So you have just checked your JAMB result and the first thing that you did was open Google and type ‘UNILORIN cut off mark.’ I get it. I completely get it.
Because the thing is that passing JAMB is one battle. Getting into the University of Ilorin is a completely different war. And if you do not know the cut off marks going into this process, it’s just as if you are walking into an exam hall without knowing the syllabus.
UNILORIN is not your average kind of Nigerian university. It always rank among the top three federal universities in Nigeria, it has produced some of the best minds this country has ever seen, most brilliant of them at that and its admission process is very competitive. Every year thousands of candidates sit for JAMB, get a high score and still do not make it in and this mainly happens because they did not understand how the admission game works.
That is exactly why you are reading this. Whether you scored 220 and you are feeling confident or you scored 180 and you are panicking in quiet this article will tell you exactly where you stand, what scores get you into which departments and what you can do if your score is not where it’s supposed to be.
Let us get into it.
Official UNILORIN Cut Off Mark for 2026/2027
Before we talk about the scores in the different individual courses let us start with what JAMB officially says.
For this 2026/2027 academic session JAMB has set the general cut off mark for federal universities at 140. But then even though this is important, UNILORIN do not use 140 as their actual cut off. The university has its own internal cut off, and that is most times higher by a little number.
The departmental cut off mark of the University of Ilorin for most courses is at 200 and above. Some of the more competitive courses like Medicine, Law and Pharmacy? You are looking at 220 and above just for you to be considered.
So yes, JAMB says 140. UNILORIN says 200. And some departments say even that is not enough. This is the real thing you need to wrap your head around before anything else.
There is also something called the Post-UTME and this is what UNILORIN uses to screen candidates more. Even if your JAMB score is brilliant, a poor Post-UTME performance can make you loose your spot. Both scores do matter and we will talk about how they combine in a short while.
UNILORIN Cut Off Mark for All Courses 2026: Updated List
Here is the breakdown you came here for. These are the JAMB cut off marks for the major courses in UNILORIN for 2026:
Course
JAMB Cut Off
Expected Aggregate
Medicine and Surgery
200
Law
200
Pharmacy
200
Engineering (all branches)
200
200+
Computer Science
200
Accounting
200
Economics
200
Mass Communication
200
Nursing Science
200
Biochemistry
200
Microbiology
200
Political Science
160
Sociology
160
History and International Studies
160
Education/Biology
160
Education/Mathematics
160
Arabic and Islamic Studies
160
Library and Information Science
160
Agricultural Science
160
Food Science and Nutrition
160
How to Increase Your Chances If Your Score Is Low
Your score is not where you want it to be. Before you spiral, here are your actual options:
1. Consider a Related Course
If you scored 180 and you want Medicine, that is going to be very tough. But what about Anatomy? Medical Laboratory Science? Public Health? These courses feed into the health sector, have lower cut offs, and after a few years you can transfer or pursue further qualifications. Do not be too rigid with your course choice, be strategic.
2. Crush the Post-UTME
If your JAMB score is average, your Post-UTME needs to be exceptional. This is your second chance to compensate. Get past questions, practice daily, and take it seriously. A strong Post-UTME performance has saved candidates with scores as low as 190 in previous sessions.
3. Apply Through Direct Entry
If you have an OND or A-Level results, Direct Entry is another route into UNILORIN. The competition is different and in many cases less intense than the UTME route. Worth exploring if that applies to you.
4. Try Another Federal University
UNILORIN is great but it is not the only great university in Nigeria. University of Lagos, University of Ibadan, OAU, ABU Zaria, alot of these schools offer if not the same, then almost the same quality of education. Just cast a wider net during the choice selection process.
5. Consider Remedial or Pre-Degree
UNILORIN do run a pre-degree programme that allows candidates to qualify for direct admission into 100 level even after one year. If you are serious about this school in particular, this is a legal way many people overlook.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the UNILORIN cut off mark for Medicine and Surgery?
The JAMB cut off is 200 but in actual sense you need an aggregate score of 220 and above to have a better chance of getting admission into Medicine and Surgery at UNILORIN.
2. Does UNILORIN conduct Post-UTME?
Yes. UNILORIN conducts a Post-UTME screening exercise and your performance do affects your aggregate score in a significant way and chances of admission.
3. Can I gain admission with 180 in JAMB?
It is very not even likely for competitive courses but very possible for some Education and Arts courses depending on the cut off for that particular year. You would also need an excellent Post-UTME score to compensate.
4. When does UNILORIN release admission lists?
UNILORIN do releases its first batch admission list a few months after the JAMB results came out and Post-UTME screening done. Supplementary lists came afterwards. You should Keep checking the JAMB admission portal and the UNILORIN official website regularly.
5. Is UNILORIN cut off mark the same every year?
Not exactly. The cut off can shift in a very small way depending on the number of applicants and spaces that are available each year. The figures in this article are based on recent trends but always confirm with the official UNILORIN admission portal.
Conclusion
Getting into UNILORIN takes more than just passing JAMB. It takes understanding the system, knowing your numbers and being strategic about your choices.
If your score is strong then that is very good. Now go and prepare for Post-UTME like your admission depends on it because it does in a way. If your score is lower than you have hoped for still do not give up. Consider all the options you have, check other courses that are related courses and make the move that you believe is the smartest and one available to you.
The University of Ilorin is worth chasing. Just go into the process with your eyes open and your strategy clear.
Good luck. You have got this.