Lagos State University (LASU) is one of Nigeria’s most popular state universities and for good reason. Established in 1983 by the Lagos State Government, LASU has grown into a highly respected institution offering world-class programmes across medicine, law, engineering, management sciences, and the arts.
If LASU is your target for the 2026 admission cycle, knowing the JAMB cut-off mark for LASU is your first step. But there is a lot more you need to know including the departmental cut-offs, LASU’s unique aggregate scoring system, and the role your O’Level grades play in your admission chances. This guide covers it all.
What Is the JAMB Cut-Off Mark for LASU 2026?
LASU has approved a general JAMB cut-off mark of 195 and above for the 2026/2027 academic session. This means only candidates who score at least 195 are eligible to apply for the Post-UTME screening.
Any JAMB score less than 195 will automatically be rejected by LASU’s Admission Management. There are no exceptions to this rule.
However, 195 is the floor not the ceiling. Certain departments are much more competitive and may demand scores well above the minimum. Departments with higher demand and limited space often require higher UTME and aggregate scores.
Quick Summary:
- LASU General JAMB Cut-Off: 195
- Medicine: 240+ recommended
- Nursing: 270+ recommended
- Law, Computer Science: 200+
- No traditional Post-UTME — LASU uses JAMB + O’Level screening
- Indigenes of Lagos State receive preference
One Key Thing About LASU: No Traditional Post-UTME
This is something many candidates don’t know and it is critical.
LASU no longer conducts traditional Post-UTME exams. Instead, it uses a screening model based on submitted documents and aggregate score.
This means your JAMB score and your O’Level grades are the two things that determine your admission at LASU. There is no separate examination to write after JAMB. This makes it even more important to score high in JAMB and have strong WAEC or NECO results.
LASU Departmental Cut-Off Marks 2026
LASU has not officially made its departmental cut-off marks public for years. However, based on consistent data from recent admission cycles, the figures below give you a reliable guide to what each department typically requires:
College of Medicine / Health Sciences
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score | |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine & Surgery (MBBS) | 240 | |
| Nursing Science | 270 | |
| Pharmacy (PharmD) | 250 | |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 220 | |
| Physiology | 200 | |
| Biochemistry | 200 | |
| Anatomy | 200 |
For the 2024/2025 academic session, the cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery at LASU was set at 240, marking a significant threshold due to the high competitiveness of the course.
The 2024/2025 cut-off mark for Nursing at LASU was 270. Students should note that their screening aggregate should be above 80% to qualify for admission to the School of Nursing at LASU.
Faculty of Law
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score |
|---|---|
| Law (LLB) | 200 |
Gaining admission into Law at LASU requires a JAMB score of 200 and above. However, given competition, scoring 220+ is strongly advisable.
Faculty of Engineering
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | 200 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 200 |
| Chemical & Polymer Engineering | 200 |
| Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 200 |
| Computer Science | 200 |
| Systems Engineering | 200 |
The cut-off mark for Computer Science at Lagos State University is 200 or higher.
Faculty of Management Sciences
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score |
|---|---|
| Accounting | 195 |
| Business Administration | 195 |
| Economics | 195 |
| Banking & Finance | 195 |
| Marketing | 195 |
| Insurance | 195 |
Faculty of Social Sciences
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score |
|---|---|
| Mass Communication | 200 |
| Political Science | 195 |
| Sociology | 195 |
| Geography | 195 |
| Public Administration | 195 |
| Psychology | 195 |
Faculty of Arts / Languages
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score |
|---|---|
| Theatre Arts | 200 |
| African Languages & Literature | 195 |
| English Language | 195 |
| History & International Studies | 195 |
| Philosophy | 195 |
| Religious Studies | 195 |
Faculty of Education
| Course | Recommended JAMB Score |
|---|---|
| All Education programmes | 195 |
Note: These cut-off marks are based on the most current data from the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 admission cycles. Always verify on the official LASU portal at lasu.edu.ng.
How to Calculate Your LASU Aggregate Score
LASU’s aggregate system is unique it combines your JAMB score and your O’Level grades. There is no Post-UTME exam to worry about. Your strength in both JAMB and WAEC/NECO directly determines your aggregate.
