The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has officially released the 2025/2026 UTME merit and catchment cut-off marks for all programmes, signaling the official commencement of the admission selection process for the new academic session.
This announcement has brought excitement and anxiety among thousands of UTME candidates across Nigeria who chose UNILAG as their first choice during the 2025 JAMB registration. With this release, aspirants can now check the official merit and catchment cut-off points for their chosen departments to determine their chances of gaining admission.
🎓 UNILAG 2025/2026 Admission Overview
The University of Lagos remains one of the most competitive institutions in Nigeria, with tens of thousands of applicants every year. Its admission process is strictly merit-based, combining UTME scores, Post-UTME performance, and O’Level results to determine the final aggregate.
UNILAG’s reputation for academic excellence, quality research, and world-class facilities continues to attract top-performing students nationwide. This year’s cut-off marks once again reflect the university’s high standards and the fierce competition for limited admission slots, especially in courses like Medicine, Law, Computer Science, and Engineering.
🏥 College of Medicine / Faculty of Health Sciences
Below are the merit and catchment cut-off marks for all programmes under the College of Medicine.
| Course | Merit | Ekiti | Lagos | Ogun | Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 85.025 | 80.5 | 80.675 | 82.05 | 81.55 | 80.8 | 81.95 |
| Dentistry | 76.65 | 70.5 | 74.0 | 74.9 | 73.5 | 74.0 | 74.25 |
| Nursing Science | 79.8 | 73.4 | 77.2 | 77.5 | 77.4 | 76.8 | 77.0 |
| Pharmacy | 76.4 | 70.9 | 74.5 | 75.2 | 73.6 | 73.7 | 74.0 |
| Physiotherapy | 74.725 | 70.5 | 73.4 | 73.8 | 73.25 | 73.0 | 73.4 |
| Radiography | 77.375 | 71.9 | 74.0 | 74.8 | 73.9 | 74.1 | 74.3 |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 74.375 | 70.0 | 72.9 | 73.4 | 72.8 | 72.5 | 72.9 |
Analysis:
The College of Medicine remains the toughest faculty in UNILAG. Medicine and Surgery led with the highest merit cut-off of 85.025, making it one of the highest in Nigeria. Catchment scores ranged between 80.5 and 82.05, showing how competitive medical programmes remain across all zones.
⚙️ Faculty of Engineering
| Course | Merit | Ekiti | Lagos | Ogun | Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 75.625 | 69.4 | 73.1 | 74.5 | 72.9 | 73.1 | 73.3 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 78.525 | 72.5 | 75.6 | 76.9 | 75.0 | 75.2 | 75.6 |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | 79.5 | 73.2 | 76.5 | 77.4 | 76.1 | 75.8 | 76.3 |
| Chemical Engineering | 77.425 | 71.6 | 74.8 | 75.8 | 74.4 | 74.5 | 74.6 |
| Computer Engineering | 82.875 | 76.4 | 79.2 | 80.4 | 78.7 | 78.9 | 79.0 |
Analysis:
Engineering courses continue to demand high performance, particularly Computer Engineering, which recorded a striking 82.875 merit mark. This aligns with global trends in technology-driven disciplines where demand for skilled engineers is surging.
💻 Faculty of Science and Data Technology
| Course | Merit | Ekiti | Lagos | Ogun | Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 83.425 | 77.3 | 79.8 | 81.0 | 79.4 | 79.6 | 79.9 |
| Data Science | 76.925 | 71.1 | 74.4 | 75.6 | 74.1 | 74.2 | 74.3 |
| Biochemistry | 71.65 | 66.9 | 69.8 | 70.4 | 69.5 | 69.6 | 69.7 |
| Chemistry | 69.125 | 63.5 | 67.3 | 68.5 | 67.0 | 67.1 | 67.3 |
| Physics | 68.75 | 62.8 | 66.7 | 67.8 | 66.2 | 66.3 | 66.5 |
| Mathematics | 70.325 | 64.4 | 68.3 | 69.5 | 68.1 | 68.3 | 68.4 |
Analysis:
UNILAG’s Science faculty has seen a significant rise in cut-off marks for technology-driven fields. Computer Science (83.425) and Data Science (76.925) are among the most competitive, reflecting the increasing national demand for digital and analytical skills.
📚 Faculty of Arts and Humanities
| Course | Merit | Ekiti | Lagos | Ogun | Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language | 68.175 | 63.5 | 66.3 | 67.1 | 66.0 | 66.1 | 66.3 |
| History & Strategic Studies | 70.725 | 65.8 | 68.6 | 69.4 | 68.2 | 68.3 | 68.5 |
| Creative Arts | 69.5 | 64.9 | 67.5 | 68.2 | 67.0 | 67.1 | 67.3 |
| Linguistics | 67.875 | 63.1 | 65.8 | 66.6 | 65.4 | 65.5 | 65.6 |
| Philosophy | 68.0 | 63.3 | 65.9 | 66.7 | 65.5 | 65.6 | 65.8 |
Analysis:
Arts and Humanities courses are less competitive compared to science-based fields but still require solid academic performance. History and Strategic Studies tops the faculty with 70.725, followed closely by English Language and Creative Arts.
⚖️ Faculty of Law
| Course | Merit | Ekiti | Lagos | Ogun | Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Law | 79.575 | 73.4 | 76.2 | 77.1 | 75.6 | 75.8 | 76.0 |
Analysis:
The Faculty of Law continues to uphold its elite status, demanding high merit scores for admission. With a merit cut-off of 79.575, only top-performing candidates are expected to make it into the law faculty this session.
🧭 Catchment Policy Explained
The University of Lagos operates a catchment area policy covering six southwestern states: Ekiti, Lagos, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, and Oyo.
This policy gives candidates from these states slightly lower cut-off requirements compared to the general merit list — ensuring regional inclusiveness while maintaining academic excellence.
However, candidates outside these zones are assessed strictly based on merit, meaning their scores must meet or exceed the national merit benchmark to be considered for admission.
🖥️ How to Check Your Admission Status
Candidates who meet or exceed their departmental cut-off marks can now check their admission status on the JAMB CAPS portal.
Steps:
- Log in to your JAMB profile at CAPS.
- Click on Admission Status.
- Accept your offer if admitted.
- Proceed to UNILAG’s official portal to begin registration immediately.
💡 What Next for Candidates Below the Merit Mark?
If your aggregate score falls slightly below your department’s merit cut-off, don’t panic — there’s still hope. UNILAG may release supplementary admission lists or allow change of course options depending on available slots.
You can also explore the UNILAG Foundation Programme (JUPEB) or Part-Time Studies, which often lead to direct entry admission into 200 Level.
🏛️ Conclusion
The release of the UNILAG 2025/2026 UTME Merit and Catchment Cut-Off Marks officially sets the tone for one of the most competitive admission seasons in Nigeria. With its global reputation, UNILAG continues to stand as the University of First Choice and the Nation’s Pride.
Prospective students are advised to check their scores carefully, monitor updates on both the JAMB CAPS and UNILAG admission portals, and prepare for the next stage of the process.
For many aspirants, these cut-off marks serve as both a challenge and a motivation — proof that hard work, preparation, and perseverance remain the only guaranteed keys to success at the University of Lagos.
