Every year, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) sets a minimum score that candidates must meet to qualify for university admission.
For the 2025/2026 session, Nile University of Nigeria has officially announced its JAMB cut-off marks.
These marks determine which candidates are eligible to take part in the post-UTME and potentially earn offers.
In this article, we’ll explain what each faculty requires and help you understand the next steps.
What is the cut-off mark for Nile University?
According to the university’s official statement, the general JAMB cut-off is 140 and above for most courses.
However, some programs require higher scores depending on their level of competition.
What is the cut-off mark for Engineering and Science courses?
For all Engineering and Natural & Applied Sciences courses, including Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Cyber Security and related programs, aspiring students need a minimum JAMB score of 140.
These faculties use the same cut-off, giving clear eligibility lines for anyone interested in technical and science fields.
What is the requirement for Health and Medical courses?
Health-related courses differ slightly.
- MBBS (Medicine & Surgery) requires a firm cut-off of 200, due to its competitive nature.
- Other programs like BSc Human Anatomy and BSc Human Physiology require 140.
What is the cut-off for Law at Nile University?
For the LLB Law program, Nile University sets the JAMB cut-off at 160.
This reflects the competitive nature of the Law faculty and the need for strong English and writing skills.
What about Arts, Management and Social Sciences courses?
All courses under the Faculties of Arts & Social Sciences and Management Sciences have a uniform cut-off of 140.
This includes areas such as Marketing, Accounting, Mass Communication, Economics, Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, and more.
Why are some cut-offs higher than others?
Cut-off marks reflect both federal minimum requirements and how competitive a course is.
- Medicine & Surgery (200) and Law (160) generally attract top-performing candidates, so higher scores help manage demand.
- Other programs use 140, which is the baseline JAMB level for private and public universities for 2025/2026.
Can I still apply if my JAMB score is 120 or 130?
Unfortunately, no. Even though JAMB’s bare minimum for universities is 140, Nile University will only consider applicants who meet or exceed that.
For courses like Medicine and Law, your score must be at least 200 and 160 respectively.
What are the next steps after meeting the cut-off?
- If you have a qualifying JAMB score, you’ll be eligible for the Nile University Post-UTME screening.
- The university will announce details of the screening (date, format, venue) on its official admission portal.
- You must have at least five O’level credit passes, including subject requirements.
- Some departments may calculate your aggregate score by averaging your JAMB and Post-UTME marks.
- Finally, admission offers will go to those with strong total results.
How do I calculate the aggregate score?
You simply add your JAMB score to your post-UTME score, then divide by 2.
For example: (JAMB: 180 + Post-UTME: 160) ÷ 2 = 170 aggregate
A higher aggregate increases your chances of being admitted.
Is the admission form free?
Yes, Nile University does not charge for admission forms, unlike public university forms that include a JAMB fee.
Remember this if you are applying for any of the following:
- Medicine and Surgery: Aim for 200 or higher.
- Law: Make sure you get at least 160.
- All other courses: You must have at least 140 in JAMB.
If you have the required score, prepare thoroughly for the post-UTME exam, gather your O’level credits, and watch the official portal for screening notices.