Official KOMU (formerly Eastern Palm University) Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027

Official KOMU Cut-Off Marks for 2026/2027: This article provides you with everything you need to know about Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University (KOMU), Ogboko—formerly known as Eastern Palm University (EPU)—for the 2026/2027 academic session. Whether you are still searching with the old name or are already updated, this guide covers the official cut-off marks, the name change reality, and the specific admission requirements for this Imo State-owned institution.

Is it Eastern Palm University or KOMU?

Before we look at the numbers, let’s clear the confusion. The university formerly known as Eastern Palm University (EPU) has been officially renamed Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University (KOMU) by the Imo State Government.

• Why this matters: When you go to the JAMB portal to check for admission or change your institution, you will NOT find “Eastern Palm University.” You must search for Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University.

KOMU Cut Off Mark 2026/2027

If you are aiming for KOMU for the 2026/2027 academic session, you are choosing a university located in Ogboko, Ideato South LGA of Imo State. Since it transitioned to a fully state-owned university, admission has become more competitive, especially for professional courses. Below are the admission stats for the upcoming 2026/2027 academic year.

JAMB Cut Off Mark for All Courses

The school management has officially set the KOMU JAMB cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session at 150.

Important Reality Check:

• The 150 Benchmark: This is the general eligibility score. If you scored 150, you are eligible to register for screening for most courses in the Faculties of Arts, Science, Social & Management Sciences, and Environmental Sciences.

• The “Professional” Exception: For highly competitive courses like Medicine & Surgery, Law, and Nursing Science, the official cut-off is significantly higher. A score of 150 will not qualify you for these departments.

• First Choice Policy: KOMU generally requires you to choose them as your First Choice in JAMB. If they are your Second Choice, you will likely be required to do a Change of Institution on JAMB CAPS to be considered.

KOMU Departmental Cut-off Mark Targets

Admission into KOMU involves meeting specific departmental minimums. The university has released specific “minimum admissible scores” for its professional programmes. Below are the Official Minimums and the Safe JAMB Scores you should aim for.

College of Medicine & Health Sciences

This is the most competitive college. Admission here is strictly by merit.

S/N	PROGRAMMES	OFFICIAL MINIMUM	SAFE TARGET SCORE
1	Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)	210	230+
2	Nursing Science	205	220+
3	Medical Laboratory Science	150	180+
4	Public Health	150	160+
5	Environmental Health Science	150	160+

Faculty of Law

KOMU Law Faculty is growing rapidly in reputation.

S/N	PROGRAMMES	OFFICIAL MINIMUM	SAFE TARGET SCORE
1	Law (LL.B)	200	220+

Faculty of Science

• Official Minimum: 150

• Courses: Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Animal & Environmental Biology, etc.

• Safe Target: 150 – 170 (Computer Science candidates should aim for 170+).

Faculty of Social & Management Sciences

• Official Minimum: 150

• Courses: Accounting, Banking & Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Entrepreneurship.

• Safe Target: 150 – 160.

Faculty of Arts / Environmental Sciences

• Official Minimum: 150

• Courses: English & Literary Studies, History & International Studies, Linguistics, Architecture, Estate Management.

• Safe Target: 150.

KOMU School Fees 2026/2027 (Estimate)

Since the takeover by the Imo State Government, the fee structure has been stabilized to reflect a public state university standard, though it remains slightly higher than older state universities.

Estimated Fee Schedule for Freshers (100 Level):

• Indigenes of Imo State: ~₦70,000 – ₦90,000 (Subsidized).

• Non-Indigenes: ~₦120,000 – ₦150,000.

• Medicine/Nursing/Law: Fees for these courses are typically higher, ranging from ₦200,000 to ₦300,000+, depending on clinical levies.

• Acceptance Fee: ~₦20,000 – ₦30,000 (Non-refundable).

Does KOMU Write Post UTME Exams?

Usually, No. KOMU typically uses an Online Screening Method.

1. Registration: You visit the portal (komu.edu.ng) and register for the screening.

2. Upload Credentials: You upload your O’Level Result (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) and JAMB details.

3. Grading: The admission office evaluates your credentials. If you have the required Credits (including English and Maths) and meet the JAMB cut-off, you are admitted.

4. Physical Verification: Once admitted, you will be invited to the Ogboko campus for physical verification of your original documents.

Important Admission Tips

1. Correct Name on CAPS: Ensure you are applying to Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University on JAMB CAPS. If you are looking for “Eastern Palm,” you won’t find it.

2. Change of Course: If you applied for Medicine with a score of 180, you will not be admitted. However, KOMU often allows you to switch to Public Health or Microbiology where your score is valid.

3. O’Level Upload: You MUST upload your O’Level results to JAMB CAPS. KOMU cannot admit any candidate with “Awaiting Result” status on CAPS once the admission list is compiled.