UI Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026 Admission(What You Need to Know)

UI Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026 Admission: What You Need to Know

Thinking of gaining admission into the University of Ibadan (UI) for the 2025/2026 academic session? One of the most important things to watch out for is the cut-off mark. This guide will walk you through what the UI cut-off mark is, how it works, what the adjustments are by course, and how you can meet the requirements to maximize your chances of securing admission.

What Is a Cut-Off Mark?

A cut-off mark is the minimum score required for an applicant to be considered for admission into a particular university or programme. There are generally two types relevant to UI:

• JAMB Cut-Off Mark: The minimum UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) score required for eligibility for UI’s Post-UTME screening.

• Post-UTME / Departmental Cut-Off Marks: These are higher benchmarks imposed by the university or specific departments for admission into competitive and non-competitive courses.

UI’s JAMB Cut-Off Mark for 2025/2026

As of the 2025/2026 academic session:

• UI has set the JAMB UTME minimum cut-off score at 200.

• Applicants scoring lower than 200 UTME are generally not eligible for UI’s Post-UTME screening.

This score acts as a threshold. Both competitive and less competitive courses may require higher departmental cut-offs beyond the UTME score.

Departmental & Post-UTME Cut-Off Marks by Faculty

Simply meeting the UTME cut-off (200) does not guarantee admission. UI also employs departmental / Post-UTME cut-off marks, which vary by course, faculty, and whether you are from an Educationally Less Developed State (ELDS). Here are some examples from the 2025/2026 session:

*“Catch / ELDS” refers to marks applicable to applicants from Educationally Less Developed States or catchment areas; these are sometimes slightly lower than standard merit marks.

These departmental cut-off marks represent how competitive specific programmes are. The more sought-after or technical, the higher the cut-off tends to be.

Update / Official Status: What to Watch Out For

Be aware: there has been confusion and conflicting reports online. Some websites have published lists of proposed UI cut-off marks, but UI has also reportedly issued statements cautioning against fake or unverified cut-off mark lists.

• UI’s official website (UI.edu.ng) has a section titled “2025/2026 Admission Exercise: Cut-Off Marks”. This indicates UI will formally release the cut-off marks via its official channels.

• Sites such as MySchoolGist and others list departmental cut-offs (merit, catchment, ELDS), but sometimes these are interpretations or leaks. Always verify with UI’s official announcements.

How UI Calculates / Applies These Cut-Off Marks

Several factors influence cut-off marks:

1. Demand for the Course: High demand programmes (Medicine, Law, Engineering, etc.) have higher cut-offs.

2. Capacity of the Department: Available slots affect how high cut-off marks will be. More capacity might lower the required scores.

3. ELDS / Catchment Adjustments: To promote equity, applicants from Educationally Less Developed States may have slightly lower departmental cut-offs.

4. Merit vs. Other Admission Categories: Merit scores are standard for most candidates, while special categories or catchment/ELDS may get adjusted thresholds.

Steps to Take if You Meet or Are Close to UI Cut-Off

If your UTME or departmental cut-off marks are close—or if you hit them exactly—here are things to do next:

1. Ensure your O’Level / WAEC / NECO results meet minimum requirements: UI typically requires at least five credit passes (inclusive of English and Mathematics) in not more than two sittings.

2. Register for UI Post-UTME: Once you meet the UTME cut-off, you must apply for Post-UTME screening via UI’s portal. Missing the screening or failing to submit required documents can nullify your eligibility.

3. Track Official UI Announcements: Monitor UI’s website / news portal for authentic announcements of cut-off marks. Avoid relying solely on social media or third-party sites.

4. Prepare Well Academically: If departmental cut-offs are high, aim for excellence in Post-UTME, interviews (if any), and ensure all documents are in order.

5. Consider ELDS / Catchment Eligibility: If you are from an ELDS state, check how that status may favour lowering of departmental thresholds.

Common Questions (FAQ)

Q: Has UI officially released the cut-off marks for 2025/2026?
A: UI’s official channels indicate that the admission exercise’s cut-off marks will be released. Some lists are already circulating, but their authenticity might still be under verification.

Q: What is the minimum JAMB score needed for UI?
A: 200 UTME score is the benchmark set for eligibility. Anyone below 200 in UTME is not likely to be admitted.

Q: Do all courses require high cut-off marks?
A: No. Less competitive courses (Faculty of Agriculture, Arts, etc.) may have departmental cut-offs closer to the minimum, while professional / popular courses (Medicine, Engineering, Law, Nursing) require much higher scores.

Q: What does ELDS / Catchment mean?
A: ELDS stands for Educationally Less Developed States. In Nigeria, these states get special consideration, meaning departmental cut-off marks for applicants from ELDS may be slightly lower than standard merit marks. Catchment refers to geographic proximity, local state priority, etc.

Tips to Improve Your Chances

• Aim well above the minimum UTME cut-off if you want competitive courses.

• Study past Post-UTME questions; knowing the pattern helps.

• Ensure you have strong WAEC / NECO results—this complements your Post-UTME.

• Focus on relevant subjects for your course: for Medicine, excellent science scores; for Arts, strong English and Literature.

• Double-check deadlines and requirements; sometimes missing a document or late application can cost you.

Final Word

In summary, the University of Ibadan’s 2025/2026 admission process includes a JAMB UTME cut-off score of 200 and departmental / Post-UTME cut-off marks that vary widely depending on faculty, course demand, catchment/ELDS status, and capacity. If you’re applying, aim not just to meet these minimums but to surpass them if possible — that’s critically important for competitive programmes.

Always rely on the official university announcements, prepare thoroughly, and ensure all components of your application are solid. Best of luck with your UI admission!