Newly approved JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in Nigeria full details. In every year, particularly during JAMB registration Period, multiple numbers of students wish to study Law in order to have a vast knowledge on legal practice and to become a qualified Lawyer.
One of the basic requirements for making your wish come into reality is by meeting the appropriate JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law and also the university you are aspiring to gain admission into.
This article has provide every single details you need to know about JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law, it’s requirements and other related information.
Before we basically begin this article, let’s explore some necessary information about JAMB and throw some highlights on Law.
What is Law?
According to the definition of Law by Wikipedia:- Law can be defined as a set of rules that are created and are enforceable by social or governmental institutions to regulate behavior, with its precise definition a matter of longstanding debate.
Law has been variously described as a science, a legal practice and as the art of justice.
Someone who study Law in the university is called a Lawyer.
About JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law
JAMB Cut Off Mark is the approved minimum accept score that every prospective candidates who seat for Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) must meet. Each higher institutions in Nigeria has their own accepted Cut Off Mark that must be in accordance with JAMB body.
One among the most competitive undergraduate courses in any Nigeria University has who been accredited by management of National Universities Commission (NUC) to be offering this course is Law.
Therefore, for competitive course like Law you are expected to have a higher rated Cut Off Mark in your JAMB examination.
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law 2025/2026
Law being one of the most demanding undergraduate course with high numbers of candidates, it requires better performance in JAMB and UTME.
For the recent concluded Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) in 2025, the accepted minimum general JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law is 160 and above.
Though, this JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law that was released by the committee members is set to be 160 or above is just a baseline as most universities in Nigeria set their internal admission Cut Off Mark for Law to be a little bit higher than JAMB.
All Universities which have been accredited by National Universities Commission (NUC) such as Federal (public), State or Private University have their own personal JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law.
So, we shall proceed by explaining and listing all these universities who are offering Law with their respective Cut Off Mark.
List of Universities in Nigeria Offering Law and their Cut Off Mark
There are several universities in Nigeria offering Law ranging from Federal, State and Private Universities. Each of these Universities have their own acceptable JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law.
We shall be listing all these Universities offering Law based on their ranking and appropriate Cut Off Mark in the table below.
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in Top Federal Universities
Below are the JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in top rated Federal Universities with their perspective Cut Off Mark.
| S/N | FEDERAL UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
| 1. | Ahmadu Bello University | 240 |
| 2. | Bayero University Kano | 240 |
| 3. | Federal University Dutsin-Ma | 200 |
| 4. | Federal University Oye-Ekiti | 230 |
| 5 | Federal University of Lafia | 220 |
| 6. | University of Abuja | 240 |
| 7. | University of Benin | 230 |
| 8. | University of Calabar | 220 |
| 9. | University of Ibadan | 230 |
| 10. | University of Ilorin | 240 |
| 11. | University of Benin | 230 |
| 12. | University of Lagos | 240 |
| 13. | University of Jos | 220 |
| 14. | University of Maiduguri | 220 |
| 15. | University of Nigeria, Nsukka | 240 |
| 16. | University of Port Harcourt | 230 |
| 17. | Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto | 220 |
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in Top State Universities
Below are the JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in top leading State Universities with their perspective Cut Off Mark.
| S/N | STATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
| 1. | Adekunke Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko | 200 |
| 2. | River State University | 220 |
| 3. | Osun State University | 220 |
| 4. | Olabisi Onabanjo University | 220 |
| 5. | Prince Audu Abubakar University | 140 |
| 6. | Imo State University | 220 |
| 7. | Lagos State University | 240 |
| 9. | Kaduna State University | 240 |
| 10. | Gombe State University | 220 |
| 11. | Abia State University | 220 |
| 12. | Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma | 230 |
| 13. | Benue State University | 220 |
| 15. | Delta State University | 220 |
| 16. | Ebonyi State University | 220 |
| 17. | Ekiti State University | 230 |
| 18. | Enugu State University of Science and Technology | 220 |
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in Top Private Universities
Below are the JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law in top leading Private Universities in Nigeria with their perspective Cut Off Mark.
| S/N | PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES | CUT OFF MARK |
| 1. | Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti | 200 |
| 2. | Babcock University, Ilishan-Remo | 180 |
| 3. | Bowen University, Iwo | 180 |
| 4. | Igbinedion University, Okada | 160 |
| 5. | Madonna University, Elele | 160 |
| 6. | Lead City University | 160 |
| 7. | Nile University of Nigeria, Abuja | 160 |
| 8. | Crescent University, Abeokuta | 160 |
| 9. | Joseph Ayo Babalola University | 160 |
| 10. | Novena University, Ogume | 160 |
| 11. | Baze University, Abuja | 160 |
| 12. | Ajayi Crowther University | 180 |
| 13. | Al-Hikmah University | 160 |
| 14. | Benson Idahosa University | 160 |
| 15. | American University of Nigeria | 160 |
JAMB Admission Requirements for Law
Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has a specific admission requirements scheduled for Law.
- You are expected to choose the right subjects combination such as Government, English, Literature and you are to choose any one of the these Religious Studies (either IRS or CRS) or Economics depending on your institution requirements.
- Each candidate must be exactly or 16 years and above.
- An O’ Level results with a minimum of five (5) credit in Maths, English, Biology, Physics and Chemistry which must not be more than two (2) sittings in WAEC, NECO and NABTEB.
- You are expected to score or perform wonderfully in your JAMB examination.
Conclusion
Meeting JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law is just a starting point of success in securing admission. The real battle is now left for you to meet the approved minimum Cut Off Mark set for Law in the University you as aspiring to begin your legal practice academic journey from.
Law is not just a simple course or a course which should be underrated, you are required to put in more efforts and discipline. Gaining admission into any Universities in Nigeria to study Law is achievable especially when you meet appropriate Cut Off Mark and have a good O’level.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law?
JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law differs but the minimum accredited score is 160. Individual Universities have their own personal JAMB Cut Off Mark for Law which is set from 200 and above.
What are the four Subjects for Law in JAMB?
The key four subjects combination for Law are Government, Literature, English and either Religious Studies (CRK or IRK) or Economics depending on your chosen institutions interest.
What is the Pass Mark for Law?
The pass mark for Law which enable you to have some high hope of admission is 160 and above.
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