A JAMB score of 240 qualifies for Estate Management at 13 institutions in our 2026 dataset. The lowest cut-off for the course is 218.
Where 240 qualifies for Estate Management
| Institution | Course | UTME cut-off | Aggregate | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAU Osun | Estate Management | 239 | 71.9 | federal | Qualifies |
| CU Ogun | Estate Management | 232 | 71.0 | private | Qualifies |
| UNILORIN Kwara | Estate Management | 229 | 70.6 | federal | Qualifies |
| BUK Kano | Estate Management | 228 | 70.5 | federal | Qualifies |
| LMU Kwara | Estate Management | 228 | 70.5 | private | Qualifies |
| UNIPORT Rivers | Estate Management | 226 | 70.3 | federal | Qualifies |
| FUTA Ondo | Estate Management | 225 | 70.1 | federal | Qualifies |
| ABU Kaduna | Estate Management | 224 | 70.0 | federal | Qualifies |
| BOWEN Osun | Estate Management | 224 | 70.0 | private | Qualifies |
| FUNAAB Ogun | Estate Management | 223 | 69.9 | federal | Qualifies |
| LASU Lagos | Estate Management | 221 | 69.6 | state | Qualifies |
| UNICAL Cross River | Estate Management | 219 | 69.4 | federal | Qualifies |
| NOUN FCT | Estate Management | 218 | 69.3 | federal | Qualifies |
Borderline picks at 240
| Institution | Course | UTME cut-off | Aggregate | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UI Oyo | Estate Management | 242 | 72.3 | federal | Borderline |
| UNILAG Lagos | Estate Management | 242 | 72.3 | federal | Borderline |
What this means in plain language
The course cut-off mark is the UTME threshold to be considered for admission to Estate Management at a given institution. Clearing it means your application proceeds to post-UTME screening. Estate Management cut-offs in our 2026 dataset range from 218 to 242 across Nigerian universities.
A score of 240 is above the lowest cut-off and qualifies you to apply at the institutions listed above.
If 240 is not enough, what now?
Three honest routes are open. First, retake JAMB next cycle aiming for a higher score. Second, change first-choice course to a related programme with a lower cut-off but similar career destination (use our quiz to find one). Third, explore the same course at less competitive institutions, including state and private universities where cut-offs sit lower.
Diploma routes (ND at a polytechnic, then HND or Direct Entry to a degree), pre-degree programmes and JUPEB are also workable longer paths. They take more time but they work.
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Can I study Estate Management with 240 in JAMB 2026?
Yes. A JAMB score of 240 qualifies for Estate Management at 13 institutions in our 2026 dataset, where the cut-off is 240 or lower. Clearing the cut-off makes you eligible for post-UTME screening; the post-UTME aggregate then decides admission.
What is the actual cut-off mark for Estate Management in 2026?
Estate Management cut-off marks for 2026 range from 218 at the most accessible institutions to 242 at the most competitive, across the 15 institutions offering the course in this guide. JAMB's national minimum is 150, but the course-specific institutional cut-off is the figure that decides consideration.
Which universities offer Estate Management with a cut-off around 240?
Institutions with Estate Management cut-offs closest to 240 include OAU (239), UI (242), UNILAG (242), CU (232). Use the full table on this page to see every institution sorted by cut-off.
If I don't qualify for Estate Management with 240, what are my alternatives?
Three routes. First, apply for Estate Management at a less competitive institution where the cut-off is at or below 240. Second, pick a related course in the same field with a lower cut-off. Third, use the change-of-course window during the JAMB cycle, or a longer path through polytechnic ND and Direct Entry, JUPEB or a pre-degree programme.
Can I retake JAMB to score higher for Estate Management?
Yes. JAMB UTME can be retaken in the next admission cycle. If 240 falls short for Estate Management, a focused retake aiming for 238+ opens the broader range of institutions. Run the retake plan in parallel with a polytechnic or pre-degree application so the year is not lost if the retake also falls short.
Should I consider Estate Management at a state or private university?
Often yes. State universities and newer federal universities frequently set lower Estate Management cut-offs than the leading federal universities, and several private universities admit on the national minimum plus an internal screening. The trade-off is fees: federal sits at ₦40,000-₦200,000 per session, state ₦80,000-₦400,000, private ₦600,000 and above.