Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University (KOMU), Ideato, Imo State, has released its official cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 admission cycle.
Meeting these marks allows candidates to apply for post-UTME and be considered for their chosen courses.
What is KOMU’s general JAMB UTME cut-off mark?
KOMU maintains a policy minimum of 140 for all courses, meaning candidates who score 140 or higher in JAMB and select KOMU as their first choice are eligible to register for post-UTME screening.
It’s important to remember that 140 is just the starting point for eligibility, it doesn’t guarantee admission into any department.
Are 140 cut-off marks the same for all departments?
Yes and no. While 140 is the universal baseline to qualify for screening, popular or professional courses such as Law, Medicine, Accounting, or Computer Science may require significantly higher JAMB scores to gain real admission.
The initial 140 enables screening, but departmental cut-offs vary above that.
How are departmental cut-off marks set at KOMU?
After UTME, KOMU issues departmental or course‑specific cut-off marks, often based on competition, capacity, and past performance data . For example:
- Law: ~280
- Medicine & Surgery: ~260
- Accounting: ~180
- Business Administration: ~160
- Computer Science: ~190
- Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemistry, Mathematics: ~180–190
- Physics, Estate Management, English: ~140–160
Those numbers indicate minimum JAMB scores needed for serious consideration in each department alongside performance in post-UTME.
What does meeting the departmental cut-off do?
It means you are eligible for Admission Lists. After writing Post-UTME, KOMU ranks candidates based on aggregate scores to fill available spaces.
So, if your score is equal to or above the departmental cut-off for your chosen course, and your post-UTME and O’Levels are strong, you may appear on the final merit list.
What subjects do I need in O’Level for admission?
You must have at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics.
You also need relevant subject combinations based on your course:
- Sciences/Engineering: Chemistry, Physics, Biology/Mathematics
- Arts/Social Sciences: Subjects like Literature, Government, Economics, History
- Business-related courses: Commerce, Economics, Accounting
Without the appropriate five credits within two sittings, even a high JAMB score won’t secure admission.
Can I apply for Post-UTME with 150 UTME score?
Yes, you can register for Post-UTME, as you meet the initial 140 cut-off.
However, whether you are eligible for your intended course depends on departmental JAMB requirements, some departments set their bar much higher than 150.
How are final admission decisions made?
KOMU combines your scores from UTME, Post-UTME, and O’Level credits to form an aggregate score, which is used to rank candidates for admission . Typically:
- UTME: 50%
- Post-UTME: 30%
- O’Level grades: 20%
Those with the highest aggregates within available department quotas are offered admission.
What if I scored below the departmental cut-off but passed 140?
If your score is between 140 and the cut-off:
- You are eligible to sit Post-UTME.
- You can choose available courses matching your score, likely from less competitive departments.
- If you still want your initial course, consider retaking UTME to meet its required score.
- Alternatively, take your first degree and later explore Direct Entry options.