Official UNILAG Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027 Admission Exercise

Official UNILAG Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027: This article provides you with the University of Lagos (UNILAG) cut-off marks for all courses for the 2026/2027 session. All the necessary information you need concerning the UNILAG JAMB cut-off mark, UNILAG Departmental cut-off mark, and the university’s unique “Aggregate Screening” system is listed below.

UNILAG Cut Off Mark 2026/2027

If you are aiming for the “University of First Choice and the Nation’s Pride”—UNILAG—for the 2026/2027 academic session, you must understand that admission here is not just competitive; it is elite. UNILAG is famous for its strict admission policies, including the “No Second Choice” rule.¹ We are here to provide you with the official admission stats for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year. Prospective students are encouraged to take a moment to understand the calculation formula used by the school management.

UNILAG JAMB Cut Off Mark for all Courses

The school management has made a public notice that the official and accepted UNILAG JAMB cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session is 200.

Important Reality Check: UNILAG is one of the few universities that strictly adheres to the 200 benchmark for every course.

• The 200 Rule: Even if you want to study Yoruba or Fisheries, you must score at least 200. There is no “lower” cut-off.

• First Choice Rule: UNILAG does not accept candidates who chose them as a Second Choice. You must make them your First Choice to be invited for the Post-UTME.

• One Sitting Rule: Historically, UNILAG is known for requiring Five O’Level Credits in One Sitting for all courses. While this policy is occasionally reviewed, it is the standard gold rule you should prepare for.

This implies that all 2026 JAMB candidates who scored 200 and above and chose the University of Lagos as their First Choice are eligible to register for the Post UTME screening.

The UNILAG Aggregate Formula (50:30:20)

Unlike many schools that just look at your JAMB score, UNILAG uses a specific Aggregate Formula to determine admission. If you don’t calculate this, you won’t know your true standing.

The Formula:

Your total score is calculated over 100%:

1. JAMB Score (50%): Divide your JAMB score by 8. (e.g., 280 / 8 = 35 points)

2. O’Level Score (20%): Your WAEC/NECO grades are graded (A1=4.0, B2=3.6, B3=3.2, C4=2.8, C5=2.4, C6=2.0). The total for your 5 required subjects is calculated over 20.

3. Post-UTME Score (30%): The internal exam is scored over 30.

4. Total Aggregate: Add the three results together (JAMB + O’Level + Post-UTME).

This final aggregate is what determines if you get the course.

UNILAG Departmental Cut-off Mark

UNILAG releases specific departmental cut-off marks (Aggregate Scores) after the screening exams. Below are the estimated aggregate targets (out of 100%) you should aim for to be admitted on Merit.

College of Medicine

The most competitive college. Admission is practically impossible without a high aggregate.

| S/N | PROGRAMMES | TARGET AGGREGATE (%) |

| 1 | Medicine & Surgery | 84+ |

| 2 | Dentistry | 78+ |

| 3 | Nursing Science | 79+ |

| 4 | Medical Laboratory Science | 77+ |

| 5 | Physiotherapy | 76+ |

| 6 | Radiography | 76+ |

| 7 | Pharmacology | 74+ |

| 8 | Physiology | 72+ |

Faculty of Law

S/N	PROGRAMMES	TARGET AGGREGATE (%)
1	Law	78+

Faculty of Engineering

Engineering cut-offs are very high, often rivaling Medicine.

| S/N | PROGRAMMES | TARGET AGGREGATE (%) |

| 1 | Computer Engineering | 82+ |

| 2 | Mechanical Engineering | 81+ |

| 3 | Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 80+ |

| 4 | Systems Engineering | 79+ |

| 5 | Civil Engineering | 77+ |

| 6 | Chemical Engineering | 78+ |

| 7 | Petroleum & Gas Engineering | 75+ |

| 8 | Biomedical Engineering | 73+ |

Faculty of Science

S/N	PROGRAMMES	TARGET AGGREGATE (%)
1	Computer Science	82+
2	Microbiology	72+
3	Biochemistry	70+
4	Cell Biology & Genetics	72+
5	Geophysics	69+
6	Geology	71+
7	Industrial Mathematics	74+
8	Physics	66+

Faculty of Management Sciences

S/N	PROGRAMMES	TARGET AGGREGATE (%)
1	Accounting	77+
2	Finance	73+
3	Business Administration	71+
4	Economics	73+
5	Insurance	69+
6	Taxation	71+

Faculty of Arts

S/N	PROGRAMMES	TARGET AGGREGATE (%)
1	Mass Communication	74+
2	History & Strategic Studies	71+
3	English Language	68+
4	Creative Arts	69+
5	Chinese	69+
6	Linguistics	72+
7	French	60+
8	Philosophy	66+

Faculty of Social Sciences

S/N	PROGRAMMES	TARGET AGGREGATE (%)
1	Political Science	68+
2	Psychology	72+
3	Sociology	67+
4	Social Work	69+
5	Geography	56+

Faculty of Education

Generally accessible for aggregates between 55-65%.

| S/N | PROGRAMMES | TARGET AGGREGATE (%) |

| 1 | Education & English | 67+ |

| 2 | Education & Economics | 63+ |

| 3 | Educational Administration | 66+ |

| 4 | Guidance & Counselling | 63+ |

| 5 | Early Childhood Education | 65+ |

Important UNILAG Admission Tips for 2026/2027

To secure your admission into the University of Lagos, keep these critical points in mind:

1. Subject Combination: UNILAG is extremely strict with JAMB subject combinations. If you check the JAMB brochure and your combination is wrong, do not bother applying; you will be disqualified.

2. Age Limit: UNILAG strictly enforces the 16-year age limit. You must be 16 years old by October 31st of the admission year.

3. Catchment Policy: UNILAG considers candidates from Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo states as Catchment. If you are from these states, the aggregate required for you might be slightly lower than the Merit list.

Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions concerning the UNILAG Aggregate Calculator, Post-UTME format, or specific departmental requirements, as our support team is always on standby to attend to you.