The Osun State University (UNIOSUN) sets a general JAMB cut-off mark of 160 for most undergraduate courses in the 2026/2027 admission cycle, while a smaller group of highly competitive programmes, including Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, Law, and Common and Islamic Law, require a higher entry score of 200. Beyond this baseline JAMB requirement, each department also applies its own departmental cut-off, which reflects how competitive that specific course is once the Post-UTME screening scores come in. This article lays out the full picture: the general cut-off, how departmental cut-offs work, the actual figures for courses across UNIOSUN’s faculties, and how a candidate calculates where they stand.
Understanding What a Cut-Off Mark Means at UNIOSUN
A cut-off mark at UNIOSUN operates in two layers. The first layer is the university-wide JAMB cut-off, which is the minimum UTME score a candidate needs before the institution even considers their application for Post-UTME screening. A candidate who scores below this baseline cannot proceed to the next stage, regardless of how strong their O’level results are. The second layer is the departmental cut-off, which comes into play after screening and reflects the actual aggregate score that secures a candidate a spot in their specific course, once JAMB score, Post-UTME performance, and O’level grades are combined.
This two-tier system exists because JAMB itself sets a national minimum score (usually around 140) that any Nigerian university can use as its floor, but individual institutions are free to raise that floor based on their own admission policy and the level of competition for available spaces. UNIOSUN, like most state universities, raises its floor above the JAMB national minimum and then lets departmental competition determine the actual score needed for admission into any particular course.
The General JAMB Cut-Off Mark for UNIOSUN 2026/2027
For the 2026/2027 academic session, UNIOSUN maintains 160 as its general JAMB cut-off mark for the majority of its undergraduate programmes. This means any candidate who selects UNIOSUN as their first choice institution and scores 160 or above in the UTME becomes eligible to register for the university’s Post-UTME screening exercise. Scoring exactly 160 does not guarantee admission on its own; it only opens the door to the screening stage, after which the university ranks candidates by their combined aggregate score.
A smaller set of programmes carries a stricter entry requirement of 200. These are typically the most sought-after and resource-intensive courses in the university, where the number of applicants far exceeds available slots, and where the training itself demands a stronger academic foundation from the outset. Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, Law, and Common and Islamic Law fall into this higher bracket.
Departmental Cut-Off Marks Across UNIOSUN Faculties
Departmental cut-off marks vary from one course to another because each department reviews the pool of applicants who chose that course, alongside their aggregate scores, before setting the threshold used for that admission cycle. The figures below reflect the pattern UNIOSUN has followed in recent admission cycles and give prospective students a realistic sense of where each course typically sits.
Faculty of Health Sciences
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) | 200 | Low-to-mid 80s |
| Nursing Science | 200 | Mid-to-high 70s |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 160 | Low-to-mid 70s |
| Radiography | 160 | Mid-to-high 60s |
| Pharmacology | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Public Health | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Physiology | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Anatomy | 160 | High 50s to low 60s |
| Nutrition and Dietetics | 160 | High 50s |
Faculty of Law
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Law (LLB) | 200 | Mid-to-high 70s |
| Common and Islamic Law | 160 | Low-to-mid 70s |
| Criminology and Security Studies | 160 | Mid 60s |
| Peace and Conflict Studies | 160 | Mid 50s |
Faculty of Science
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 160 | Mid 60s |
| Cybersecurity | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Microbiology | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Biochemistry | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| Science Laboratory Technology | 160 | High 50s |
| Industrial Chemistry | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| Physics with Electronics | 160 | Mid 50s |
| Plant Biology | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Geology | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Mathematics | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Chemistry | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
Faculty of Engineering
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 160 | Mid 60s |
| Civil Engineering | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Chemical Engineering | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Electrical/Electronics Engineering | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Agricultural Engineering | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
Faculty of Management Sciences
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 160 | High 60s |
| Business Administration | 160 | Mid 60s |
| Economics | 160 | Mid 60s |
| Banking and Finance | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Industrial Relations and Personnel Management | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Marketing | 160 | High 50s |
| Public Administration | 160 | High 50s |
Faculty of Arts
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Linguistics and Communication Arts | 160 | Mid-to-high 60s |
| English and International Studies | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Philosophy | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| History and International Studies | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| Theatre Arts | 160 | Low-to-mid 60s |
| French and International Studies | 160 | High 50s to low 60s |
| Islamic Studies | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| Tourism Studies | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| Yoruba | 160 | Around 45 |
| Christian Religious Studies | 160 | Around 40 |
| Arabic Language and Literature | 160 | Around 40 |
Faculty of Agriculture
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Animal Science | 160 | Mid 50s |
| Agricultural Economics | 160 | Mid 50s |
| Agricultural Extension | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Agronomy | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Wildlife Management | 160 | Around 47 |
| Agricultural Forestry | 160 | Around 45 |
| Fisheries and Aquaculture | 160 | Around 45 |
Faculty of Education
| Course | JAMB Cut-Off | Typical Departmental Aggregate |
|---|---|---|
| Guidance and Counseling (Education) | 160 | High 50s |
| Political Science (Education) | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| English (Education) | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| Management (Education) | 160 | Mid-to-high 50s |
| Biology (Education) | 160 | Mid 50s |
| Economics (Education) | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Chemistry (Education) | 160 | Low-to-mid 50s |
| Physics (Education) | 160 | Mid 40s |
| Mathematics (Education) | 160 | Mid 40s |
| Computer Science (Education) | 160 | Low-to-mid 40s |
| Adult Education | 160 | Around 40 |
These figures move slightly from one admission cycle to the next, since departmental cut-offs depend on how many candidates apply for a course and how they perform overall in a given year. A candidate should treat the numbers above as a realistic guide for planning rather than a fixed permanent target, and should always confirm the exact departmental cut-off announced for the current cycle before making a final course decision.
