If you are planning to study at the University of Abuja (UNIABUJA), one of the first things you need to check is the official cut off mark for your course.
For the 2025/2026 academic session, the university has released its approved scores. These marks will determine whether you can move forward to the next stage, including the Post UTME screening and, later, checking your name on the admission list.
You will find below a list of courses and their cut off marks.
General Requirement for UNIABUJA Admission
Before looking at departmental cut off marks, you must meet the basic conditions below:
You must score at least 180 in JAMB.
You must choose UNIABUJA as your first choice.
Once you meet this, your course cut off mark becomes the main factor that decides your chances.
Courses with 230 Cut Off Mark
These are highly competitive courses. You need a strong JAMB score to stand a good chance.
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Health Sciences | Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) | 230 |
Nursing and Allied Health | Nursing Science | 230 |
Law | Civil Law | 230 |
Courses with 200 Cut Off Mark
These courses are also competitive and require good preparation.
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Arts | Christian Religious Studies | 200 |
Engineering | All Engineering Programmes | 200 |
Law | Islamic Law | 200 |
Nursing and Allied Health | Medical Laboratory Science | 200 |
Pharmaceutical Sciences | Doctor of Pharmacy | 200 |
Veterinary Medicine | Veterinary Medicine (DVM) | 200 |
Engineering Courses Under This Category:
Aeronautical Engineering
Agricultural Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Railway Engineering
Courses with 190 Cut Off Mark
These science courses fall within this range.
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Sciences | Biochemistry | 190 |
Sciences | Geology and Gemology | 190 |
Sciences | Microbiology | 190 |
Courses with 180 Cut Off Mark
Most UNIABUJA courses fall under this category. If you score 180 and above, you can apply for any of these programmes.
Arts and Communication
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Communication | All Media and Communication Courses | 180 |
Arts | Arabic Studies | 180 |
English and Literary Studies | 180 | |
History | 180 | |
Islamic Studies | 180 | |
Linguistics | 180 | |
Philosophy | 180 |
Education
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Education | All Education Courses | 180 |
This includes Education and English, Education and Biology, Education and Mathematics, Guidance and Counselling, and others.
Environmental Sciences
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Environmental Sciences | Architecture | 180 |
Building | 180 | |
Estate Management | 180 | |
Quantity Surveying | 180 | |
Urban and Regional Planning | 180 | |
Surveying and Geoinformatics | 180 |
Management and Social Sciences
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Management Sciences | Accounting | 180 |
Business Administration | 180 | |
Entrepreneurship | 180 | |
Public Administration | 180 | |
Social Sciences | Economics | 180 |
Sociology | 180 | |
Political Science and International Relations | 180 | |
Geography | 180 | |
Library and Information Science | 180 |
Sciences and Agriculture
Faculty | Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
Agriculture | Agriculture | 180 |
Sciences | Biology | 180 |
Chemistry | 180 | |
Computer Science | 180 | |
Mathematics | 180 | |
Physics | 180 | |
Statistics | 180 | |
Zoology | 180 |
If your score is close to the minimum, you may still be considered, but competition will be tougher. A higher score always gives you an advantage.
After meeting the cut off, your performance in the Post UTME screening and your O-Level results will also play a major role.
What to Do After Meeting the Cut Off Mark
If your UTME score meets your course requirement, you should:
Register for the Post UTME screening on time
Upload your O-Level results on JAMB CAPS
Monitor your admission status regularly
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the general cut off mark for UNIABUJA in 2025/2026?
A: The general cut off mark is 180, but some courses require higher scores.
Q: Do school fees depend on cut off marks?
A: No. School fees are based on your faculty and level, not your UTME score.
Q: Can you apply with 180 for Medicine or Nursing?
A: No. Medicine and Nursing require at least 230.
Q: Does meeting the cut off mark guarantee admission?
A: No. You must also pass the Post UTME screening and meet all other requirements.
Q: Can you change your course if you do not meet the cut off?
A: Yes. You can change to a course with a lower cut off mark through JAMB.
