The University of Ibadan has officially released its 2026/2027 cut-off marks for three major undergraduate courses: Accounting, Economics, and Banking and Finance. Among these, Accounting records the highest Merit cut-off mark at 69.5, while Economics has the lowest Merit threshold at 54.25. The cut-offs are categorized into Merit, Catchment Areas, and Educationally Less Developed States (ELDS), with ELDS candidates benefiting from lower entry requirements.
Official Cut-Off Marks for Each Course
According to the university's published data, the cut-off marks for each course are as follows:
- Accounting: Merit – 69.5; Catchment Areas – 69.5; ELDS – 63.75
- Economics: Merit – 54.25; Catchment Areas – 54.25; ELDS – 54.00
- Banking and Finance: Merit – 56.875; Catchment Areas – 56.875; ELDS – 51.25
These figures indicate that for all three courses, the Merit and Catchment Areas cut-offs are identical, while the ELDS thresholds are consistently lower, providing a reduced entry requirement for candidates from designated educationally disadvantaged states.
Implications for Prospective Candidates
Prospective students who selected any of these courses in their JAMB application must meet the specified score requirements to be considered for admission. The category that applies to each candidate—whether Merit, Catchment Area, or ELDS—determines the minimum score needed for eligibility. Candidates are advised to verify their category before assessing their chances, as the differences can be significant, especially for Accounting where the ELDS threshold is 5.75 points lower than the Merit score.
Among the three courses, Accounting carries the highest cut-off mark across all categories, reflecting its competitive nature. Banking and Finance follows with a Merit score of 56.875, while Economics has the lowest Merit cut-off at 54.25, making it relatively more accessible for applicants.
Context: Recent Admission Success Story
In related news, Legit.ng recently reported the story of a young man who gained admission to the University of Ibadan to study Medicine and Surgery after working at a filling station. The student, Seyi Catalyst, revealed that he wrote JAMB three times, scored 330 in his final attempt, and later passed the University of Ibadan Post-UTME with 79. This example underscores the importance of meeting cut-off requirements and persevering through multiple attempts.
The release of these cut-off marks provides clarity for candidates preparing for the 2026/2027 admission cycle. With the figures now public, applicants can better strategize their next steps, whether that involves retaking JAMB or focusing on Post-UTME preparation. The university's tiered approach ensures that candidates from less developed states have a fair chance, while maintaining academic standards through the Merit and Catchment Area thresholds.
