JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Accounting 2026/2027

Preparing for the JAMB cut-off mark for Accounting 2026/2027 is a significant priority for students aspiring to join the financial and corporate world. As one of the most prestigious courses in the Social Sciences, Accounting requires a unique blend of mathematical accuracy and logical reasoning.

In the 2026/2027 admission cycle, Accounting remains a top choice for thousands of applicants, making it a high-demand course across federal, state, and private institutions. To secure a spot in a reputable university, simply meeting the minimum score is rarely enough; you must aim for a result that reflects a competitive edge. This guide provides the necessary benchmarks and requirements to help you navigate the admission process and land a seat in the accounting department of your choice.

What Is the JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Accounting 2026/2027?

For the 2026/2027 academic session, the JAMB cut-off mark for Accounting generally ranges between 180 and 260, depending heavily on the competitive nature of the school.

• Federal Universities: Require a score of 220 – 260+.
• State Universities: Generally accept candidates within the 190 – 220 range.
• Private Institutions: Often set their benchmark at 180 – 200.

While the official JAMB benchmark for some social science courses might be 160, Accounting is a premier professional course. Top-tier institutions like UNILAG, UNIBEN, and UI often have departmental merit cut-offs that exceed 250.

Why Is Accounting a High-Demand Course?

Accounting is often referred to as the “language of business.” It is an essential discipline that tracks, summarizes, and communicates financial information for organizations of all sizes.

The course prepares students for diverse global careers, including:

• Chartered Accountancy (ICAN/ACCA)
• Tax Consultancy
• Investment Banking
• Forensic Accounting
• Budget Analysis

Because the curriculum involves heavy computation and analysis, universities look for strong performance in Mathematics and Economics.

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Institutions Offering Accounting in Nigeria

The following table outlines key Nigerian universities offering Accounting and their projected cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 session:

S/N	INSTITUTIONS	CUT-OFF MARK
1	Ambrose Alli University (AAU)	210+
2	Afe Babalola University (ABUAD)	200+
3	Achievers University (ACHIEVERS)	180+
4	Adamawa State University (ADSU)	190+
5	Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT-DEG)	220+
6	Ajayi Crowther University (AJAYI)	180+
7	Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU)	210+
8	Al-Hikmah University (AL-HIKMAH)	180+
9	Al-Qalam University (AL-QALAM)	180+
10	Anchor University (ANCHOR-UNI)	180+
11	Arthur Jarvis University (ARTHUR-JARVIS)	180+
12	Atiba University (ATIBA)	180+
13	Auchi Polytechnic (AUCHIPOLY-DEG)	200+
14	Adeleke University (AUE)	180+
15	Augustine University (AUGUSTINE)	180+
16	Babcock University (BABCOCK)	210+
17	Bauchi State University (BAUK)	200+
18	Bayero University Kano (BAYERO)	230+
19	Baze University (BAZE)	190+
20	Bells University of Technology (BELLS)	180+
21	University of Benin (BENIN)	250+
22	Bingham University (BINGHAM)	180+
23	Benson Idahosa University (BIU)	180+
24	Borno State University (BOSU)	190+
25	Bowen University (BOWEN)	200+
26	University of Calabar (CALABAR)	235+
27	Caleb University (CALEB)	180+
28	Chrisland University (CHRISLAND)	180+
29	Christopher University (CHRISTOPHER)	180+
30	Clifford University (CLIFFORD)	180+
31	Coal City University (COAL-CITY)	180+
32	Covenant University (COVENANT)	220+
33	Crawford University (CRAWFORD)	180+
34	Crown-Hill University (CROWN-HILL)	180+
35	Crescent University (CUAB)	180+
36	Delta State University (DELSU)	230+
37	Dominican University (DOMINICAN-UNI)	180+
38	Dominion University (DOMINION)	180+
39	Edwin Clark University (EDWIN CLARK)	180+
40	Ekiti State University (EKSU)	225+
41	Edo State University (EUI)	200+
42	Evangel University (EUN)	180+
43	Federal University, Dutse (FED-DUTSE)	210+
44	Federal University, Gashua (FED-GASHUA)	200+
45	Federal University, Gusau (FED-GUSAU)	200+
46	Federal University, Birnin Kebbi (FED-KEBBI)	210+
47	Alex Ekwueme Fed. Univ. Ndufu-Alike (AEFUNA)	225+
48	Fountain University (FOUNTAIN)	180+
49	Godfrey Okoye University (GOUU)	180+
50	Greenfield University (GREENFIELD)	180+
51	Gregory University (GREGORY)	180+
52	Gombe State University (GSU)	200+
53	Hallmark University (HALLMARK)	180+
54	University of Ilorin (ILORIN)	250+
55	Ilorin Medical Center/Institute (IMTENU-DEG)	190+
56	Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU)	180+
57	Kaduna State University (KASU)	220+
58	KolaDaisi University (KOLADAISI)	180+
59	Prince Abubakar Audu University (PAAU)	210+
60	Katsina University (KUM)	180+
61	Kwara State University (KWASU)	220+
62	Landmark University (LANDMARK)	200+
63	Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida Univ. (LAPAI)	210+
64	Legacy University (LEGACY)	180+
65	Maitama Sule University (MAITAMA)	230+
66	Michael & Cecilia Ibru Univ. (MC-IBRU)	180+
67	Miva Open University (MIVA)	180+
68	Maryam Abacha Univ., Kano (MLU)	180+
69	Mountain Top University (MOUNTAIN TOP)	190+
70	Nigerian Army University, Biu (NAUB)	200+
71	Nile University of Nigeria (NBU/NILE)	200+
72	Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA)	230+
73	Niger Delta University (NDU)	225+
74	Novena University (NOVENA)	180+
75	Northwest University, Sokoto (NUS)	190+
76	Obong University (OBONG)	180+
77	Oduduwa University (ODUDUWA)	180+
78	Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU)	225+
79	Pan-Atlantic University (PAN-ATLANTIC)	240+
80	Paul University (PAUL)	180+
81	Precious Cornerstone Univ. (PC-UNI)	180+
82	Peter University (PETER-UNI)	180+
83	Nigeria Police Academy (POL-ACAD)	230+
84	Precious Cornerstone Univ. (PRU)	180+
85	Redeemer’s University (REDEEMERS)	200+
86	Renaissance University (RENAISSANCE)	180+
87	Rhema University (RHEMA)	180+
88	Ritman University (RITMAN)	180+
89	Salem University (SALEM)	180+
90	Samuel Adegboyega Univ. (SAU)	180+
91	Southwestern University (SOUTHWESTERN)	180+
92	Spiritan University (SPIRITAN)	180+
93	Sports University (SPORTS-UNI)	180+
94	Summit University (SUMMIT)	180+
95	Tansian University (TANSIAN)	180+
96	Topfaith University (TOPFAITH)	180+
97	Taraba State University (TSUJ)	200+
98	Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYUK)	210+
99	University of Africa (UNI-AFRICA)	190+
100	Hezekiah University (UNIHEZ)	180+
101	University of Kings (UNIKINGS)	180+
102	Veritas University (VERITAS)	180+
103	Wesley University (WESLEYUNI)	180+
104	Western Delta University (WESTERN-DEL)	180+
105	Yobe State University (YSU)	210+

