Securing admission into Electrical/Electronics Engineering (EEE) in Nigeria is highly competitive, as it is one of the most sought-after engineering disciplines. Understanding the JAMB cut-off mark for Electrical/Electronics Engineering 2026/2027 is the first step toward joining the next generation of power systems engineers and electronics experts.
This guide breaks down the required scores, institutional benchmarks, and core admission requirements for the upcoming session.
What Is the JAMB Cut-Off Mark for EEE 2026/2027?
For the 2026/2027 academic cycle, the JAMB cut-off mark for Electrical/Electronics Engineering generally falls between 180 and 260.
Federal universities typically have a cut-off mark of 220 – 260+, range of 190 – 230 for state universities, and 180 – 200 for private universities.
Because of the technical complexity of this course, top-tier federal universities (like UNILAG, OAU, and UNIBEN) often set higher internal department benchmarks to manage the high volume of applicants.
Why Is Electrical/Electronics Engineering Competitive?
EEE is the backbone of modern infrastructure, covering power generation, telecommunications, and circuit design.
The course prepares students for careers in:
- Power generation and distribution
- Telecommunications and network engineering
- Robotics and automation systems
- Embedded systems and VLSI design
- Renewable energy (Solar and Wind) technology
- Consumer electronics manufacturing
Universities screen heavily for Mathematics and Physics proficiency, as these are foundational for understanding electromagnetic theory and circuit analysis.
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Institutions Offering EEE in Nigeria
Below are all Nigerian institutions offering Electrical/Electronics Engineering and their estimated cut-off marks for the 2026/2027 session:
| S/N | INSTITUTIONS | CUT-OFF MARK |
| 1 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) | 260+ |
| 2 | University of Abuja (ABUJA) | 240+ |
| 3 | Bayero University Kano (BAYERO) | 250+ |
| 4 | Delta State University of Science & Tech (DELSUT) | 220+ |
| 5 | Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) | 265+ |
| 6 | Hübschman University of Science & Technology (HUSTECH) | 180+ |
| 7 | Kaduna Poly – ABU Affiliate (KADPOLY-ABU) | 210+ |
| 8 | Khairun University (KHAIRUN) | 180+ |
| 9 | Kebbi State Univ. of Science & Tech (KSUSTA) | 210+ |
| 10 | Kano Univ. of Science & Tech (KUST) | 210+ |
| 11 | Maduka University (MADUKA) | 180+ |
| 12 | Nigeria Maritime University (MARITIME-UNI) | 220+ |
| 13 | Niger Delta University (NDU) | 230+ |
| 14 | Federal Poly Offa – Degree (OFFA-DEG) | 200+ |
| 15 | University of Port Harcourt (PHC) | 260+ |
| 16 | Rivers State University (RSU) | 240+ |
| 17 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) | 260+ |
| 18 | University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) | 270+ |
| 19 | Wigwe University (WIGWE) | 210+ |
| 20 | Summit University (SUMMIT) | 180+ |
| 21 | Ambrose Alli University (AAU) | 230+ |
| 22 | Abia State University (ABSU) | 220+ |
| 23 | Afe Babalola University (ABUAD) | 210+ |
| 24 | Achievers University (ACHIEVERS) | 180+ |
| 25 | Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT-DEG) | 240+ |
| 26 | Ajayi Crowther University (AJAYI) | 180+ |
| 27 | Akwa Ibom State University (AKSU) | 220+ |
| 28 | Aletheia University (ALETHEIA) | 180+ |
| 29 | Adeleke University (AUE) | 180+ |
| 30 | American University of Nigeria (AUN) | 200+ |
| 31 | Babcock University (BABCOCK) | 210+ |
| 32 | Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (BAUCHI) | 230+ |
| 33 | Baze University (BAZE) | 200+ |
| 34 | Bells University of Technology (BELLS) | 200+ |
| 35 | University of Benin (BENIN) | 270+ |
| 36 | Federal Poly Bida – Degree (BIDA-DEG) | 190+ |
| 37 | Benson Idahosa University (BIU) | 180+ |
| 38 | Borno State University of Education, Sci. & Tech (BOUEDST) | 190+ |
| 39 | Bowen University (BOWEN) | 200+ |
| 40 | University of Calabar (CALABAR) | 240+ |
| 41 | Caritas University (CARITAS) | 180+ |
| 42 | Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu Univ. (COOU) | 220+ |
| 43 | Cosmopolitan University (COSMOPOLITAN) | 190+ |
| 44 | Covenant University (COVENANT) | 230+ |
| 45 | Cross River University of Technology (CRUTECH) | 210+ |
| 46 | Covenant University of Science & Tech (CUST) | 200+ |
| 47 | Delta State University (DELSU) | 245+ |
| 48 | Ebonyi State University (EBSU) | 220+ |
| 49 | Edo State University (EUI) | 210+ |
| 50 | Ekiti State University (EKSU) | 240+ |
| 51 | Elizade University (ELIZADE) | 190+ |
| 52 | Enugu State Univ. of Science & Tech (ESUTECH) | 230+ |
| 53 | Alex Ekwueme Federal University Ndufu-Alike (AEFUNA) | 250+ |
| 54 | Federal University, Dutsin-Ma (FED-DUTSINMA) | 230+ |
| 55 | Federal University, Otuoke (FED-OTUOKE) | 230+ |
| 56 | Federal University, Oye-Ekiti (FED-OYE EKITI) | 240+ |
| 57 | Fed. Poly Ado – Degree (FEDPOADO-D) | 200+ |
| 58 | Fed. Poly Bauchi – Degree (FEDPOBAU-DEG) | 190+ |
