cut-Off Mark
Faculty of Agriculture
Agricultural Science and Education	180
Agriculture	200
Food Science	200
Forestry and Wildlife Management	180
Faculty of Arts
Arabic Studies	180
Christian Studies	180
Comparative Religious Studies	180
English Language	210
French	180
Hausa	180
History and International Studies	210
Igbo	180
Islamic Studies	180
Linguistics	200
Performing Arts	190
Yoruba	180
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
Anatomy	220
Physiology	220
Faculty of Clinical Sciences
Medicine and Surgery	260
Faculty of Communication and Information Sciences
Library and Information Science	180
Mass Communication	240
Telecommunication Science	200
Faculty of Education
Adult Education	180
Business Education	180
Computer Education	180
Counsellor Education	180
Education and Arabic	180
Education and Biology	180
Education and Chemistry	180
Education and Christian Religious Studies	180
Education and Computer Science	180
Education and Economics	180
Education and English Language	190
Education and French	180
Education and Geography	180
Education and History	180
Education and Islamic Studies	180
Education and Mathematics	180
Education and Physics	180
Education and Social Studies	180
Education and Yoruba	180
Educational Management	180
Educational Technology/Introductory Technology	180
Health Education	180
Human Kinetics	180
Primary Education Studies	180
Social Studies	180
Technology Education	180
Faculty of Engineering and Technology
Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering	190
Biomedical Engineering	200
Chemical Engineering	230
Civil Engineering	230
Computer Engineering	240
Electrical and Electronics Engineering	220
Food Engineering	200
Mechanical Engineering	230
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering	200
Water Resources and Environmental Engineering	200
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
Architecture	220
Estate Management	180
Quantity Surveying	190
Surveying and Geoinformatics	180
Urban and Regional Planning	180
Faculty of Law
Common Law	240
Common and Islamic Law	230
Faculty of Life Sciences
Biochemistry	220
Microbiology	220
Plant Biology	180
Zoology	180
Faculty of Management Sciences
Accounting	240
Business Administration	220
Finance	190
Marketing	200
Public Administration	200
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
Pharmacy	250
Faculty of Physical Sciences
Chemistry	180
Computer Science	220
Geology	200
Industrial Chemistry	200
Mathematics	180
Physics	180
Statistics	190
Faculty of Social Sciences
Criminology and Security Studies	180
Economics	220
Geography and Environmental Management	180
Political Science	210
Psychology	200
Social Work	180
Sociology	200
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
Veterinary Medicine	240

Admission Process & Requirements

UNILORIN admission process contains several steps:

1. JAMB UTME Examination

• Declare UNILORIN as the first choice in JAMB.
• Score a minimum of 180 and above (or pass the departmental cut off  mark for a course).

2. O’Level Requirements

• Candidates must attain a minimum of five (5) credit passes in the following subjects: English Language and Mathematics.
• The result of O’Level should not be more than two sittings.

3. Post-UTME Screening

• Applicants with the JAMB cut off mark are required to register for UNILORIN Post-UTME.
• Screening involves online testing and checking of academic credentials.

4. Release of Admission List

• Admission is for candidates who succeed in the post-UTME and achieve the cut off mark.
• Admission status can be accessed through the JAMB CAPS portal or the UNILORIN admission portal.

Post-UTME Screening & Calculation of Aggregate Score

UNILORIN Post-UTME screening is required for all candidates. The screening process involves:

• Registration: The candidates must register online via the UNILORIN Post-UTME portal.
• Screening Fee: Non-refundable ₦2,000 – ₦3,000.
• Exam Format: The post-UTME exam consists of English, Mathematics, and three subjects related to the course.

 How Aggregate Score is Calculated:

• JAMB Score (50%) + Post-UTME Score (30%) + O’Level Results (20%) = Final Aggregate Score

Applicants with high aggregate scores stand a better chance of being admitted.

How UNILORIN Determines Its Cut off  Mark

UNILORIN fixes its cut off  marks based on a range of factors, including:

• JAMB’s Benchmark: The university must maintain JAMB’s minimum score.
• Number of Applicants: Higher numbers of applications lead to higher cut off marks.
• Departmental Quotas: Each course has a fixed number of admission slots.
• General Performance of Candidates: Improved performance in JAMB means a higher cut off mark.

What To Do If You Don’t Meet the Cut off  Mark

If you do not meet the cut off mark for your course, here are some alternatives for you:

1. Change of Course – Take less competitive courses.

2. Pre-degree/Foundation Program – Apply for UNILORIN’s pre-degree program.

3. Transfer to Another University – Some universities accept transfer students.

4. Retake JAMB – Study and retake the exam to boost your score.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Conclusion

It is very important to know the UNILORIN cut off mark for admission. Candidates should try to score higher in JAMB and post-UTME to get a better chance. For more admission information, check universities.ng. If you liked this guide, spread the word among other applicants!