Have you completed registration for the 2025 UTME selecting Health and Safety Education as the discipline you want to further? If that is the case, now might quite be the right time to know about the JAMB cut-off mark for the course as the information has been completely disclosed here for you.
General JAMB Cut-Off Marks for 2025/2026
It is not anything new that the general cut-off mark is decided by JAMB annually, and of such, the following cut-off mark or benchmark has been decided for the 2025/2026 academic session:
Universities | 140 |
Polytechnics | 100 |
Colleges of Education | 100 |
However, these are just the general cut-offs. Individual universities set higher cut-off marks for their available programs which includes Health and Safety Education.
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Institutions Offering Health and Safety Education & Their Cut-Off Marks
Preparation for 2025/2026 admission procedures are on the way making several institutions decide on their cut-off mark for Health and Safety Education:
FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
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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 |
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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 |
Note: Adjustments of cut-off marks is done depending on the competition for the course and overall performance in JAMB.
Admission Requirements for Health and Safety Education
Apart from meeting the JAMB cut-off mark, candidates must fulfill other admission requirements, which include:
1. O’Level (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) Requirements
To be eligible for admission, you must have at least five (5) credits, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Biology or Health Science
- Chemistry or Physics
- Any other relevant subject
2. JAMB Subject Combination
For Health and Safety Education, the required subjects are:
- English Language
- Biology
- Chemistry or Physics
- Any other relevant science subject
3. Post-UTME or Screening Exercise
Some universities conduct Post-UTME exams or screening exercises after JAMB. This may include an aptitude test, oral interview, or document verification which you must pass to be considered suitable.
4. Direct Entry (DE) Option
Lastly, candidates with NCE, ND, or IJMB in relevant health or safety-related courses may apply for Direct Entry admission, skipping the JAMB UTME process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lowest JAMB score that can be accepted for Health and Safety Education?
The minimum JAMB score is 140, but competitive universities require 170–200 and above.
Does every university conduct Post-UTME for Health and Safety Education?
Not all universities. Some admit students based on their JAMB and O’Level results, while others conduct Post-UTME screening.
Can I apply for this course with a JAMB score of 140?
Yes, but only in universities that accept 140 as their cut-off mark.
What if I don’t have a credit in Mathematics?
Some universities may accept a pass in Mathematics, but most require at least a credit.
Can I change my course to Health and Safety Education after writing JAMB?
Yes! If you meet the subject combination requirements, you can apply for a JAMB Change of Course/Institution.
What career opportunities are available for graduates of this course?
Career paths include Health Educator, Safety Officer, Environmental Health Specialist, Public Health Consultant, or Occupational Health Expert.
Are there polytechnics offering Health and Safety Education?
No, this course is primarily available in universities and colleges of education.
Does my state of origin affect my admission chances?
Yes, some universities lower their cut-off marks for candidates from their catchment areas.
Where can I check the latest cut-off marks?
Always visit JAMB’s official website and your university’s admission portal for updates.
What should I do if I don’t meet the cut-off mark?
Options include: Applying to a university with a lower cut-off mark. Changing your course to a less competitive program. Retaking JAMB next year for a better score
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