JAMB Announces New National Cut-Off Marks For 2025 Admission
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has rolled out a new national cut-off marks for admission into universities, polytechnics, monotechnics, and colleges of education for the 2025/2026 academic year.
This decision followed the annual Policy Meeting on Admissions, which took place in Abuja on Monday, April 14, 2025.
Although the board hasn’t officially released the specific scores, inside sources have confirmed that a new minimum cut-off point has been agreed upon and will be publicly shared in the coming days.
What Changed in the 2025 Admission Policy?
Every year, JAMB convenes education leaders—Vice Chancellors, Rectors, Provosts, and policymakers—from public and private tertiary institutions nationwide to align on one key goal: setting a unified benchmark that determines who gets into higher institutions in Nigeria.
This year’s meeting was no different. Participants reviewed how students performed in the last UTME, assessed institutional capacity, and reached a consensus on the minimum scores required for admissions across the board.
While individual schools still have the right to raise their departmental cut-off marks above the national minimum, no school is permitted to go below the new JAMB benchmark when offering admission.
New JAMB Cut-Off Marks For 2024 Admission
For reference, these were the cut-off marks used during last year’s admission round:
- Universities: 140 and above
- Polytechnics/Monotechnics and Colleges of Education: 100 and above
Given the spike in candidate registration this year and possible variations in exam performance, there’s a chance the new threshold may see minor adjustments—either staying the same or being slightly increased.
When Will the Official Scores Be Released?
JAMB is expected to release the complete list of cut-off marks—including institution-specific requirements—following the completion of the 2025 UTME. This early release is aimed at helping students and institutions prepare adequately for the next steps.
For updates, keep an eye on JAMB’s official portal or verified education platforms.
Why the Cut-Off Mark Really Matters
These cut-off marks are more than just formal numbers—they’re gatekeepers.
If a candidate doesn’t meet the national minimum, they won’t be considered for admission by any school, regardless of how strong their individual subject scores are or how competitive the course might be.
So what should 2025 UTME candidates do? Here are a few things to keep in mind:
- Stay updated via JAMB’s official website and social handles
- Know your preferred institution’s requirements—some courses have tougher internal criteria
- Prepare thoroughly to beat—not just meet—the cut-off
More Options Beyond UTME
JAMB scores aren’t the only path to academic success. If you’re a 2025 candidate, consider exploring:
- Study-abroad scholarships for Nigerian students
- Fully funded opportunities based on academic excellence
- Exchange programs run by Nigerian institutions with international partners
These could be life-changing alternatives or even complementary to your JAMB-based admission goals.
Admission season is always a mix of competition and opportunity. If you’re aiming for a spot in any Nigerian tertiary institution this year, now’s the time to stay focused, follow reliable updates, and prepare as if everything depends on it—because it just might.
Whether you’re hoping for admission through JAMB or exploring other educational pathways, stay sharp, stay informed, and be flexible enough to grab the opportunity that fits your path.
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