LASU’s Aggregate Formula
Aggregate = JAMB Score Component + O’Level Component
To calculate the LASU aggregate score, first compute your O’Level result using the following grading system:
- A1 → 10 marks
- B2 → 9 marks
- B3 → 8 marks
- C4 → 7 marks
- C5 → 6 marks
- C6 → 5 marks
For your JAMB component, multiply your JAMB score by 0.15. For example: JAMB Score = 280 → 280 × 0.15 = 42 (JAMB component). O’Level Grades: A1, B2, B3, C4, C5 = 8 + 7 + 6 + 5 + 4 = 30 (O’Level component).
Step-by-Step Example
Say your JAMB score is 260 and your five best O’Level grades are A1, B2, B3, C4, C5:
- JAMB component: 260 × 0.15 = 39
- O’Level component: 10 + 9 + 8 + 7 + 6 = 40
- Total Aggregate = 39 + 40 = 79
Key Insight: If you have an A1 in a relevant subject, that’s 10 full points added to your aggregate this matters especially for courses like Law, Medicine, and Engineering.
Excellent WAEC grades are not just a bonus at LASU they are a major part of your admission score.
Recommended Aggregate Targets
| Course | Recommended Aggregate |
|---|---|
| Medicine & Surgery | 75+ |
| Nursing | 80+ |
| Pharmacy | 72+ |
| Law, Computer Science | 65+ |
| Engineering, Mass Comm. | 62+ |
| Management, Social Sciences | 58+ |
| Arts, Education | 55+ |
Courses Offered at LASU
Lagos State University runs programmes across 14 faculties, including:
- College of Medicine: Medicine & Surgery, Nursing Science, Pharmacy (PharmD), Medical Laboratory Science, Physiology, Biochemistry, Anatomy
- Faculty of Law: Law (LLB)
- Faculty of Engineering: Civil, Mechanical, Chemical & Polymer, Electrical & Electronics, Systems Engineering, Computer Science
- Faculty of Management Sciences: Accounting, Business Administration, Banking & Finance, Marketing, Insurance, Actuarial Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences: Economics, Political Science, Sociology, Psychology, Public Administration, Geography, Mass Communication
- Faculty of Arts: English Language, African Languages & Literature, History & International Studies, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Creative Arts, Theatre Arts
- Faculty of Education: Multiple teaching combinations across arts, sciences, social sciences, and vocational education
- Faculty of Science: Mathematics, Statistics, Microbiology, Chemistry, Physics, Botany, Zoology
- Faculty of Environmental Sciences: Architecture, Urban & Regional Planning, Estate Management, Fine & Applied Arts
- Faculty of Agriculture: Animal Science, Crop Production, Soil Science, Agricultural Economics
- Faculty of Communication & Media Studies: Journalism, Public Relations, Broadcasting
LASU Admission Requirements 2026
To be eligible for LASU admission in 2026, you must satisfy all of the following:
1. JAMB Score & First Choice
LASU strictly prioritises candidates who selected the institution as their first choice. Those who chose LASU as second choice might have little or no chance at all in securing admission. Score 195 and above in JAMB UTME and ensure LASU is your first choice.
2. O’Level Requirements
- Minimum of five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects from WAEC, NECO, or equivalent
- Credits must include English Language and Mathematics
- Results must not span more than two sittings
- LASU admission is STRICTLY based on a point grading system using UTME score and SSCE grades in five best relevant subjects for the candidate’s course choice. Choose your five relevant subjects wisely
- For Medicine: credits in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Mathematics, and English are required
- For Law: credits in English Language, Literature in English, Government/Economics are required
3. Screening Process
- LASU does not write Post-UTME exams. Instead, candidates must submit hard copies of their WAEC and JAMB results to the admission unit for verification and possible admission.
- Register online via the LASU screening portal when it opens
- Pay the screening fee and upload all required documents
- Ensure all names match across JAMB and O’Level documents
4. Age Requirement
- The age requirement for admission into LASU is 16 years old at the time of application.
5. Indigene Advantage
LASU, as a Lagos State government university, gives significant preference to indigenes of Lagos State. Non-indigenes can still gain admission but generally need stronger aggregate scores to compete.
