If you want to get admission into UNN for the 2026/2027 academic session, one important thing you need to know is the departmental cut-off marks. These marks decide if you can qualify for a particular course, based on your scores in the UTME and the Post-UTME screening.
As of January 2026, UNN has not yet released the official departmental cut-off marks for this session. The university has also warned students to ignore false information and scams being shared on social media.
Departmental cut-off marks are the minimum total scores you need to get into a specific course at UNN. They are different from the general JAMB cut-off mark. The general cut-off allows you to take part in the Post-UTME, but departmental cut-offs are usually higher and depend on the course and how competitive it is.
General vs. Departmental: The general cut-off is set by JAMB and accepted by UNN (160 for the 2026/2027 session). Departmental cut-offs are set by the university and depend on how well candidates perform.
Merit and Catchment: UNN admits students based on merit (highest scores from all over the country) and catchment areas (states like Enugu, Anambra, Imo, Ebonyi, Abia, Delta, and others may get some preference). Students from Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS) may have lower cut-offs.
Why They Matter: Scoring above the cut-off does not guarantee admission, but scoring below it usually means you will not be admitted. The cut-offs can change every year depending on the number of applicants and their scores.
Competitive courses like Medicine had cut-offs above 300, while less competitive courses were around 180 to 200.
UNN General Cut-off Mark for 2026/2027
For the 2025/2026 academic session, UNN has set the general cut-off mark at 180. This means any candidate who scores 180 or higher in the JAMB UTME can apply for the Post-UTME screening. This score is lower than in previous years (for example, it was 180 in 2024/2025), so more students may have a chance to apply.
Key points:
- Only candidates with scores of 180 and above can register for the Post-UTME.
- UNN accepts both UTME and Direct Entry candidates.
- Registration usually begins after JAMB releases the results, and deadlines are posted on the UNN website (http://www.unn.edu.ng).
If you are from Rivers State, such as Port Harcourt, you are not in the main catchment area. However, you can still gain admission through merit if your scores are high.
UNN Cutoff Mark For All Departments in All Faculties
Faculty of Agriculture
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Enugu – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural Economics | 201.5 | 181 |
| Agricultural Extension | 210 | 180 |
| Animal Science | 180 | 180 |
| Crop Science | 180 | 180 |
| Soil Science | 180 | 180 |
| Food Science and Technology | 191 | 181.5 |
| Home Science | 200 | 180 |
| Nutrition and Dietetics | 224 | 220.5 |
Faculty of Arts
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Imo – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Archaeology | 180 | 180 |
| English and Literary Studies | 252 | 226 |
| Fine and Applied Arts | 231 | 197 |
| History and International Studies | 242 | 237.5 |
| Linguistics | 212 | 236.5 |
| Mass Communication | 265 | 256 |
| Music | 188 | 205 (Cross Rivers) |
| Theatre and Film Studies | 249 | 242 |
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Anambra – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Human Anatomy | 206 | 197 |
| Human Physiology | 205 | 188 |
Faculty of Biological Sciences
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Ebonyi – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Biochemistry | 207 | 191 |
| Botany | 210 | 180 |
| Microbiology | 200 | 180 |
| Zoology | 181 | 185 |
Faculty of Business Administration
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Abia – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Accountancy | 246 | 230 |
| Banking and Finance | 218 | 183 |
| Business Management | 213 | 202 |
| Marketing | 212 | 183 |
Faculty of Dentistry
Specialized in oral health.
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment |
|---|---|---|
| Dentistry | 274 | N/A (High merit focus) |
Faculty of Education
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Enugu – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult Education | 180 | 180 |
| Education Biology | 215.5 | 181 |
| Education English | 235 | 251 |
| Guidance and Counselling | 180 | 198 |
| Health Education | 180 | 188 |
| Political Science Education | 222 | 215 |
Faculty of Engineering
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Delta – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Agricultural and Bioresources Engineering | 180 | 180 |
| Civil Engineering | 256 | 201 |
| Electrical Engineering | 212.5 | 180 |
| Electronic Engineering | 217 | 197 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 260 | 192 |
Faculty of Environmental Studies
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Akwa Ibom – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | 203 | 186 |
| Estate Management | 200 | 190 |
| Urban and Regional Planning | 180 | 180 |
Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Imo – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Laboratory Science | 256 | 233 |
| Medical Radiography | 263 | 215 |
| Medical Rehabilitation | 235 | 212 |
| Nursing Science | 290 | 255 (Abia) |
Faculty of Law
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Ebonyi – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 297 | 288 |
Faculty of Medicine
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Anambra – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 314 | 314 |
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Delta – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 293 | 252 |
Faculty of Physical Sciences
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Abia – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 250 | 237 |
| Geology | 222 | 181 |
| Mathematics | 180 | 180 |
| Physics and Astronomy | 203 | 180 |
| Pure and Industrial Chemistry | 216 | 190 |
| Statistics | 180 | 180 |
Faculty of Social Sciences
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment (e.g., Enugu – 2021) |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | 242 | 219 |
| Geography | 200 | 180 |
| Political Science | 240 | 215 |
| Public Administration | 221 | N/A |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 230 | N/A |
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine
| Course | Merit Cutoff (2022/2023) | Sample Catchment |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Medicine | 225 | N/A |
How UNN Calculates Aggregate Scores
UNN uses an aggregate score to rank students for admission. This score is calculated by adding your JAMB score and your Post-UTME score using a simple formula:
Aggregate Score = (JAMB Score ÷ 8) + (Post-UTME Score ÷ 2)
How it works:
- JAMB score is divided by 8. Since the highest JAMB score is 400, it can give you up to 50 points.
- Post-UTME score is usually over 100 and is divided by 2, giving up to 50 points.
- The total aggregate score is 100 points.
Example:
- JAMB: 280 → 280 ÷ 8 = 35
- Post-UTME: 80 → 80 ÷ 2 = 40
- Total aggregate = 75
Departmental cut-off marks are based on this aggregate score. For competitive courses like Medicine, you may need an aggregate of 70 or more, which means you must score high in both exams.
Direct Entry candidates are assessed differently, usually based on their A-level results or diploma qualifications.
Knowing UNN’s cut-off marks will help you know your chances of getting admission this session.
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