If you’ve always been fascinated by animals, biology, and public health, then Veterinary Medicine might be your calling. It’s considered one of the most unique and scientifically demanding programs in Nigeria. While it may not attract the same volume of applicants as Medicine or Pharmacy, it requires strong academic performance, especially in science subjects, and in general, you are to meet its JAMB cut off mark.
What Is the JAMB Cut Off Mark for Veterinary Medicine 2026?
From our findings, it requires a score range between 200 and 270, depending on the institution, to score Veterinary Medicine. Federal universities typically set the bar higher, while some state universities offer slightly more flexibility. If you are considering a polytechnic or a college of education, you might easily get admitted.
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JAMB Cut Off Marks for Veterinary Medicine in Nigerian Institutions
| 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, Dutsin-Ma, 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 |
| Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara (FUGUS) | 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 |
| Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna (NDA) | 200 |
| Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (UNIZIK) | 200 |
| Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife (OAU) | 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) | 200 |
| Adamawa State University Mubi (ADSU) | 200 |
| Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (AAUA) | 200 |
| Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (AKSU) | 200 |
| Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (AAU) | 200 |
| Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (COOU) | 200 |
| Bauchi State University, Gadau (SAZUG) | 200 |
| Benue State University, Makurdi (BSU) | 200 |
| Yobe State University, Damaturu (YSU) | 200 |
| Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (UNICROSS) | 200 |
| Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) | 200 |
| Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki (EBSU) | 200 |
| Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 200 |
| Enugu State University of Science and Technology, Enugu (ESUT) | 200 |
| Gombe State University, Gombe (GSU) | 200 |
| Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai (IBBUL) | 200 |
| Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni (IAUE) | 200 |
| Imo State University, Owerri (IMSU) | 200 |
| Sule Lamido University, Kafin Hausa, Jigawa (SLU) | 200 |
| Kaduna State University, Kaduna (KASU) | 200 |
| Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil (KUST) | 200 |
| Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero (KSUSTA) | 200 |
| Prince Abubakar Audu University, Anyigba (PAAU) | 200 |
| Kwara State University, Ilorin (KWASU) | 200 |
| Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso (LAUTECH) | 200 |
| Ondo State University of Science and Technology, Okitipupa (OAUSTECH) | 200 |
| Rivers State University (RSUST) | 200 |
| Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye (OOU) | 200 |
| Lagos State University, Ojo (LASU) | 200 |
| Niger Delta University, Yenagoa (NDU) | 200 |
| Nasarawa State University Keffi (NSUK) | 200 |
| Plateau State University Bokkos (PLASU) | 200 |
| Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijebu Ode (TASUED) | 200 |
| Umar Musa Yar’ Adua University, Katsina (UMYU) | 200 |
| Osun State University, Osogbo (UNIOSUN) | 200 |
| Taraba State University, Jalingo (TASU) | 200 |
| Sokoto State University (SSU) | 200 |
| Yusuf Maitama Sule University Kano (YUMSUK) | 200 |
| Oyo State Technical University Ibadan (TECH-U) | 200 |
| Ondo State University of Medical Sciences (UNIMED) | 200 |
| Edo State University Uzairue (EDSU) | 200 |
| Kingsley Ozumba Mbadiwe University, Ogboko, Imo State (KOMU) | 200 |
| University of Africa Toru Orua, Bayelsa State (UAT) | 200 |
| Bornu State University, Maiduguri (BOSU) | 200 |
| Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta (MAPOLY) | 200 |
| Gombe State University of Science and Technology (GSUST) | 200 |
| Zamfara State University (ZAMSUT) | 200 |
| Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) | 200 |
| University of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, Umuagwo, Imo State (UAES) | 200 |
| Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi (CUSTECH) | 200 |
| University of Delta, Agbor (UNIDEL) | 200 |
| Delta University of Science and Technology, Ozoro (DSUST) | 200 |
| Dennis Osadebe University, Asaba (DOU) | 200 |
| Bamidele Olumilua University of Science and Technology, Ikere, Ekiti State (BOUESTI) | 200 |
| King David Umahi University of Medical Sciences, Uburu, Ebonyi State (KDUMS) | 200 |
| Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin (LASUED) | 200 |
| Lagos State University of Science and Technology, Ikorodu (LASPOTECH) | 200 |
Admission Requirements for Veterinary Medicine
Excluding the JAMB cut off mark, prospective students of Veterinary Medicine are to adhere to the following criteria as their admission requirements:
- Score at least 200 in JAMB (though higher scores are required in most top universities).
- Have five O’Level credits including English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Select the correct JAMB subject combination: English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Score well in the Post UTME or screening test, where applicable.
- Choose the institution as your first choice during JAMB registration.
How to Boost Your Admission Chances
Chances are 10/10 that you can boost your admission chances if you look forward to following the tips below:
- Aim for 250+ in JAMB if you’re applying to highly competitive institutions like UI or UNN.
- Focus on Biology and Chemistry; they carry significant weight in both JAMB and Post UTME.
- Start preparing early for the Post UTME using the official past questions of your preferred school.
- Make sure your O’Level results are uploaded to JAMB CAPS for consideration.
- Always monitor the admission updates from your target universities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the lowest JAMB score I can use to study Veterinary Medicine?
Some state universities may accept 200 to 220, but you’ll need a strong post UTME score to balance.
Which university is best for Veterinary Medicine in Nigeria?
Top schools include UI, ABU, UNN, and FUNAAB due to their facilities, research output, and faculty.
Can I study Veterinary Medicine with 180 in JAMB?
Unlikely, unless through a pre degree program or a remedial route. Most universities won’t accept less than 200.
How long is the Veterinary Medicine program in Nigeria?
The program typically lasts 6 years, including a compulsory internship.
Does Veterinary Medicine require Post UTME?
Yes, most universities require either Post UTME or screening.
What is the difference between Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science?
Veterinary Medicine trains professionals to diagnose and treat animals, while Animal Science focuses on livestock management and nutrition.
Is Veterinary Medicine a good career in Nigeria?
Yes, especially with the rise in animal health awareness, livestock production, and zoonotic disease control.
Can I specialize after my degree in Veterinary Medicine?
Yes. You can specialize in areas like surgery, pharmacology, parasitology, animal reproduction, or public health.
Do private universities offer Veterinary Medicine?
Currently, the course is mostly offered by federal and some state universities with specialized veterinary faculties.
What jobs can I do with a degree in Veterinary Medicine?
You can work in clinics, government animal health departments, food safety agencies, research, education, and agribusiness.
Last Updated on May 25, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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