If you are dreaming of becoming a student at the University of Ibadan, this is one update you cannot afford to miss.

Every year, thousands of candidates apply for a spot at UI, but only those who meet the strict cut off marks stand a real chance of getting in.

Knowing these scores early helps you plan your studies, set your targets, and avoid the stress of making a mistake on your application.

If UI is your first choice, you are in the right place. Below, you will find the officially approved cut off marks for the 2025/2026 session, how to calculate your aggregate score, and the steps you need to take once you have met the requirements.

What Is a Cut Off Mark?

A cut off mark is the minimum score you must have before you can be considered for admission into a course.

At UI, your cut off mark is calculated using:

  • Your JAMB score

  • Your Post UTME screening score

  • Both scores are combined to produce your final admission score.

If your score is below the required mark for your course, you may not be offered admission.

UI JAMB Cut Off Mark 2025/2026

The University of Ibadan has officially released the cut off marks for the 2025/2026 admission exercise through its Undergraduate Admissions Unit.

The marks apply to different courses and faculties, and they vary based on competitiveness.

UI requires a minimum JAMB score of 200 for all courses for the 2025/2026 academic session, although this is only for eligibility to take part in the Post UTME screening.

How to Calculate UI Departmental Cut Off Mark

Unlike the JAMB cut off mark, this is gotten from your JAMB Score and Post UTME score.

To figure out if you meet the requirements for the University of Ibadan, you can calculate your final score using these three steps:

  • First, you take your total JAMB score and divide it by eight to get a point out of fifty. If you scored 280 in JAMB, that will be 280/8 = 35

  • Next, you take your Post UTME score, which is also marked out of fifty, and simply add it to the points you got from your JAMB result. For instance, if your JAMB score is 35 and your Post UTME score is 40, your final aggregate would be 75.

  • This final total is the number you will use to check against the official departmental cut off mark for your chosen course.

UI Departmental Cut Off Marks 2025/2026

Below are some major courses and their approved merit cut off marks.

College of Medicine

Course

Cut Off Mark

Medicine and Surgery

78.875

Dentistry

68.625

Nursing Science

71.375

Medical Laboratory Science

63.25

Physiotherapy

65.125

Law and Pharmacy

Course

Cut Off Mark

Law

70.875

Pharmacy

69.125

Engineering and Technology

Course

Cut Off Mark

Mechanical Engineering

70.5

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

70

Civil Engineering

63.25

Petroleum Engineering

62.75

Computer Science

63.5

Social Science and Management

Course

Cut Off Mark

Economics

58.125

Accounting

68.5

Political Science

55.375

Psychology

54.5

Sociology

51

Arts and Humanities

Course

Cut Off Mark

English

56.5

Linguistics

56.875

Theatre Arts

56

Communication and Language Arts

61

Arabic

53.5

Education and Other Programmes

Most education courses and several science and agriculture programmes have a general cut off mark of 50.

This includes:

  • Education and Biology

  • Education and Economics

  • Adult Education

  • Agricultural Courses

For a full breakdown of the UI Departmental Cut off Mark, click below;

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What Happens After Meeting the Cut Off Mark?

If your score meets or beats the required mark, the next stage is admission consideration.

The university will:

  • Compile qualified candidates

  • Release the admission list

  • Upload names on JAMB CAPS and UI portal

Once the admission list is out, successful candidates can proceed with paying the acceptance fee and registration.

Can You Change Course If You Miss the Cut Off?

Yes, in some cases. If your score is below your chosen course, you may:

  • Apply for a change of course

  • Switch to a less competitive programme

  • Wait for supplementary admission

However, this depends on available spaces and university policies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the general cut off mark for UI 2025/2026?
A: Most courses have a minimum cut off mark of 50, while competitive courses have higher marks.

Q: Has UI released the 2025/2026 admission list?
A: The admission list will be released after the Post UTME screening and evaluation of candidates.

Q: Does UI conduct Post UTME screening?
A: Yes. All candidates must take part in the UI Post UTME screening to be considered for admission.

Q: Can I gain admission with 200 in JAMB?
A: It depends on your Post UTME score and the course you applied for.

Q: Can I change my course after missing the cut off mark?
A: Yes, if there are available spaces and you meet the new course requirements.