Prospective students seeking admission into Ebonyi State University (EBSU) can now check the newly released departmental cut off marks for the 2026/2027 academic session The university management officially announced the proposed admission benchmarks through a memo issued by the Office of the Registrar
According to the institution, candidates must not only meet the general university cut off mark but also satisfy the specific score requirements for their chosen departments The announcement has generated major reactions among UTME candidates, especially those applying for competitive programs like Medicine, Law, Nursing, and Medical Laboratory Science
The newly released admission benchmarks show that professional and health related courses remain the most competitive in the university, while several other programs still maintain the minimum institutional benchmark
EBSU General Admission Requirements for 2026/2027
The management of Ebonyi State University stated that the minimum institutional cut off mark for the 2026/2027 admission exercise is 150
This means candidates who scored below 150 in the 2026 UTME will not be considered for admission into the university
However, the institution explained that some departments require much higher scores because of intense competition and the high number of applicants seeking admission into those programs
Candidates are therefore advised to compare their UTME scores carefully with the approved departmental benchmarks before proceeding with admission screening and course selection
EBSU Departmental Cut Off Marks for All Faculties
Faculty of Basic Medical Sciences
- Medicine and Surgery 250
- Anatomy and Physiology 160
Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology
- Nursing Science 230
- Medical Laboratory Science 200
Faculty of Law
- Civil Law 240
Faculty of Management Sciences
- Accountancy 160
- Other courses 150
Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities
- Mass Communication 160
- Other courses 150
Faculty of Sciences
- Computer Science 160
- Applied Microbiology 160
- Other courses 150
Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Resources Management
- All courses 150
Faculty of Education
- All courses 150
Faculty of Engineering and Environmental Sciences
- Chemical Engineering 170
- Electrical/Electronics Engineering 170
- Civil Engineering 160
- Environmental Sciences 150
Most Competitive Courses in EBSU for 2026/2027
The released benchmarks confirm that professional programs remain highly competitive at Ebonyi State University
Courses like Medicine and Surgery, Civil Law, Nursing Science, and Medical Laboratory Science recorded the highest departmental cut-off marks for the session
Top Competitive Courses
Medicine and Surgery 250
- Civil Law 240
- Nursing Science 230
- Medical Laboratory Science 200
Other programmes such as Computer Science, Engineering, Accountancy, and Mass Communication also witnessed moderate competition with scores ranging from 160 to 170
Important Advice to EBSU Admission Candidates
Candidates applying for admission into Ebonyi State University are advised to complete all necessary admission procedures to avoid disqualification
Applicants should ensure they upload their O’Level results on the JAMB CAPS portal and verify that their subject combinations meet departmental requirements
The university also encouraged candidates to monitor the school portal regularly for Post UTME updates, screening schedules, and other admission announcements
Students whose UTME scores fall below their preferred departmental benchmark may also consider changing to less competitive courses to improve their admission chances
EBSU Reaffirms Commitment to Transparent Admission Process
The management of Ebonyi State University reiterated its commitment to maintaining academic excellence and a transparent admission process for all qualified candidates
With the release of the proposed departmental cut off marks, thousands of admission seekers can now properly assess their chances and begin preparations for the next stage of the admission exercise
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