Additional Admission Requirements

JAMB Subject Combination

Your UTME subject combination is the most critical factor. For Accounting, you must take:

1. English Language
2. Mathematics
3. Economics
4. Any Social Science or Arts subject (Government, Geography, Literature, or CRS/IRS)

O’Level Requirements

You must have at least five (5) credit passes in your SSCE (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in not more than two sittings:

• English Language
• Mathematics
• Economics
• Plus two other Social Science or Arts subjects

Post UTME & Screening

Meeting the JAMB score is only the beginning. Public universities use an Aggregate Score system (JAMB + Post UTME). For the 2026/2027 cycle, scoring high in the Post UTME is vital because many applicants will have similar JAMB scores.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Ques: What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Accounting 2026/2027?

Ans: The general range is 180 to 260, but elite federal universities typically require 240 or higher.

Ques: Can I study Accounting with 180 in JAMB?

Ans: Yes, but primarily in private universities or newer state institutions.

Ques: Is Mathematics compulsory for Accounting in JAMB?

Ans: Yes, Mathematics is a mandatory JAMB subject for Accounting in nearly all Nigerian universities.

Ques: Can I use Accounting to become a Chartered Accountant?

Ans: Yes, an Accounting degree is the primary academic path toward professional certifications like ICAN or ACCA.

Ques: What score is “safe” for Accounting in a Federal University?

Ans: A score of 240 and above is generally considered safe for most federal institutions.

Ques: How many years is the Accounting degree program?

Ans: It is a 4-year degree program leading to a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Accounting.

Ques: Can I study Accounting with D7 in Mathematics at O’Level?

Ans: No. A minimum of a Credit (C6) in Mathematics is a strict requirement for Accounting.

Ques: Is Accounting under the Faculty of Arts?

Ans: No, it is almost always found under the Faculty of Management Sciences or Social Sciences.

Ques: Which university is the best for Accounting in Nigeria?

Ans: UNILAG and UNIBEN are widely considered the top institutions for Accounting due to their strong links to professional bodies.

Ques: Is Post UTME compulsory for Accounting?

Ans: Yes, for all public universities, you must participate in the Post UTME or screening exercise to be considered.