| 59 | Federal University, Lokoja (FED-LOKOJA) | 240+ |
| 60 | Fed. Univ. of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB) | 260+ |
| 61 | Fed. Univ. of Petroleum Resources (FUPRE) | 250+ |
| 62 | Federal University of Technology, Daura (FUT-DAURA) | 230+ |
| 63 | Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) | 270+ |
| 64 | Federal University of Tech, Ikot Abasi (FUTIA) | 230+ |
| 65 | Gregory University (GREGORY) | 180+ |
| 66 | University of Ibadan (IBADAN) | 280+ |
| 67 | Igbinedion University (IGBINEDION) | 180+ |
| 68 | University of Ilorin (ILORIN) | 270+ |
| 69 | Imo State University (IMSU) | 230+ |
| 70 | University of Jos (JOS) | 250+ |
| 71 | Kwara State University (KWASU) | 230+ |
| 72 | University of Lagos (LAGOS) | 285+ |
| 73 | Lagos State University of Science & Tech (LASUSTECH) | 240+ |
| 74 | Ladoke Akintola University of Tech (LAUTECH) | 260+ |
| 75 | Lead City University (LCITY) | 180+ |
| 76 | Madonna University (MADONNA) | 180+ |
| 77 | University of Maiduguri (MAIDUGURI) | 230+ |
| 78 | Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University (MAKURDI) | 235+ |
| 79 | Modibbo Adama University of Tech (MAUTY) | 230+ |
| 80 | Maranatha University (MARANATHA) | 180+ |
| 81 | Nigerian Army University, Biu (NAUB) | 225+ |
| 82 | Nasarawa State University (NASARAWA) | 225+ |
| 83 | Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA) | 250+ |
| 84 | Nile University of Nigeria (NILE) | 210+ |
| 85 | Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) | 280+ |
| 86 | Oduduwa University (ODUDUWA) | 180+ |
| 87 | Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) | 240+ |
| 88 | Olusegun Agagu University of Science & Tech (OAUSTECH) | 230+ |
| 89 | Pan-Atlantic University (PAN-ATLANTIC) | 210+ |
| 90 | Redeemer’s University (REDEEMERS) | 180+ |
| 91 | State University of Medical & Applied Science (SUMAS) | 235+ |
| 92 | Thomas Adewumi University (TAU) | 180+ |
| 93 | Technical University, Ibadan (TECH-IBADAN) | 210+ |
| 94 | Topfaith University (TOPFAITH) | 180+ |
| 95 | Taraba State University (TSUJ) | 210+ |
| 96 | University of Agriculture & Env. Science, Imo (UAGRIC-IMO) | 210+ |
| 97 | University of Delta, Agbor (UDA) | 225+ |
| 98 | Usmanu Danfodiyo University (UDU) | 235+ |
| 99 | Michael Okpara University of Agriculture (UMUDIKE) | 245+ |
| 100 | Osun State University (UNIOSUN) | 245+ |
| 101 | University of Uyo (UYO) | 260+ |
| 102 | Veritas University (VERITAS) | 190+ |
| 103 | Venite University (VENITE) | 180+ |
Additional Admission Requirements
JAMB Subject Combination
You must sit for the following four subjects in JAMB. Using a different combination will lead to disqualification:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
O’Level Requirements
You must have at least five credit passes in your SSCE (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) in not more than two sittings:
- English Language
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- One other Science subject (Biology, Further Mathematics, or Technical Drawing)
Post UTME
Most universities calculate an aggregate score where JAMB carries 50% and the Post UTME carries 50%. In highly competitive schools, a strong Post UTME performance is often more important than the JAMB score alone.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ques: What is the JAMB cut-off mark for Electrical/Electronics Engineering 2026/2027?
Ans: The general range is 180 to 260, but top federal universities usually require at least 240.
Ques: Can I study EEE with 180 in JAMB?
Ans: Yes, you can gain admission into some state universities and most private universities with 180.
Ques: Is Further Mathematics compulsory for EEE?
Ans: It is not a JAMB requirement, but it is highly recommended as a background for the engineering math you will face in 100 Level.
Ques: What is a safe JAMB score for UNILAG Electrical Engineering?
Ans: To be safe, aim for a score of 270 and above due to the high competition and catchment area constraints.
Ques: Can I substitute Chemistry for Biology in JAMB?
Ans: No. Chemistry is mandatory for all engineering courses in Nigeria.
Ques: How many years does it take to study EEE?
Ans: It is a 5-year program for UTME candidates and a 4-year program for Direct Entry candidates.
Ques: Do I need Technical Drawing for admission?
Ans: While not mandatory for JAMB, it is a very useful O’Level credit and will help you during your first-year engineering drawing courses.
Ques: Is Post UTME compulsory for all schools?
Ans: Most public (Federal and State) universities require Post UTME, while some private universities only conduct a screening interview.
Ques: Can I switch from EEE to Computer Engineering?
Ans: Yes, the two fields are closely related, and many universities allow a change of course after the first year if your GPA is high.
Ques: Which is the best university for EEE in Nigeria?
Ans: Schools like FUTA, UNILAG, and OAU are traditionally recognized for having very strong engineering faculties.