The University of Ibadan (UI) has officially published the departmental cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session. The release ends weeks of anticipation among applicants seeking admission into Nigeria’s oldest and most prestigious university. As expected, Medicine and Surgery remains the most competitive course, recording the highest merit cut-off at 78.875 points. Other courses such as Nursing, Law, Engineering, and Accounting also posted high benchmarks, reflecting strong demand.
Top 20 UI Courses and Cut-Off Marks 2025/2026
The table below highlights the merit cut-off marks for the 20 most competitive courses at the University of Ibadan.
Admission Process Beyond Cut-Offs
While meeting the departmental cut-off mark is a prerequisite, UI clarified that Post-UTME scores, availability of slots, and catchment area considerations will also determine final admission. In addition, candidates from Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS) may benefit from slightly lower cut-offs in select programmes.
Reactions from Candidates and Parents
The announcement has been met with relief by students, parents, and guardians after weeks of speculation. For many aspirants, the cut-off list signals the final stretch in the admission race, particularly in highly sought-after courses such as Medicine, Nursing, Law, and Engineering. With competition expected to intensify, applicants are now preparing for the next stages of the admission process as the university begins final selections.
