Do you have a passion for working on self driving cars, drones, robotics, and industrial automation? If that is a yes, here is a guide to help you kick start a new career in Mechatronics Engineering. But before you begin your journey into this exciting field, you need to meet its cut off mark and gain admission through JAMB.
General JAMB Cut Off Mark for Mechatronics Engineering
The official minimum JAMB score required to apply for Mechatronics Engineering is 180. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board sets a score of 150 for universities and 100 for polytechnics and colleges of education. However, you will be expected to score more than that to be on the safe side.
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Institutions Offering Mechatronics Engineering and Their Expected Cut Off Marks 2026
| 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 |
UTME & Admission Requirements for Mechatronics Engineering
O’Level Subjects Required
You need five credit passes in not more than two SSCE sittings in the following subjects:
- Mathematics
- English Language
- Physics
- Chemistry
- One other relevant subject (e.g., Further Mathematics, Technical Drawing, or Biology)
UTME Subject Combination
- English Language (Compulsory)
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
Eligibility Criteria for Direct Entry Admission
Direct Entry applicants are to possess any of the following qualifications to be eligible:
- At least two A’Level passes in Physics and Mathematics
- ND, HND, or BSc in related fields with good grades
How to Boost Your Admission Chances
Adhering to the steps below, you can increase your chances of being admitted:
- Score highly in JAMB and Post UTME.
- Choose realistic universities based on your score.
- Focus on getting strong O’Level results.
- Use the correct UTME subject combination.
- Apply early and monitor university admission portals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Nigerian universities are best for Mechatronics Engineering?
FUTMINNA, FUOYE, and BUK are among the best public institutions for this course. Covenant and Afe Babalola are strong options in the private sector.
Is Mechatronics Engineering competitive in Nigeria?
Yes. It’s still offered in a limited number of schools, and interest is rising due to its global relevance.
What is the duration of the course?
The course typically lasts 5 years, including one year of industrial training.
Is Post UTME compulsory for admission?
Most universities require Post UTME or screening, although formats and scoring vary.
What career paths are available to Mechatronics graduates?
You can work in automation, robotics, AI, manufacturing, automotive engineering, and control systems.
Can I switch to Mechatronics from Mechanical Engineering later?
Yes, in some universities, depending on your performance and departmental policies.
Are there scholarships available for Mechatronics students?
Yes. Some federal and private universities offer merit based or need based scholarships.
What are my chances if I score 200 in JAMB?
Fair. You’ll need to perform well in Post UTME and choose less competitive institutions.
Does Mechatronics Engineering involve coding?
Yes, to some extent. Programming is essential for robotics, automation, and control systems.
Last Updated on July 6, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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