Last Updated on 2 months ago by Haruna Ayuba
The Sule Lamido University (SLU) cut-off mark for the 2026/2027 academic session is 150 for most undergraduate programmes, rising to 160 for a smaller group of courses in Computing/IT, Islamic Studies, Biology, and Economics. Direct Entry candidates need a minimum of 7 points. Below is the complete, course-by-course breakdown, verified from the official university notice.
- Key Highlights
- About Sule Lamido University
- SLU Cut-Off Mark for All Courses 2026/2027
- Direct Entry Cut-Off Mark
- Eligibility Beyond the Cut-Off Mark
- How to Apply After Meeting the Cut-Off Mark
- How SLU's Cut-Off Mark Compares to Other Northern Universities
- Frequently Asked Questions — SLU Cut-Off Mark
- Final Thoughts
Key Highlights
- General UTME cut-off mark: 150
- Higher cut-off mark: 160 (Computing/IT and a handful of other courses)
- Direct Entry minimum: 7 points
- First choice required: Yes — or change your JAMB choice to SLU if you scored 150+
- Post-UTME/DE screening fee: ₦2,000
- Registration window: 27th July 2026 – 30th August 2026
- Source: Official SLU registration notice, dated 29 July 2026
About Sule Lamido University
Sule Lamido University (SLU) is a state-owned public university located in Kafin Hausa, Jigawa State. It was established by the Jigawa State Government and licensed by the National Universities Commission (NUC) in July 2013 as the 39th state-owned university and 129th in the Nigerian university system. SLU runs undergraduate programmes across six faculties: Agriculture and Natural Resource Management, Computing and Information Technology, Education, Humanities, Natural and Applied Sciences, and Social and Management Sciences.
SLU keeps its cut-off marks close to the JAMB national minimum, making it one of the more accessible state universities in northern Nigeria for candidates who meet the baseline O’Level and UTME requirements.
SLU Cut-Off Mark for All Courses 2026/2027
150 and Above
| Faculty | Courses |
|---|---|
| Agriculture and Natural Resource Management | Agricultural Economics and Extension, Animal Science, Crop Science, Soil and Land Management Science |
| Education | B.A.(Ed.) Arabic, English, Hausa, History; B.A./B.Sc. Library and Information Science; B.Sc.(Ed.) Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
| Humanities | B.A. Arabic, English, Hausa, History |
| Natural and Applied Sciences | B.Sc. Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics |
| Social and Management Sciences | B.Sc. Accounting, Business Management, Geography, Political Science, Sociology |
160 and Above
| Faculty | Courses |
|---|---|
| Computing and Information Technology | B.Sc. Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Software Engineering |
| Education | B.A.(Ed.) Islamic Studies, B.Sc.(Ed.) Biology, B.Sc.(Ed.) Computer Science |
| Humanities | B.A. Islamic Studies |
| Natural and Applied Sciences | B.Sc. Biology |
| Social and Management Sciences | B.Sc. Economics |
Source: Official SLU registration notice, 29 July 2026. Confirm your specific programme’s cut-off on the admissions portal before applying, as departmental figures can be revised.
Direct Entry Cut-Off Mark
Direct Entry (DE) candidates need a minimum of 7 points across all programmes, based on one of the following:
- Lower Credit in National Diploma (ND), or
- Merit in Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE), or
- 7 points in IJMBE Advanced Level
Eligibility Beyond the Cut-Off Mark
Meeting the cut-off mark alone does not guarantee a place on the Post-UTME/DE screening portal. Candidates must also meet these conditions:
- First choice: You must have selected Sule Lamido University as your first-choice institution in the 2026 UTME. If you did not, you can still apply after changing your institution to SLU on the JAMB portal — but only if you scored 150 or above.
- O’Level requirement: A minimum of five (5) relevant credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
- Direct Entry documents: DE candidates must also hold the relevant ND, NCE, or A’Level qualification described above.
How to Apply After Meeting the Cut-Off Mark
- Go to admissions.slu.edu.ng and select UTME or Direct Entry (DE).
- Log in with your JAMB registration number and UTME score (UTME candidates) or your DE registration number, state of origin, and gender (DE candidates).
- Upload a recent passport photograph and complete your profile.
- Upload your O’Level results (Direct Entry candidates also upload A’Level results).
- Pay the ₦2,000 screening fee via Remita or debit card.
- Print your Acknowledgement Slip.
Registration for the 2026/2027 session runs from 27th July 2026 to midnight on 30th August 2026.
How SLU’s Cut-Off Mark Compares to Other Northern Universities
| School | Type | General Cut-Off | Notable Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sule Lamido University (this guide) | State Uni | 150 (160 for some courses) | Close to JAMB’s national minimum |
| Federal University Dutse (FUD) | Federal Uni | 160 | Also based in Jigawa State |
| Lagos State University (LASU) | State Uni | 195 | Uniform cut-off across all courses |
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- Sule Lamido University (SLU) Post-UTME/DE Form 2026/2027: How to Apply
- JAMB Cut-Off Mark 2026: Official Scores for All Universities, Polytechnics & Colleges
Frequently Asked Questions — SLU Cut-Off Mark
What is the SLU cut-off mark for 2026/2027?
The general cut-off mark is 150 for most courses. A smaller group of programmes, mainly in Computing/IT, Islamic Studies, Biology, and Economics, require 160.
What is the SLU cut-off mark for Computer Science?
B.Sc. Computer Science, along with Cyber Security, Information Technology, and Software Engineering, requires a minimum UTME score of 160 at SLU.
Can I apply to SLU with 150 in JAMB?
Yes, a score of 150 qualifies you for most SLU programmes, including Agriculture, most Education courses, Humanities (excluding Islamic Studies), most Natural and Applied Sciences courses, and most Social and Management Sciences courses.
What is the SLU Direct Entry cut-off mark?
Direct Entry candidates need a minimum of 7 points, based on Lower Credit in ND, Merit in NCE, or 7 points in IJMBE Advanced Level.
Does meeting the cut-off mark guarantee admission to SLU?
No. Meeting the cut-off mark only qualifies you to register for the Post-UTME/DE screening. You must also meet the O’Level requirement and complete registration before the deadline.
Can I still apply to SLU if I didn’t choose it as my first choice?
Yes, provided you scored 150 or above. You will need to change your institution choice to SLU through the JAMB CAPS portal before the registration deadline.
Does SLU have different cut-off marks for indigenes and non-indigenes?
The official notice does not distinguish cut-off marks by state of origin. The cut-off marks above apply to all candidates regardless of indigeneship status.
Final Thoughts
SLU’s cut-off mark for 2026/2027 stays close to the JAMB national minimum, making it one of the more accessible options among state universities for candidates who meet the general 150 threshold. A smaller set of Computing/IT and related courses require 160. Before applying, confirm your specific programme’s cut-off on the official portal at admissions.slu.edu.ng, since departmental figures can be revised. If anything here needs clarifying, drop your question in the comments — we respond to every one.
Source: This guide is based on the official Sule Lamido University Post-UTME/DE registration notice, signed by the Director, Directorate of Information and Communication Technology (ICT), and dated 29 July 2026. This page will be updated if the university announces any changes to cut-off marks.
⚠️ Disclaimer: Cut-off marks are subject to change by the institution at any time. Always verify the latest figures on the official portal at admissions.slu.edu.ng before applying. CampusNinja is not affiliated with Sule Lamido University and cannot be held responsible for changes made after our last update.
