UI Departmental Cut-off Marks For 2025/2026 Session

The University of Ibadan has recently released the departmental cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 academic session, providing prospective students with valuable information for their admission considerations. In this blog post, we’ll explore the cut-off marks for various faculties and programs, helping candidates make informed decisions about their academic future.

About UI Departmental Cut-off Marks

Faculty of Agriculture:

1. Agric. Economics: Merit – 55.0 | Catch – 55.0 | ELDS – 55.0
2. Agric. Extension and Rural Devel.: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
3. Crop Protection and Horticultural Sciences: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
4. Soil Resources Management: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
5. Animal Science: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0

Faculty of Arts:

1. Anthropology: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
2. Arabic Language and Literature: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
3. Archaeology: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
4. Classical Studies: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
5. Communication and Language Arts: Merit – 63.75 | Catch – 63.75 | ELDS – 58.375

Faculty of College of Medicine:

1. Biochemistry: Merit – 61.5 | Catch – 61.5 | ELDS – 55.5
2. Dentistry: Merit – 72.875 | Catch – 72.875 | ELDS – 72.875
3. Environmental Health Science: Merit – 50.375 | Catch – 50.375 | ELDS – 50.375
4. Human Nutrition and Dietetics: Merit – 57.75 | Catch – 57.75 | ELDS – 57.375
5. Medical Laboratory Science: Merit – 67.125 | Catch – 67.125 | ELDS – 61.625

Faculty of Economics & Management Science:

1. Economics: Merit – 60.0 | Catch – 60.0 | ELDS – 59.25
2. Accounting: Merit – 51.5 | Catch – 51.5 | ELDS – 51.5
3. Banking and Finance: Merit – 55.0 | Catch – 55.0 | ELDS – 55.0
4. Marketing and Consumer Studies: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0

Faculty of Education:

1. Adult Education: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
2. Business Education: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
3. Early Childhood Education: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0
4. Education and Arabic Studies: Merit – 53.0 | Catch – 53.0 | ELDS – 53.0
5. Education and Biology: Merit – 50.0 | Catch – 50.0 | ELDS – 50.0

FAQs

What are the departmental cut-off marks for UI 2025/2026 session?

The University of Ibadan (UI) departmental cut-off marks for the 2025/2026 session vary by course and are determined by a combination of UTME and post-UTME performance. While the official list is yet to be released, candidates should expect competitive cut-offs such as:

• Medicine and Surgery – 78% and above

• Law – 72% and above

• Nursing – 70% and above

• Computer Science – 68% and above

• Economics – 65% and above

Students are advised to regularly check the official UI admissions portal for updates once the cut-off marks are officially published.

How is the UI departmental cut-off mark calculated?

UI uses a 50:50 weighting system to calculate the aggregate score:

• UTME score is divided by 8

• Post-UTME score is divided by 2

• The sum of both gives the final aggregate.

For example, a candidate who scores 280 in UTME and 70 in Post-UTME will have an aggregate of:

(280 ÷ 8) + (70 ÷ 2) = 35 + 35 = 70

This aggregate is then compared against the departmental cut-off mark for admission consideration.

Can I be admitted into UI if I meet the general cut-off but not the departmental cut-off?

No, meeting the general UI cut-off (typically 200 in UTME) only qualifies you to write the post-UTME. To gain admission, you must meet or exceed the departmental cut-off mark for your chosen course. If you fail to meet it, you may either be considered for a less competitive course (if available) or not offered admission.

Conclusion

Prospective students are encouraged to carefully review the departmental cut-off marks to determine their eligibility for admission into the University of Ibadan for the 2025/2026 academic session. For those whose scores fall below the released marks, alternative options include seeking admission in affiliated institutions or exploring the University of Ibadan Distance Learning Center. Make informed decisions to shape your academic journey effectively.