Anatomy is undoubtedly a competitive medical related course offered in various Nigerian universities. Securing admission for the 2026/2027 academic session to study the discipline requires candidates meeting the JAMB cut off mark set by their preferred institutions, as well as other admission requirements, including O’Level and more.
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Anatomy 2026
The general benchmark for Human Anatomy is 150 given by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board; the cut off mark differs for various universities, just as we have highlighted below:
| Federal Universities | 200 to 250 |
| State Universities | 180 to 220 |
| Private Universities | 160 to 200 |
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Post UTME and Admission Screening Process
The candidates’ scores are calculated based on an aggregate of the following:
- JAMB Score (50%)
- Post UTME Score (30%)
- O’Level Results (20%)
O’Level Requirements for Anatomy
For your O’Level results, you are to have a minimum of 5 credit passes in the following subjects, not exceeding 2 sittings:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
Universities Offering Anatomy in Nigeria 2026
| FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) | 200 |
| Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) | 200 |
| Bayero University, Kano (BUK) | 200 |
| Federal University Gashua, Yobe (FUGASHUA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) | 200 |
| Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | 200 |
| Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State (FUD) | 200 |
| Federal University, Dutsinma, Katsina (FUDMA) | 200 |
| Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State (FUKASHERE) | 200 |
| Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State (FULAFIA) | 200 |
| Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State (FULOKOJA) | 200 |
| Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu Alike, Ebonyi State (FUNAI) | 200 |
| Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa (FUOTUOKE) | 200 |
| Federal University, Oye Ekiti, Ekiti State (FUOYE) | 200 |
| Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI) | 200 |
| Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) | 200 |
| Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna (NDA) | 200 |
| Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike (MOUAU) | 200 |
| Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH) | 200 |
| National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos (NOUN) | 200 |
| Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (NPA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo, Benue State (FUHSO) | 200 |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) | 200 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo, Benue State (FUHSO) | 200 |
| University of Abuja, Gwagwalada (UNIABUJA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) | 200 |
| University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM) | 200 |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 200 |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 200 |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 200 |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 200 |
| University of Jos (UNIJOS) | 200 |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 200 |
| University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) | 200 |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 200 |
| University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) | 200 |
| University of Uyo (UNIUYO) | 200 |
| Usumanu Danfodiyo University (UDUSOK) | 200 |
| Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State (NMU) | 200 |
| Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) | 200 |
| Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) | 200 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo Benue State (FUHSO) | 200 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State (FUAZ) | 200 |
| Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State (FUTB) | 200 |
| Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State (FUTIA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State (FUHSA) | 200 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State (FUHSI) | 200 |
| STATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) | 180 |
| Adamawa State University Mubi (ADSU) | 180 |
| Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (AAUA) | 180 |
| Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (AKSU) | 180 |
| Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) | 180 |
| Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (COOU) | 180 |
| Bauchi State University, Gadau (SAZUG) | 180 |
| Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU) | 180 |
| Yobe State University, Damaturu (YSU) | 180 |
| Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (UNICROSS) | 180 |
| Gombe State University, Gombe (GSU) | 180 |
| Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU) | 180 |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 180 |
| Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) | 180 |
| Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni (IAUE) | 180 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 180 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba (PAAU) | 180 |
| Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) | 180 |
| Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa (SLU) | 180 |
| Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU) | 180 |
| Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) | 180 |
| Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) | 180 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 180 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 180 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 180 |
| Niger Delta University, Yenagoa (NDU) | 180 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 180 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 180 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 180 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University, Katsina (UMYU) | 180 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 180 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 180 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 180 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 180 |
| Osun State University, Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 180 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 180 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 180 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 180 |
| Oyo State Technical University, Ibadan (TECH-U) | 180 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 180 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 180 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 180 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 180 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 180 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 180 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 180 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 180 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 180 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 180 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 180 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 180 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 180 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 180 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 180 |
| King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State (KDUMS) | 180 |
| Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin (LASUED) | 180 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 180 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the general JAMB cut off mark for Anatomy?
The cut off mark ranges from 180 to 250, depending on the university.
Which universities have the highest cut off marks for Anatomy?
Top universities like UI, UNILAG, and ABU set their cut off marks above 200.
Can I gain admission with a JAMB score of 170?
Yes, but options may be limited to private and some state universities.
Is Post UTME required for Anatomy?
Yes, most universities conduct Post UTME screenings for admission.
What O’Level subjects are required?
English, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Can I apply through Direct Entry (DE)?
Yes, candidates with A'Level, OND, HND, IJMB, or JUPEB can apply.
How can I improve my admission chances?
Scoring high in JAMB, Post UTME, and having strong O’Level results enhances admission prospects.
Is Anatomy a competitive course?
Yes, it is competitive, especially in top universities.
Can I combine WAEC and NECO results?
Yes, most institutions accept combined results.
What are the career prospects for Anatomy graduates?
Graduates can work in medical research, forensic science, academic institutions, and health industries.
Last Updated on May 29, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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