Do you want to become a linguist, translator, educator, or work in religious or cultural organizations? Studying Arabic in a Nigerian university opens the door to a world of opportunity. The way to achieve this is through understanding and meeting the JAMB cut off mark alongside other admission requirements.
General JAMB Cut Off Mark for Arabic 2026
The official cut off mark for Arabic varies by institution, but typically falls between 150 and 200. Some universities, particularly federal institutions, may require higher scores, while several state and private universities may accept lower scores.
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Cut Off Marks for Arabic in Nigerian Institutions
| FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) | 150 |
| Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) | 150 |
| Bayero University, Kano (BUK) | 150 |
| Federal University Gashua, Yobe (FUGASHUA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | 150 |
| Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State (FUD) | 150 |
| Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina (FUDMA) | 150 |
| Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State (FUKASHERE) | 150 |
| Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State (FULAFIA) | 150 |
| Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State (FULOKOJA) | 150 |
| Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State (FUNAI) | 150 |
| Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa (FUOTUOKE) | 150 |
| Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State (FUOYE) | 150 |
| Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI) | 150 |
| Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) | 150 |
| Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara (FUGUS) | 150 |
| Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike (MOUAU) | 150 |
| Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH) | 150 |
| National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos (NOUN) | 150 |
| Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (NPA) | 150 |
| Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna (NDA) | 150 |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) | 150 |
| Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) | 150 |
| University of Abuja, Gwagwalada (UNIABUJA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) | 150 |
| University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM) | 150 |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 150 |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 150 |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 150 |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 150 |
| University of Jos (UNIJOS) | 150 |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 150 |
| University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) | 150 |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 150 |
| University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) | 150 |
| University of Uyo (UNIUYO) | 150 |
| Usumanu Danfodiyo University (UDUSOK) | 150 |
| Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State (NMU) | 150 |
| Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) | 150 |
| Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) | 150 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo, Benue State (FUHSO) | 150 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State (FUAZ) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State (FUTB) | 150 |
| Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State (FUTIA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State (FUHSA) | 150 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State (FUHSI) | 150 |
| STATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) | 150 |
| Adamawa State University Mubi (ADSU) | 150 |
| Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (AAUA) | 150 |
| Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (AKSU) | 150 |
| Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) | 150 |
| Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (COOU) | 150 |
| Bauchi State University, Gadau (SAZUG) | 150 |
| Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU) | 150 |
| Yobe State University, Damaturu (YSU) | 150 |
| Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (UNICROSS) | 150 |
| Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) | 150 |
| Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU) | 150 |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 150 |
| Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) | 150 |
| Gombe State University, Gombe (GSU) | 150 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 150 |
| Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni (IAUE) | 150 |
| Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) | 150 |
| Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa (SLU) | 150 |
| Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU) | 150 |
| Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) | 150 |
| Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) | 150 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba (PAAU) | 150 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 150 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 150 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 150 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 150 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 150 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 150 |
| Niger Delta University, Yenagoa (NDU) | 150 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 150 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 150 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 150 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University, Katsina (UMYU) | 150 |
| Osun State University, Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 150 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 150 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 150 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 150 |
| Oyo State Technical University Ibadan (TECH-U) | 150 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 150 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 150 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 150 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 150 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 150 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 150 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 150 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 150 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 150 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 150 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 150 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 150 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 150 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 150 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 150 |
| King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State (KDUMS) | 150 |
| Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin (LASUED) | 150 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 150 |
Admission Requirements for Arabic
To be eligible to study Arabic in a Nigerian university, candidates must:
- Obtain a minimum JAMB score of 150 (higher scores improve chances).
- Have at least five O’Level credit passes, including English Language, Arabic or Islamic Studies, and three other relevant subjects.
- Use the correct JAMB subject combination, which usually includes: English Language, Arabic, and two other Arts or Social Science subjects.
- Perform well in the Post UTME or screening test conducted by the university.
- Choose the institution as your first choice during JAMB registration.
How to Increase Your Admission Chances
You can increase your admission if you:
- Score above 150 in JAMB to qualify for more options, especially federal universities.
- Understand your target school’s Post UTME format and prepare accordingly.
- Use a balanced subject combination, Arabic, English, and other arts/social science subjects.
- Upload your correct O’Level results on JAMB CAPS.
- Consider both federal and state universities during the change of institution window if needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum JAMB score required to study Arabic?
Most universities accept scores starting from 150, but some federal universities require 190 or above.
Can I study Arabic with a JAMB score of 170?
Yes, especially in state universities and private institutions.
Which university is best for studying Arabic in Nigeria?
Top options include UNILORIN, ABU, BUK, and UDUSOK due to their strong Arabic and Islamic Studies departments.
Is Arabic a competitive course?
It is not highly competitive, but performance in Post UTME and O’Level results still matter.
Can I combine Islamic Studies with Arabic in my subject choices?
Yes, many universities accept Islamic Studies alongside Arabic and English for admission.
Does studying Arabic limit my career options?
No. Graduates can work in education, translation, foreign affairs, religious organizations, media, and research.
How long is the Arabic degree program in Nigeria?
It typically lasts 4 years, resulting in a B.A. in Arabic.
Is Arabic offered in all universities?
No, only selected federal, state, and private universities offer Arabic as a full program.
Can I use NABTEB or NECO to apply for Arabic?
Yes, as long as the subjects meet the university's requirements and the results are accepted by JAMB.
Does Arabic require Post UTME?
Most universities conduct Post UTME or screening, although some may use JAMB and O’Level results directly.
Last Updated on May 21, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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