How to Calculate Your UNIOSUN Aggregate Score
UNIOSUN combines a candidate’s JAMB score and Post-UTME screening score to arrive at an aggregate, and this aggregate is what departments actually use for ranking and final admission decisions. The calculation works as follows:
- Divide your JAMB UTME score by 8.
- Divide your Post-UTME screening score by 2.
- Add the two results together to get your aggregate score.
For example, a candidate with a JAMB score of 176 and a Post-UTME score of 70 calculates their aggregate this way: 176 divided by 8 equals 22, and 70 divided by 2 equals 35, giving a combined aggregate of 57. This aggregate is then compared against the departmental cut-off for the chosen course to determine whether admission is likely.
Requirements Beyond the Cut-Off Mark
Meeting the cut-off mark is only one part of gaining admission into UNIOSUN. Candidates also need to satisfy these conditions:
- At least five credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, from WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB, obtained in not more than two sittings.
- The correct JAMB subject combination for the chosen course.
- UNIOSUN selected as the first choice institution on the JAMB portal.
- A minimum age of 16 at the point of admission.
- For Direct Entry applicants, a minimum of upper credit (2.5 CGPA equivalent) from an accredited institution, or the required A-Level/NCE grades depending on the course.
Courses such as Medicine and Surgery additionally expect credit passes in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, and Mathematics, along with strong overall O’level grades, since competition for these slots is considerably higher than for most other departments. Law applicants similarly need a good grade in Government or History in addition to the standard credit requirements, and Engineering applicants need credits in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, with Technical Drawing considered an added advantage where available.
What Affects Whether You Meet a Departmental Cut-Off
Several factors determine whether a candidate’s score clears a specific departmental cut-off in any given year:
- Number of applicants for the course. Courses with higher demand, such as Nursing, Accounting, and Computer Science, naturally push their departmental cut-off higher than less competitive courses.
- Post-UTME screening performance. Since the aggregate blends JAMB and Post-UTME scores, a strong screening performance can compensate for a JAMB score close to the minimum.
- Catchment area and state of origin. UNIOSUN, like other state-owned universities, applies a slightly reduced cut-off for candidates from Osun State or designated catchment areas compared to candidates applying from outside that zone.
- Available admission slots. The number of seats a department can accommodate in a given session, which is influenced by staffing, facilities, and regulatory approval, also shapes how high or low that year’s cut-off settles.
FAQs
What is the general JAMB cut-off mark for UNIOSUN in 2026/2027?
The general cut-off mark is 160 for most courses, while Medicine and Surgery, Nursing Science, Law, and Common and Islamic Law require 200.
Does scoring 160 guarantee admission into UNIOSUN?
No. A score of 160 only qualifies a candidate for the Post-UTME screening exercise. Final admission depends on the aggregate score calculated from both JAMB and screening results, compared against the specific departmental cut-off.
Which course has the highest cut-off at UNIOSUN?
Medicine and Surgery consistently carries the highest departmental aggregate at UNIOSUN, followed closely by Nursing Science and Law, due to the volume of applications these courses receive each year.
Can a candidate from outside Osun State gain admission with a lower score?
Non-indigene and non-catchment candidates typically need a slightly higher aggregate than indigenes or catchment-area candidates for the same course, since catchment status carries a modest advantage in the ranking process.
Where can candidates confirm the exact departmental cut-off for a specific admission cycle?
The university publishes the confirmed cut-off marks through its official admissions channels once the Post-UTME screening exercise concludes for that session, and candidates should rely on that official confirmation rather than projections from earlier cycles.