The Digest:
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially set the cut-off mark for university admissions at 150 for the 2025/2026 academic session. This decision was made during the annual policy meeting on admissions held in Abuja, with key stakeholders in attendance.
Key Points:
- The new cut-off mark for universities is 150, while polytechnics, colleges of education, and colleges of nursing sciences have set their cut-off at 100, 100, and 140, respectively.
- JAMB’s decision comes as part of its annual meeting to set guidelines for the next academic session’s admissions process.
- The 150 cut-off for universities applies to all candidates seeking admission to Nigerian universities for the 2025/2026 academic year.
- The meeting also discussed the importance of fair admission processes and ensuring equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.
JAMB has set the minimum cut-off mark for university admissions at 150, with adjusted marks for polytechnics, colleges of education, and nursing schools. The decision aims to streamline the admissions process and promote fairness across Nigeria's tertiary institutions.
Sources: BusinessDay, Vanguard
