Do you have a Nigerian tertiary institution in mind which you plan on studying Computer Education there starting from 2026/2027 academic cycle? If so, then we are delighted to inform you that the intended purpose we are here is to help you understand the JAMB cut-off mark for this discipline and also walk you through the admission procedures.
What is JAMB Cut-Off Mark?
First of all, let’s understand what a JAMB cut-off mark is. JAMB cut-off mark is the minimum score set by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and individual universities for admission into various courses. For Computer Education, the cut-off mark varies depending on the institution, but there is a general benchmark set by JAMB which you must meet to be eligible to apply for admission.
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General JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Computer Education
For the 2026/2027 academic session, the general JAMB cut-off mark for Computer Education is 140 given that a candidate is applying for the admission into a university, and 100 for the rest of the institutions (polytechnics, colleges of education, etc).
Institution-Specific Cut-Off Marks for Computer Education 2026
Institutions where you can study Computer Education in Nigeria are as follows including their cut-off mark requirements:
| FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (ATBU) | 140 |
| Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (ABU) | 140 |
| Bayero University, Kano (BUK) | 140 |
| Federal University Gashua, Yobe (FUGASHUA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (FUPRE) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Minna (FUTMINNA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | 140 |
| Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State (FUD) | 140 |
| Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina (FUDMA) | 140 |
| Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State (FUKASHERE) | 140 |
| Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State (FULAFIA) | 140 |
| Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State (FULOKOJA) | 140 |
| Alex Ekwueme University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State (FUNAI) | 140 |
| Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa (FUOTUOKE) | 140 |
| Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State (FUOYE) | 140 |
| Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State (FUWUKARI) | 140 |
| Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FUBK) | 140 |
| Federal University, Gusau Zamfara (FUGUS) | 140 |
| Michael Okpara University of Agricultural Umudike (MOUAU) | 140 |
| Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola (MAUTECH) | 140 |
| National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos (NOUN) | 140 |
| Nigeria Police Academy Wudil (NPA) | 140 |
| Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna (NDA) | 140 |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) | 140 |
| Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) | 140 |
| University of Abuja, Gwagwalada (UNIABUJA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) | 140 |
| University of Agriculture, Makurdi (FUAM) | 140 |
| University of Benin (UNIBEN) | 140 |
| University of Calabar (UNICAL) | 140 |
| University of Ibadan (UI) | 140 |
| University of Ilorin (UNILORIN) | 140 |
| University of Jos (UNIJOS) | 140 |
| University of Lagos (UNILAG) | 140 |
| University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) | 140 |
| University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 140 |
| University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT) | 140 |
| University of Uyo (UNIUYO) | 140 |
| Usumanu Danfodiyo University (UDUSOK) | 140 |
| Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko, Delta State (NMU) | 140 |
| Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna (AFIT) | 140 |
| Nigerian Army University Biu (NAUB) | 140 |
| Federal University of Health Technology, Otukpo Benue State (FUHSO) | 140 |
| Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State (FUAZ) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Babura, Jigawa State (FUTB) | 140 |
| Federal University of Technology, Ikot Abasi, Akwa Ibom State (FUTIA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State (FUHSA) | 140 |
| Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State (FUHSI) | 140 |
| STATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
|---|---|
| Abia State University, Uturu (ABSU) | 140 |
| Adamawa State University Mubi (ADSU) | 140 |
| Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (AAUA) | 140 |
| Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (AKSU) | 140 |
| Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) | 140 |
| Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (COOU) | 140 |
| Bauchi State University, Gadau (SAZUG) | 140 |
| Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU) | 140 |
| Yobe State University, Damaturu (YSU) | 140 |
| Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (UNICROSS) | 140 |
| Delta State University Abraka (DELSU) | 140 |
| Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU) | 140 |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 140 |
| Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) | 140 |
| Gombe State Univeristy, Gombe (GSU) | 140 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 140 |
| Ignatius Ajuru University of Education,Rumuolumeni (IAUE) | 140 |
| Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) | 140 |
| Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa (SLU) | 140 |
| Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU) | 140 |
| Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) | 140 |
| Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) | 140 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University Anyigba (PAAU) | 140 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 140 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 140 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 140 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 140 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 140 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 140 |
| Niger Delta University Yenagoa (NDU) | 140 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 140 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 140 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 140 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University Katsina (UMYU) | 140 |
| Osun State University Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 140 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 140 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 140 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 140 |
| Oyo State Technical University Ibadan (TECH-U) | 140 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 140 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 140 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 140 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 140 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 140 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 140 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 140 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 140 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 140 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 140 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 140 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 140 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 140 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 140 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 140 |
| King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State (KDUMS) | 140 |
| Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin (LASUED) | 140 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 140 |
Tips to Get the JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Computer Education
| Start Early | Beginning preparation as soon as possible will help you cover the syllabus thoroughly. |
| Use Past Questions | When studying, use JAMB past questions to know what the exam format seem to be. |
| Focus on Key Subjects | For Computer Education, your subject combination includes English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any other science or social science subject. |
| Attend Tutorials | Partake in online classes for guidance as well as tutorial classes near you. |
| Stay Consistent | Continue with your study over and over again. |
What Happens After Meeting the Cut-Off Mark?
Once you have met the cut-off mark for the course, you are now to consider taking on the next step which includes:
| Post-UTME Screening | Take your time preparing for the post-UTME test which is conduct by most institutions |
| O’Level Requirements | You must be in possession of at least 5 credits in relevant subjects, including English and Mathematics. |
| Admission List | Next is to see your name appear on the admission list if you meet all possible requirements. |
Career Opportunities in Computer Education
Here are some of the career opportunities to venture into as a graduate of Computer Education:
| Software Developer | Design and develop software applications for various industries. |
| IT Consultant | Provide expert advice on IT solutions and strategies. |
| Educational Technologist | Integrate technology into educational curricula and training programs. |
| Data Analyst | Analyze and interpret complex data to help organizations make informed decisions. |
| Entrepreneur | Start your own IT training center or tech-based business. |
| Computer Teacher | Teach computer science and related subjects in secondary schools or higher institutions. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the general JAMB cut-off mark for Computer Education?
The general cut-off mark is 160, but some universities may require higher scores.
Can I be admitted with a score below 160?
It’s unlikely for most universities, but some private institutions may accept lower scores.
Does JAMB cut-off mark change every year?
Yes, it can change, so always check the latest updates.
What if I don’t meet the cut-off mark?
You can consider other courses with lower cut-off marks or rewrite JAMB the following year.
Which universities have the highest cut-off marks for Computer Education?
Universities like UNILAG and UI often have cut-off marks of 200.
Do private universities have lower cut-off marks?
Yes, private universities like Babcock and Covenant often have cut-off marks as low as 140.
What subjects are important for Computer Education in JAMB?
English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and any other science or social science subject.
Is post-UTME compulsory for admission?
Yes, most universities require post-UTME screening after meeting the JAMB cut-off mark.
Can I change my course if I don’t meet the cut-off mark for Computer Education?
Yes, you can change to a course with a lower cut-off mark during the JAMB regularization process.
How can I check my chosen institution’s cut-off mark?
Visit the official website of the institution or check JAMB’s portal for updates.
Last Updated on October 30, 2025 by Ola Funmilayo
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