The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) peg entrance cut-off marks for tertiary institutions between 120, 160, and 180 for every admission year. However, select Federal tertiary institutions like the University of Ibadan, University of Lagos, and OAU set theirs at 200 and above. Nevertheless, there are some Federal tertiary institutions that accept scores lower than the 200 benchmark. This means that even if you scored below 200 in your JAMB 2024 exam, there are still possibilities for admission into Federal tertiary institutions for various programs if you try a change of institution.
Here’s a list of Federal tertiary institutions known for offering opportunities to students with JAMB scores below 200 (note that cut-off marks can vary by year and program):
- Akanu Ibiam Federal Polytechnic, Unwana-Afikpo
- Auchi Polytechnic, Auchi
- Federal Polytechnic, Ado-Ekiti
- Federal Polytechnic, Ayede
- Federal Polytechnic, Bali
- Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi
- Federal Polytechnic, Bida
- Federal Polytechnic, Daura
- Federal Polytechnic, Damaturu
- Federal Polytechnic, Ede
- Federal Polytechnic, Ekowe
- Federal Polytechnic Idah
- Federal Polytechnic, Ilaro
- Federal Polytechnic Ile-Oluji
- Federal Polytechnic Isuochi
- Federal Polytechnic Kabo
- Federal Polytechnic Kaltungo
- Federal Polytechnic Kaura-Namoda
- Federal Polytechnic, Monguno
- Federal Polytechnic, Mubi
- Federal Polytechnic, Nasarawa
- Federal Polytechnic, Neede
- Federal Polytechnic, Nyak, Shendam
- Federal Polytechnic of Oil And Gas, Bonny
- Federal Polytechnic, Offa
- Federal Polytechnic, Ohodo
- Federal Polytechnic, Oko
- Federal Polytechnic, Orogun
- Federal Polytechnic, Ukana
- Federal Polytechnic, Ugep
- Federal Polytechnic, Wannune
- Hussaini Adamu Federal Polytechnic, Kazaure
- Kaduna Polytechnic, Kaduna
- Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Birnin-Kebbi
- Yaba College of Technology, Yaba
Important notes
While these Federal institutions have a history of accepting scores below 200 in JAMB 2024, it’s crucial to check with each institution directly for their official cut-off marks and program requirements for 2024. These can change year-to-year based on application volume and competition.
Also, bear in mind that Federal institutions JAMB 2024 cut-off marks may also apply to some Colleges of Education and Innovation Enterprises Institutes (IEIs). Researching these institutions could also expand your options.
Final thoughts on Federal institutions accepting JAMB Scores Below 200 in 2024
Some of these Federal institutions may require you to write Post-UTME. As such, look into Post-UTME requirements. Even with a lower JAMB score, performing well on the institution’s Post-UTME screening test can significantly improve your chances of admission.
