Forestry and Wildlife Management is an important discipline for environmental conservation and natural resource management. Candidates seeking admission into Nigerian universities for the 2026/2027 academic session must meet the required JAMB cut off mark to be eligible for admission, and the cut off mark has been detailed here.
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Forestry and Wildlife Management 2026
Just like any other discipline, the JAMB UTME cut off mark for Forestry and Wildlife Management varies depending on the institution type. For federal universities, the minimum cut off mark is 180, state universities have theirs at 160, and private universities have theirs at 150. Overall, the required cut off mark for the discipline is 200 if you are to consider yourself on the safer side.
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O’Level Requirements for Forestry and Wildlife Management
You should have a minimum of 5 credits in your SSCE, not exceeding two sittings, in the following subjects:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology/Agricultural Science
- Chemistry
- Physics or Geography
Universities Offering Forestry and Wildlife Management in Nigeria 2026
| 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 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 140 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 140 |
| Gombe State University, Gombe (GSU) | 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 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 140 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 140 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 140 |
| Niger Delta University, Yenagoa (NDU) | 140 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 140 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 140 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 140 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University,y Anyigba (PAAU) | 140 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 140 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 140 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University, Katsina (UMYU) | 140 |
| Osun State University, Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 140 |
| Oyo State Technical University, Ibadan (TECH-U) | 140 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 140 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 140 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 140 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 140 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 140 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 140 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 140 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 140 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 140 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 140 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 140 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 140 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 140 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 140 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 140 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 140 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 140 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 140 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JAMB cut off mark for Forestry and Wildlife Management?
The general cut off mark ranges from 150 to 220, depending on the university.
Which universities require the highest JAMB score for Forestry and Wildlife Management?
Federal universities like UI, ABU, and FUNAAB may require scores above 180.
Can I gain admission with a JAMB score of 160?
Yes, but your options may be limited to state and private universities.
Is Post UTME required for Forestry and Wildlife Management?
Yes, most universities conduct Post UTME screenings as part of the admission process.
What are the required O’Level subjects?
Candidates need credits in English, Mathematics, Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, and Physics/Geography.
Can I apply through Direct Entry (DE)?
Yes, applicants with A Level, OND, HND, JUPEB, or IJMB qualifications can apply.
How can I improve my chances of admission?
Scoring high in JAMB, Post UTME, and having good O’Level results increases your chances.
Is Forestry and Wildlife Management a competitive course?
It is moderately competitive, particularly in federal universities.
Can I combine WAEC and NECO results?
Yes, most universities accept combined results.
What are the career opportunities for Forestry and Wildlife Management graduates?
Graduates can work in environmental conservation, wildlife protection, forestry services, research, and governmental agencies.
Last Updated on February 16, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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