If you chose Ekiti State University in your JAMB registration this year as a first choice, there’s one number standing between you and your admission letter: the cut off mark. And it’s finally out.
Table of Contents
- What Exactly Is the EKSU Cut Off Mark?
- EKSU General Cut Off Mark for 2026/2027
- EKSU Departmental Cut Off Mark 2026/2027, Full List
- How to Know If You’re Eligible
- What Happens After You Meet the Cut Off Mark?
- Frequently Asked Questions
Ekiti State University (EKSU) has released its 2026/2027 admission benchmark, covering both the general JAMB requirement and the individual cut off marks for every course the university runs, from Accountancy to Zoology. This guide breaks all of it down in plain language, so you know exactly where you stand before you spend a kobo on a Post UTME form.
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What Exactly Is the EKSU Cut Off Mark?
Simply put, it’s the minimum UTME score you need before EKSU will even consider you for admission. Score below it, and you can’t proceed to Post UTME screening, no matter how strong your O’Level results are. Score at or above it, and you’re in the race, though your final admission still depends on your Post UTME screening performance and aggregate score.
EKSU actually works with three layers of cut off marks:
- Merit cut off mark
- Catchment area cut off mark
- Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS) cut off mark
These exist because Nigerian universities are required to admit students through different quota categories, not purely by raw score. So two candidates with the same UTME score but different states of origin could be assessed slightly differently. That’s normal and applies across all federal and state universities, not just EKSU.
EKSU General Cut Off Mark for 2026/2027
For the 2026/2027 admission cycle, EKSU has set its general JAMB cut off mark at 150 and above. This is the baseline score every applicant must meet before they’re eligible to register for the Post UTME screening exercise.
In other words: if you scored below 150 in the 2026 UTME, EKSU’s portal won’t let you screen, regardless of your course of interest. If you hit 150 or higher, the next hurdle is your course specific departmental cut off mark, which is usually higher for competitive programmes.
Aside from the JAMB score, you’ll also need:
- A minimum of 5 O’Level credits (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB), including English and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings
- EKSU listed as your first-choice institution on your JAMB profile
- Successful completion of the Post UTME screening registration and payment
EKSU Departmental Cut Off Mark 2026/2027, Full List
While 150 gets you into the screening room, it doesn’t guarantee a seat in every department. Courses with high competition, think Medicine, Law, Nursing, require a much higher score. Below is the complete departmental breakdown for the 2026/2027 session.
| Course | Cut Off Mark |
|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 260 |
| Law | 250 |
| Doctor of Pharmacy | 240 |
| Nursing / Nursing Science | 230 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 220 |
| Accountancy / Accounting | 180 |
| Anatomy | 180 |
| Banking and Finance | 180 |
| Biochemistry | 180 |
| Biological Science(s) | 180 |
| Business Administration | 180 |
| Business Management | 180 |
| Civil Engineering | 180 |
| Computer Engineering | 180 |
| Computer Science | 180 |
| Economics | 180 |
| Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 180 |
| English and Literary Studies | 180 |
| History and International Studies | 180 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 180 |
| Mechanical and Automechanic Technology | 180 |
| Microbiology | 180 |
| Physiology | 180 |
| Political Science | 180 |
| Science Laboratory Technology | 180 |
| Sociology | 180 |
| Theatre Arts | 180 |
| All other courses (Agriculture, Education combinations, Arts, Social Science courses not listed above, etc.) | 150 |
Quick tip: Nearly all Education related combined courses (e.g., Education and Mathematics, Education and English, Education and Biology) sit at the 150 baseline, making them a realistic option if your score is closer to the general cut off mark rather than the competitive-course thresholds.
Note that this list reflects the officially approved marks for the current admission cycle. Departmental cut off marks can shift slightly from year to year depending on applicant numbers and available slots, so always confirm the live figure on the JAMB CAPS portal or EKSU’s admission page before you finalize any decision.
How to Know If You’re Eligible
Here’s the simple way to check where you stand:
- Compare your UTME score to 150. If you scored below this, you won’t be eligible for Post UTME screening at EKSU this cycle.
- Find your course in the table above. If your score meets or exceeds your course’s specific cut off mark, you’re eligible to register for screening.
- If your score is below your course’s cut off but above 150, you can still apply. Just switch to a course with a lower requirement, or wait to see if the department revises its slots.
What Happens After You Meet the Cut Off Mark?
Meeting the cut off mark only opens the door, it doesn’t guarantee admission. Your next steps are:
- Register and pay for the EKSU Post UTME screening form
- Sit for the screening exercise (or upload required documents, depending on the format EKSU adopts this year)
- Wait for your aggregate score to be calculated. EKSU typically uses a 50:50 weighting between your JAMB score and your Post UTME or screening performance
- Monitor the JAMB CAPS portal and EKSU’s admission list for your final admission status
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the general EKSU cut off mark for 2026/2027? It’s 150 and above for JAMB, which qualifies you for Post UTME screening.
What is the EKSU cut off mark for Medicine and Surgery? 260, making it the highest departmental requirement at the university.
Can I get into EKSU with 150? Yes, for courses whose departmental cut off mark is also 150, such as most Education combinations, Agriculture related courses, and several Arts and Social Science programmes.
Does EKSU consider O’Level results for admission? Yes. Alongside your JAMB score and Post UTME performance, you need at least 5 relevant O’Level credits, including English and Mathematics, from no more than two sittings.
Is EKSU’s departmental cut off mark the same every year? Not necessarily. It can be adjusted based on the number of applicants and available admission slots for each session, so always verify the current figure before applying.
Have a course that’s not listed above, or unsure which cut off mark applies to you? Drop your JAMB score and course of interest in the comments, and we’ll help you figure out your chances.