The cut-off mark OOU has fixed for 2026/2027 stands at 160. Candidates below that line will not proceed to the next stage, no matter how strong the rest of their application looks.
OOU, located in Ago-Iwoye, Ogun State, is a state-owned university. It was founded on July 7, 1982, as Ogun State University (OSU) and renamed Olabisi Onabanjo University on May 29, 2001, in honour of Chief (Dr.) Olabisi Onabanjo, the governor whose efforts helped establish it.
There are two different figures people mean when they say “OOU cut-off mark”: the general cut-off mark, and the departmental cut-off mark. They’re not the same number. Skipping or rushing this part of the process is one of the more common reasons admission gets delayed.
OOU General Cut-Off Mark
OOU’s general cut-off mark for 2026/2027 is 160, above JAMB’s national floor of 150 for universities this cycle. That means you need at least 160 in UTME, with OOU as your first choice, before you’re eligible to write the post-UTME screening exercise. Scoring higher than 160 genuinely improves your odds, since OOU’s admission is competitive.
OOU Departmental Cut-Off Mark
Departmental cut-off marks vary by course, and OOU sets them above the 160 general floor for competitive programmes. Reported figures put Medicine and Surgery around 270 and above, and Law around 250 and above, while less competitive courses in Education, Agriculture, and the Arts tend to sit closer to the general 160 floor.
We couldn’t pull a fresh confirmation of every department’s exact figure straight off OOU’s site for 2026/2027, so treat the specific numbers as a strong guide rather than guaranteed, and double check with the faculty once post-UTME opens.
A note on an older version of this page: it listed departmental figures in the 40 to 65 range (Pharmacy, Medicine, Law, and so on), labeled “cut-off marks.”.
Those were actually aggregate scores from a past admission cycle, a different metric calculated from JAMB and post-UTME scores combined, not the raw UTME score needed to qualify for screening. We’ve removed that table to avoid the confusion.
OOU is known to favour first-choice candidates over second-choice ones, and indigenes of Ogun State may see a different internal threshold than non-indigenes in some departments. Confirm your specific case with the admissions office.
Olabisi Onabanjo Screening Process
OOU’s screening comes in two phases. The first is for candidates writing the post-UTME exercise, you’ll need your JAMB registration printout, JAMB result, and SSCE result, and it’s worth getting to the screening venue early to avoid delays.
The second phase kicks in once you’re fully admitted, when you’ll need to submit for proper registration:
- Original copies and photocopies of your qualifications
- Birth certificate
- Certificate of identification / local government of origin
- Attestation letter
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OOU Direct Entry Cut-Off Mark
The direct-entry cut-off mark follows the same general cut-off, but direct-entry candidates are expected to have:
- OND, HND, NCE, A-Level, or JUPEB qualification
- Certificate of a first degree, where applicable
- For diploma holders from other approved institutions, a minimum of upper credit, applied for through JAMB
Post-UTME Mode of Registration
- Visit the OOU post-UTME application portal
- Create a profile through the school portal
- Generate your payment invoice
- Complete registration and print your post-UTME screening pass
Screening time and venue will be communicated to all candidates in due course.
How to Calculate OOU Cut Off Mark and Your Aggregate Score
Knowing how to calculate your aggregate score helps you work out whether you’re realistically within range for your department. OOU’s formula:
- Divide your JAMB score by 8
- Divide your post-UTME score by 2
- Add the two results together
That final figure, not your raw JAMB score, is what gets compared against the department’s admission threshold once the screening list is released.
FAQ
How many questions is OOU Post-Utme?
It is 50 questions. These questions are a mixture of English language, current affairs, and any other three subjects related to your course.
Does OOU accept the Second Choice?
Yes, OOU accepts the second choice as long as you meet other requirements.
How much is OOU Post –Utme Form?
It is 2000 naira.
Please note that this fee is non-refundable.
Why OOU’s Cutoff Is Just the Start
The cut-off mark is OOU‘s way of narrowing the field. Candidates who clear it still have real work left before admission is confirmed.