UNIMAID Post-UTME & Direct Entry Screening 2025/2026: Cut-Off Marks, Eligibility, Registration & Deadlines


Interested in gaining admission into the University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) this 2025/2026 session? Here’s your comprehensive guide—covering cut-off marks, eligibility criteria, how to apply, and key dates.


Cut-Off Marks by Course

  • The minimum UTME score for eligibility is 150, though several competitive courses require higher marks.
  • Highly selective programmes include:
    • Medicine & Surgery (MBBS/BDS): Minimum 250
    • Human Anatomy/Physiology, Nursing, Radiography, Medical Lab Sciences: Minimum 200–220
    • Broad disciplines like Computer Science, Law, Engineering, Life Sciences: Range between 180–220

Always verify your chosen programme’s score requirement before applying.


Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the screening exercise:

  • First-Choice Requirement: You must have selected UNIMAID as your first choice in JAMB.
  • UTME Score: Must meet the general minimum of 150, or the higher departmental cut-off for your programme.
  • O’Level Results: You must have a minimum of five relevant credits, including Mathematics and English, in no more than two sittings, and results must be uploaded on JAMB CAPS.
  • Direct Entry Applicants (DE): Must hold a Lower Credit at ND/HND, or Merit in NCE; IJMB qualifications are also accepted.

If your score falls short, consider changing to a programme whose cut-off you have met.


Registration Process: Step-by-Step

Registration opens on 11 August 2025 and closes on 11 September 2025—strictly enforced.

Here’s how to apply:

  1. Visit UNIMAID’s screening portal and log in using your JAMB Registration Number as username and the default password provided.
  2. Upload required documents including a passport photo, O’Level and DE results (if applicable), and your contact information.
  3. Pay the screening fee of ₦2,000 via Remita, using the generated invoice.
  4. Submit your application, then print your screening summary slip for future reference.

No physical tests—screening is fully online.


Quick Overview Table

ItemDetails
UTME Cut-Off MarksGeneral 150+, with selections up to 250 for competitive programmes
DE ApplicantsND/HND Lower Credit or NCE Merit
Screening Fee₦2,000 via Remita
Registration Period11 August – 11 September 2025
Required UploadsO’Level on JAMB CAPS
Screening MethodOnline only—no physical test

FAQ — Targeted for Search Visibility

What is the UNIMAID Post-UTME cut-off mark?
A general UTME benchmark of 150; higher marks needed for Medicine, Law, and Sciences.

Who is eligible to register?
Only candidates who chose UNIMAID as their first-choice and meet the specified scores and document requirements.

How much is the screening fee?
₦2,000—paid via Remita during online registration.

When is the registration open?
From 11 August to 11 September 2025—no extension will be granted.

What qualifications are accepted for DE candidates?
A Lower Credit in ND/HND or Merit in NCE; IJMB applicants are also considered.


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