Are you seeking admission into the Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) for the 2025/2026 academic session? This comprehensive guide covers the JAMB cut off marks, departmental requirements, and Direct Entry (DE) benchmarks you need to meet for successful admission.
Key Information
- Institution: Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA)
- Academic Session: 2025/2026
- Location: Lafia, Nasarawa State, Nigeria
- Established: 2011
- Accreditation: National Universities Commission (NUC)
- Admission Mode: UTME, Post-UTME, and Direct Entry
Overview of FULAFIA
The Federal University of Lafia (FULAFIA) is one of Nigeria’s newer federal institutions, offering quality education across undergraduate and postgraduate levels. With well-equipped facilities and competitive academic programs, FULAFIA attracts students nationwide.
It operates through multiple faculties and colleges, including:
- Faculty of Arts
- Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Clinical Sciences
- Faculty of Education
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Management Sciences
- Faculty of Natural Sciences
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- College of Health Science
- College of Medicine
JAMB Cut Off Marks for FULAFIA 2025/2026
To be eligible for the Post-UTME screening, candidates must score at least the following in the 2025 UTME:
Faculty of Arts
- Arabic, English, French, Linguistics, History & International Relations – 170
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Human Anatomy, Physiology, Medical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology – 210
Faculty of Education
- All programs – 180
Faculty of Engineering
- All courses – 200
Faculty of Management Sciences
- Accounting, Banking & Finance, Business Admin, Marketing – 180
Faculty of Sciences
- Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Microbiology, Physics, Statistics – 180
Faculty of Environmental Sciences
- Architecture – 200
- Building, Estate Management, Urban & Regional Planning – 180
Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Pharmacy – 210
Faculty of Agriculture
- All courses – 170
FULAFIA Post-UTME Cut Off Marks
These are the minimum scores required after Post-UTME screening:
Sciences
- Computer Science – 60%
- Microbiology, Chemistry, Biology, Statistics – 50-60%
Social Sciences
- Economics, Political Science, Mass Communication, Business Admin – 50%
Arts
- English, History, Linguistics, Religious Studies – 50-55%
Engineering
- Civil, Electrical, Mechanical – 60%
Medicine & Pharmacy
- Medicine – 75%
- Pharmacy – 70%
FULAFIA Departmental Cut Off Marks (Aggregate)
Departmental cut off marks combine both JAMB and Post-UTME scores. Here’s a breakdown for popular courses:
Faculty of Medical Sciences
- Medicine: 230 + 75% Post-UTME
- Medical Lab Science: 220 + 75%
- Anatomy & Physiology: 210 + 70%
Faculty of Engineering
- All Engineering courses: 200 + 60%
Faculty of Sciences
- Biochemistry, Chemistry, Statistics: 180 + 60%
- Physics: 180 + 55%
- Mathematics: 180 + 50%
Faculty of Social Sciences
- Economics, Political Science, Sociology: 170 + 50%
Faculty of Arts
- Linguistics: 170 + 55%
- Others: 170 + 50%
Management & Education
- Accounting, Banking & Finance: 180 + 55%
- Business Admin, Marketing: 180 + 50%
- Education programs: 180 + 50–55%
How to Calculate Your Aggregate Score
FULAFIA uses the average of UTME and Post-UTME scores:
Aggregate Score = (UTME Score ÷ 8) + (Post-UTME Score ÷ 2)
Example:
- UTME: 210
- Post-UTME: 60%
- Aggregate = (210 ÷ 8) + (60 ÷ 2) = 26.25 + 30 = 56.25
Compare this score with your course’s departmental cut off to determine your chances.
FULAFIA Direct Entry (DE) Cut Off Marks 2025/2026
Direct Entry candidates are assessed based on:
- ND, NCE, HND, or A’Level results
- Performance in any internal screening
- Departmental requirements for each course
While no fixed DE score is published, DE applicants are expected to meet or surpass 200 points in their academic qualification ratings.
Tips to Boost Your Admission Chances
- Aim for high UTME and Post-UTME scores
- Choose a course aligned with your academic strengths
- Upload correct O’level results on the JAMB portal
- Prepare thoroughly for the Post-UTME screening
- Apply early and monitor FULAFIA’s updates
Admission into FULAFIA for the 2025/2026 session is competitive. By meeting the JAMB, Post-UTME, and departmental cut off marks, you stand a strong chance of gaining admission into your desired program. Stay updated via FULAFIA’s official website and social media handles.
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