Check UNICAL cut-off mark and admission rules for 2025/2026. See course scores, UTME and Direct Entry needs, and how to apply.
UNICAL Cut Off Mark for 2025/2026 Admission
The University of Calabar has shared the cut-off mark for students who want to study in the school in the 2025/2026 academic year. This mark is important for all students who are waiting to buy the UNICAL Post-UTME Form.
If you want to apply for admission, you must first check the cut-off mark. You need to score at least the cut-off mark before you can apply.
This is one of the most important things you must meet before you can study in the university. If you do not meet the cut-off mark or do not have good WAEC or NECO results, it will be very hard for you to get admission into UNICAL.
This article gives you full details about the UNICAL cut-off mark for 2025/2026 and other things you need to know before applying.
University of Calabar Cut-Off Mark 2025/2026
The University of Calabar has shared the JAMB score students must get before they can apply for admission. This score is the lowest mark allowed for students who want to join the school.
For the 2025/2026 session, the cut-off mark is 160 or more. If you scored 160 or higher in your 2025 JAMB, you can buy the UNICAL Post-UTME form when it is out.
But this score is for all courses in general. Some courses need higher marks. If you want to study law, engineering, anatomy, or other top courses, you must get a score higher than 160. These courses are harder to enter because many students apply for them.
If you want to apply for these types of courses, check the next part to see the full list of courses and their cut-off marks.
UNICAL Course Cut-Off Marks for 2025/2026
The table below shows the cut-off mark you must meet for each course. If your JAMB score is equal to or more than the number listed for your course, you can go to the next step of the admission process.
| S/N | Course Name | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pharmacy | 200 |
| 2 | Medicine and Surgery | 250 |
| 3 | Dentistry and Dental Surgery | 190 |
| 4 | Human Anatomy | 170 |
| 5 | Human Physiology | 170 |
| 6 | Biochemistry | 180 |
| 7 | Pharmacology | 180 |
| 8 | Pure Chemistry | 170 |
| 9 | Applied Chemistry | 170 |
| 10 | Computer Science | 160 |
| 11 | Environmental Protection and Resources Management | 160 |
| 12 | Environmental Education | 160 |
| 13 | Genetics and Biotechnology | 180 |
| 14 | Nursing Science | 220 |
| 15 | Physiotherapy | 180 |
| 16 | Public Health Technology | 170 |
| 17 | Microbiology | 170 |
| 18 | Anatomy | 170 |
| 19 | Agricultural Science and Education | 160 |
| 20 | Fisheries and Aquaculture | 160 |
| 21 | Animal Science | 160 |
| 22 | Applied Geophysics | 170 |
| 23 | Architecture | 170 |
| 24 | Public Administration | 170 |
| 25 | Accounting | 170 |
| 26 | Banking and Finance | 170 |
| 27 | Business Education | 160 |
| 28 | Economics | 160 |
| 29 | Political Science | 170 |
| 30 | Sociology | 160 |
| 31 | History and International Studies | 170 |
| 32 | Sociology and Anthropology | 160 |
| 33 | Psychology | 160 |
| 34 | Theatre Arts | 160 |
| 35 | Mass Communication | 170 |
| 36 | Educational Foundations | 160 |
| 37 | Educational Technology | 160 |
| 38 | Educational Psychology | 160 |
| 39 | Educational Administration and Planning | 160 |
| 40 | Psychology Guidance and Counselling | 160 |
| 41 | Special Education | 160 |
| 42 | Library and Information Science | 160 |
| 43 | Christian Religious Studies | 160 |
| 44 | Human Nutrition and Dietetics | 170 |
| 45 | Zoology | 160 |
| 46 | Geology | 160 |
| 47 | Peace and Conflict Studies | 170 |
| 48 | Political Science | 170 |
| 49 | Teacher Education Science | 160 |
| 50 | Science Education | 160 |
| 51 | Law | 220 |
| 52 | French | 160 |
| 53 | Business Management | 160 |
| 54 | Geography and Environmental Management | 160 |
| 55 | Economics | 160 |
| 56 | Banking | 170 |
| 57 | Marketing | 160 |
| 58 | Accountancy | 170 |
| 59 | Agronomy | 160 |
| 60 | Biostatistics | 160 |
| 61 | Philosophy | 160 |
| 62 | Mathematics/Statistics | 160 |
UNICAL Admission Rules for UTME and Direct Entry 2025/2026
After checking that your JAMB score is enough for your course, you must also meet the rules below. These rules depend on how you are applying.
Rules for UTME Applicants
- You must choose UNICAL as your first choice when you registered for JAMB 2024.
- You must score 160 or more in JAMB.
- You must have five credits in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB. You can use two sittings only, not more.
- You must be 16 years old or older.
- If you did not choose UNICAL at first, you can change to UNICAL through the JAMB Change of Institution portal.
Rules for Direct Entry Applicants
- You must have two A-level passes or something similar in subjects that match your course.
- You must have finished HND, NCE, or other higher-level programs that are accepted.
- You must have five credits in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB. These should also not be more than two sittings.
- You must register for Direct Entry at a JAMB CBT center near you.
You must follow these rules along with scoring the cut-off mark. If you are sure you are qualified, you can apply for the UNICAL Post-UTME form for 2025/2026.
FAQs
1. What is the general cut-off mark for UNICAL in 2025/2026?
The general cut-off mark for UNICAL is 160. Some courses need a higher score.
2. Can I apply to UNICAL with a JAMB score below 160?
No. You need at least 160 in JAMB to apply. If you score less, you are not allowed to buy the Post-UTME form.
3. What is the cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery in UNICAL?
The cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery is 250.
4. Can I use two sittings for my O’level results?
Yes. UNICAL allows two sittings only for WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB.
5. Is Direct Entry allowed in UNICAL for 2025/2026?
Yes. You can apply through Direct Entry if you have A-level passes, NCE, or HND. You also need five O’level credits.
