The University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) is one of Nigeria’s leading federal universities located in the oil-rich Niger Delta region. Established in 1975, UNIPORT has grown into a major institution with strong programmes across Medicine, Engineering, Sciences, and the Humanities. The university is particularly renowned for its petroleum-related courses and its College of Health Sciences.
This guide provides comprehensive cut-off mark information for UNIPORT for the 2025/2026 academic session.
Last Updated: January 2025 | Author: Mrs. Chidinma Eze
About UNIPORT
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | University of Port Harcourt |
| Abbreviation | UNIPORT |
| Type | Federal University |
| Location | Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers State |
| Founded | 1975 |
| Website | uniport.edu.ng |
| Nickname | Unique UniPort |
UNIPORT General JAMB Cut-Off Mark
| Academic Session | Cut-Off Mark |
|---|---|
| 2025/2026 | 200 |
| 2024/2025 | 200 |
| 2023/2024 | 200 |
| 2022/2023 | 180 |
UNIPORT Departmental Cut-Off Marks 2025/2026
College of Health Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery | 265 | ✅ Available |
| Pharmacy | 250 | ✅ Available |
| Nursing Science | 240 | ✅ Available |
| Medical Laboratory Science | 230 | ✅ Available |
| Dentistry | 255 | ✅ Available |
Faculty of Law
| Course | Cut-Off Mark | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Law | 255 | ✅ Available |
Faculty of Engineering
| Course | Cut-Off Mark | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineering | 225 | ✅ Available |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering | 225 | ✅ Available |
| Civil Engineering | 220 | ✅ Available |
| Chemical Engineering | 220 | ✅ Available |
| Petroleum Engineering | 240 | ✅ Available |
| Gas Engineering | 230 | ✅ Available |
Faculty of Science
| Course | Cut-Off Mark | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 220 | ✅ Available |
| Biochemistry | 200 | ✅ Available |
| Microbiology | 200 | ✅ Available |
| Chemistry | 200 | ✅ Available |
| Physics | 200 | ✅ Available |
| Mathematics | 200 | ✅ Available |
Faculty of Management Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 210 | ✅ Available |
| Business Administration | 205 | ✅ Available |
| Banking and Finance | 205 | ✅ Available |
| Marketing | 200 | ✅ Available |
Faculty of Social Sciences
| Course | Cut-Off Mark | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Economics | 205 | ✅ Available |
| Mass Communication | 220 | ✅ Available |
| Political Science | 200 | ✅ Available |
| International Relations | 205 | ✅ Available |
| Public Administration | 200 | ✅ Available |
UNIPORT Aggregate Score Formula
- JAMB UTME Score: 50%
- POST-UTME Score: 30%
- O’Level Grades: 20%
UNIPORT POST-UTME Screening
UNIPORT conducts a Computer-Based Test for POST-UTME screening. The exam typically consists of 50 questions to be answered in 60 minutes. Questions are drawn from candidates’ JAMB subject combinations.
Key Tips:
- UNIPORT POST-UTME questions are moderate in difficulty — similar to JAMB level
- Petroleum Engineering and Medicine attract the most applicants — competition is fierce
- UNIPORT gives catchment area consideration to candidates from Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, and nearby states
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UNIPORT cut-off mark for 2025?
The general cut-off for UNIPORT is 200. Medicine requires 265, Petroleum Engineering requires 240, and Law requires 255.
Is UNIPORT good for Engineering?
Yes. UNIPORT is particularly strong in Petroleum and Gas Engineering due to its location in the Niger Delta oil region. Graduates are well-positioned for careers in the oil and gas industry.
Does UNIPORT give catchment area advantage?
Yes. As a federal university, UNIPORT follows the national admission quota system. Its catchment states include Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Imo, and Abia.
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Data sourced from JAMB Official Brochure and UNIPORT Senate-approved cut-off marks.