UNILORIN Admission Requirements for All Courses 2026/2027

December 15, 2025 Cardoce

Hi, Aspirant! Welcome to Cardoce (UNILORIN Hub). Before applying for admission into the University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), it’s important to know the correct UNILORIN Admission requirements for your chosen course.

This guide explains both the UTME and Direct Entry requirements for all departments in UNILORIN for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Before we proceed, we will like to introduce you to the term :Admission Requirements”.

Table of Contents

What Is Admission Requirement?

From public resources online, Admission requirements are the specific criteria, qualifications, and standards an individual must meet to be accepted into an educational institution, program, or course. These can include academic achievements like grades and test scores, personal essays or statements, letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities. Meeting these requirements ensures an applicant has the necessary foundation to succeed in the program.

Types of admission requirements

Academic qualifications: This is often the most critical factor and can include:
- High school courses and grades
- Standardized test scores (e.g., SAT, ACT)
- GPA or overall average
- Previous degrees for graduate programs
Personal and supplementary materials:
- Personal statements or essays
- Letters of recommendation
- Portfolios of creative work

Now, let us get into the main purpose of this guide which is UNILORIN Admission requirements for all courses.

UNILORIN General Admission Requirements (UTME Candidates)

To gain admission into UNILORIN through UTME, you must:

Have at least five (5) O’level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
Sit for the 2026 JAMB UTME and score 180 or above
Choose UNILORIN as your first choice during JAMB registration
Register and sit for the UNILORIN Post-UTME screening
Meet the departmental cut-off mark for your course
Be at least 16 years of age at the time of application

General Admission Requirements (Direct Entry Candidates)

If you are applying through Direct Entry (DE), you must:

Possess two (2) A’ level passes or NCE/ND/HND in relevant subjects
Have five (5) O’level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
Apply through the JAMB Direct Entry portal and choose UNILORIN as your first choice
Participate in the UNILORIN Direct Entry screening exercise

UNILORIN Admission Requirements by Faculties

The table below shows the full UNILORIN Admission requirements as they varies by Faculties and departments:

Faculty	Department	UTME Subjects	O’Level Requirements
Arts	English	English, Literature, Government, CRS/IRS	5 credits including English, Lit-in-English, and any 3 arts subjects
Arts	History & International Studies	English, Government, CRS/IRS	5 credits including English, Government, and 3 other arts subjects
Engineering	Civil Engineering	English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	5 credits including English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and one other science subject
Engineering	Mechanical Engineering	English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	Same as above
Engineering	Electrical Engineering	English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	Same as above
Sciences	Computer Science	English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry	5 credits including English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and one other science subject
Sciences	Microbiology	English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics	5 credits including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Management Sciences	Accounting	English, Economics, Mathematics, Government	5 credits including English, Maths, Economics, and 2 other social science subjects
Law	Common Law	English, Literature, CRS/IRS, Government	5 credits including English, Lit-in-English, Government, and 2 other relevant subjects
Social Sciences	Economics	English, Mathematics, Economics, Government	5 credits including English, Maths, Economics, and 2 other relevant subjects
Basic Medical Sciences	Anatomy	English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics	5 credits including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics
Basic Medical Sciences	Physiology	English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics	Same as above
Clinical Sciences	Medicine & Surgery	English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics	5 credits including English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics

Important Notes

Candidates must upload their O’level results on the JAMB CAPS portal.
Using awaiting results is allowed, but results must be uploaded before admission is given.
Candidates with wrong subject combinations will not be considered.

Conclusion

Getting into UNILORIN is easy when you know the correct admission requirements.
Make sure your O’level, JAMB, and Post-UTME subjects match your chosen course.
Stay updated with the latest admission news on Cardoce.com — your reliable UNILORIN guide.

FAQs

Will UNILORIN Accep Two Sittings?

Yes, UNILORIN may accept two sittings but it depends on the course as competitive courses demands only a mximum of one sitting.

Is UNILORIN Stricty in Giving Admission?

UNILORIN is a big nstitution in Nigeria and is known to be somehow strict with admission when it comes to competitive courses like MBBS, Nursing, Law, MLS and others. Some courses are easy to get also. It depends on how lucky you are and meet the requirements which is always the best advice we can give to applicants.

What is the general admission requirement for UNILORIN

You must have at least five Olevel credits in relevant subjects in not more than two sittings. You must choose UNILORIN as first choice in JAMB. You must meet the departmental cut off mark for your course

Does UNILORIN accept two sittings for admission

Yes, UNILORIN accepts two sittings for most courses. Some competitive courses prefer one sitting but two sittings are allowed. Combine WAEC, NECO or NABTEB if the subjects match

What is the JAMB cut off mark for UNILORIN?

The minimum JAMB score is usually 180. Competitive courses require higher scores. Final cut off marks depend on your course and the year’s admission competition

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