How to Gain Admission into LASU in 2026. Practical Tips
[4/25/2026 8:33 PM] Vicky Edison: – Make LASU your first choice. LASU prioritises first-choice candidates. Second-choice candidates have little or no chance of securing admission.
- Score well above 195 in JAMB. If you are aiming for Law, Medicine, or Mass Communication, shoot for 250+ in JAMB. The higher your JAMB score, the stronger your aggregate.
- Invest in your WAEC or NECO. Since LASU does not conduct Post-UTME, your O’Level grades carry up to 40 points in your aggregate. Ace your WAEC or NECO those A1s and B2s count heavily in your screening. Aim for at least three A1s and two B2s in your five relevant subjects.
- Use the correct five O’Level subjects. LASU selects your five most relevant subjects to your course as per the JAMB brochure. Using irrelevant subjects will lower your O’Level score significantly.
- Submit your screening documents accurately. Ensure your name, date of birth, and all details match perfectly across your JAMB result, WAEC/NECO result, and birth certificate. Any mismatch can lead to disqualification.
- Apply for screening as soon as it opens. The LASU screening portal typically opens a few months after JAMB results are released. Do not delay — spaces are limited and the process is competitive.
- Consider your aggregate honestly. Calculate your aggregate using the formula above before deciding which course to apply for. If your aggregate is below 65, avoid Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy and target more accessible departments.
- Check the LASU portal and JAMB CAPS regularly. Admission lists are released in batches. Stay active on the LASU portal at lasu.edu.ng and monitor JAMB CAPS for your admission status.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the JAMB cut-off mark for LASU 2026?
LASU has approved a general JAMB cut-off mark of 195 for the 2026/2027 academic session. Only candidates who score at least 195 are eligible to apply for the Post-UTME screening.
2. Does LASU conduct Post-UTME?
LASU no longer conducts traditional Post-UTME exams. Instead, it uses a screening model based on submitted documents and aggregate score. Your admission is determined by your JAMB result and O’Level grades combined.
3. What is the LASU cut-off mark for Medicine and Surgery 2026?
The cut-off mark for the Medicine and Surgery programme at LASU is set at 240. For a realistic aggregate, you need a JAMB score of at least 240 combined with at least three A1s in relevant O’Level subjects. Scoring 300+ in JAMB significantly improves your chances.
4. What is the LASU cut-off mark for Nursing 2026?
The cut-off mark for Nursing at LASU is 270, and candidates’ screening aggregate should be above 80% to qualify for admission into the School of Nursing. Nursing at LASU is one of the most competitive courses in any state university in Nigeria.
5. How does LASU calculate aggregate scores?
LASU’s new grading formula multiplies your JAMB score by 0.15 for the JAMB component, and your five best O’Level grades are converted to points (A1=10, B2=9, B3=8, C4=7, C5=6, C6=5). The two components are added together for your final aggregate.
6. Can I gain admission into LASU with 195 in JAMB?
Yes, but only if your O’Level grades are strong enough to push your aggregate into a competitive range. For very competitive courses like Medicine and Nursing, 195 in JAMB is unlikely to produce a high enough aggregate regardless of your O’Level grades. It is realistic for Education, Arts, and less competitive Social Science courses.
7. Does being a Lagos State indigene help with admission into LASU?
Yes, significantly. LASU is a Lagos State government university and gives clear preference to Lagos indigenes during admission screening. Non-indigenes need stronger aggregate scores to compete for the same spaces.
Conclusion
Lagos State University offers excellent academic programmes and real career value and with the right preparation, getting in is absolutely achievable. You now know the JAMB cut-off mark for LASU 2026 is 195, that there is no traditional Post-UTME exam, and that your O’Level grades are just as important as your JAMB score in determining your admission.
Score high in JAMB. Get strong O’Level grades. Choose LASU as your first choice. And submit all your screening documents accurately and on time.
Your next steps:
- Visit the official LASU portal at lasu.edu.ng for the latest screening announcements
- Calculate your aggregate: (JAMB Score × 0.15) + (Sum of top 5 O’Level scores)
- Verify your O’Level results are uploaded correctly on JAMB CAPS
- Monitor JAMB CAPS at jamb.gov.ng for your admission status
LASU is waiting. Prepare well and go claim your spot.
