Are you worried that your JAMB score is too low to gain admission into a university in Nigeria? Don’t panic—there’s still hope. Many universities in Nigeria accept a JAMB score of 140 and above for admission into various programs for the 2024/2025 academic session.

Below is a comprehensive and up-to-date list of federal, state, private, and specialized universities that accept 140 as the minimum UTME score for admission consideration.

🎓 Federal Universities Accepting 140 Cut-Off Mark

These federal institutions are among those giving candidates with lower JAMB scores a second chance at admission:

• Federal University Birnin-Kebbi (FUBK)
• Federal University of Agriculture Zuru (FUAZ)
• Federal University of Transport, Daura (FUT Daura)
• Federal University Gashua (FUGASHUA)
• University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID)
• Federal University Otuoke (FUOTUOKE)
• Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU)

These universities typically offer a variety of programs, especially in science, agriculture, transport, and arts, with many setting department-specific cut-offs that begin at 140.

🏛️ State Universities Accepting 140

Some state-owned institutions are also open to admitting candidates with 140 and above, especially for less-competitive courses:

• Taraba State University (TASU)
• Sule Lamido University (SLU)
• Yobe State University (YSU)
• Kogi State University (KSU)
• Ekiti State University (EKSU)
• Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)
• Adamawa State University (ADSU)
• Ebonyi State University (EBSU)
• University of Cross River (UNICROSS)

These schools usually prioritize indigenes and may offer more flexible admission terms for local applicants.

🏫 Private Universities Accepting 140

Private institutions often have more relaxed admission policies and provide top-notch facilities for learning:

• Khalifa Isyaka RABIU University, Kano (KHAIRUN)
• Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology (KUST)
• Al-Istiqamah University, Sumaila (AUSU)
• Babcock University
• Renaissance University
• Oduduwa University
• Bowen University
• Redeemer’s University
• Gregory University
• Nile University
• Skyline University
• Coal City University
• Elizade University
• Landmark University
• Admiralty University of Nigeria (ADUN)

Many of these private universities allow candidates to gain admission with 140 or slightly above, especially if they perform well in post-UTME or meet other departmental requirements.

🧪 Specialized & New Universities Also Accepting 140

New and specialized universities are also open to lower cut-off scores to attract more applicants:

• Khadija University
• Miva Open University, Abuja
• Ave Maria University
• Azman University, Kano
• Iconic Open University
• University of Delta (UNIDEL)
• Havilla University
• Paul University
• Salem University
• TANSIAN University

These schools offer niche programs and often embrace flexible admission processes.

✅ What You Should Know Before Applying

• Departmental Cut-Offs May Vary: While the general cut-off may be 140, individual departments (e.g., Law, Medicine, Engineering) may still require higher scores.
• Post-UTME Screening is Key: Even with a low JAMB score, doing well in the university’s post-UTME or screening process can increase your admission chances.
• Change of Institution: If your current choice has a higher cut-off, you can apply for Change of Institution via JAMB’s Correction of Data portal.
• Apply Early: Many low-cut-off universities have limited slots for competitive courses.

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