The LLB programme is gated by both the UTME cut-off at each institution and a competitive post-UTME, then capped by Bar Part II at the Nigerian Law School after graduation. Law cut-offs remain among the highest in the social-science and humanities tier.
Courses in this category
Average cut-offs by course, 2026
| Course | Lowest | Average | Highest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Law | 248 | 259.2 | 277 |
Top institutions for law courses
| # | Institution | Type | State | Avg 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | UI | federal | Oyo | 277 |
| 2 | UNILAG | federal | Lagos | 274 |
| 3 | OAU | federal | Osun | 274 |
| 4 | UNN | federal | Enugu | 267 |
| 5 | CU | private | Ogun | 267 |
| 6 | ABUAD | private | Ekiti | 263 |
| 7 | UNIBEN | federal | Edo | 262 |
| 8 | UNIZIK | federal | Anambra | 262 |
| 9 | UNILORIN | federal | Kwara | 261 |
| 10 | UNIPORT | federal | Rivers | 260 |
Ranking based on institution-level average UTME cut-off across law programmes in this guide for the 2026 cycle. Of 50 institutions tracked, those listed above offer at least one programme in the category.
Common questions
What is the average UTME cut-off for Law courses in 2026?
Across the 2 Law courses tracked in this guide, the 2026 cut-offs range from 248 to 277. The average across the category sits at 259.
Which Nigerian university has the highest cut-off in Law for 2026?
UI runs the highest average cut-off for Law programmes in this guide at 277, followed by UNILAG and OAU.
What subjects do I need for Law courses?
Subject combinations vary by course within the Law category, but typically include English Language as a constant alongside subject-specific requirements. Check the specific course page for the required UTME and O'level subjects.
Are Law courses competitive in Nigeria?
The LLB programme is gated by both the UTME cut-off at each institution and a competitive post-UTME, then capped by Bar Part II at the Nigerian Law School after graduation. Law cut-offs remain among the highest in the social-science and humanities tier.