Rivers state university of Science and Technology – RSUST JAMB and departmental cut-off mark for all courses 2025/2026 academic session is out! Therefore all candidates who put Rivers state university of Science and Technology as their preferred choice of higher institution during the UTME registration can confirm if they meet the current cut-off mark for the institution.
Any candidate who meets the cut off mark would then proceed for post UTME and internal screening exercise at Rivers state university of Science and Technology, so candidates are thereby are advised to carry all supporting documents along including recent passport photographs.
See the approved RSUST JAMB and departmental cut off mark at the end of this post.
Candidates should note that the benefits of meeting RSUST cut off mark for 2025/2026 is that it affords candidates the opportunity to gain admission to sit for post UTME aptitude tests and also study any of the courses offered in Rivers state university of Science and Technology so long as the candidates get a good score in the internal screening exercise.
Documents required for Internal screening in Rivers state university of Science and Technology – RSUST are;
- In order to be eligible for admission at RSUST, candidates must score up to the minimum cut off mark for the current academic session as fixed by JAMB (Joint Admission and Matriculation Board)
- Candidates applying for admission into Rivers state university of Science and Technology must have a minimum of 5 credits in Mathematics and English and other relevant subjects as it relates to his or her course of study in not more than two (2) sittings to be eligible to sit for their post UTME aptitude test
- Original and photocopies of candidate’s JAMB result slip
- Original documents which includes ‘O’ level certificates please note that awaiting results are not accepted by Rivers state university of Science and Technology – RSUST
- Original copy of your birth certificate or birth declaration
- Candidates are also to carry along with them recent passport photographs (Coloured)
The category of UTME and DE candidates that chose Rivers State University of Science and Technology have in recent times experienced challenges in getting the actual cut off mark for their course. Many questions have been left unanswered so I thought it helpful to answer these questions as it may also fall in line with the question you reading this post may have been wanting to ask in the table below;
| FAQs on RSUST JAMB CUT OFF MARK | ANSWERS |
| What is RSUST current cut off mark? | RSUST cut off mark is 190. Any UTME candidate that scores 190 and above is eligible for RSUST post UTME screening exercise. |
| Does RSUST Accept second choice candidates? | RSUST accepts only first choice candidates. |
| Can RSUST accept me if I score 190? | As stated above, only UTME candidates that score 190 and above are eligible to apply for RSUST post UTME therefore you are qualified. |
| What is RSUST cut off mark for Economics? | Candidates with 190 and above and score at least 65 in their post UTME have higher chances of studying Accounting in RSUST. However, if you score 180 and above, you are eligible for post UTME screening test at the institution but you will be required to change your course. |
| If I score 230 in my UTME and still use RSUST as second choice can I gain admission? | The institution admits first and second choice UTME and DE candidates so long as you score up to the minimum cut off point. |
| How can I change my university to RSUST because I passed their cut off mark? | Simply purchase a change of course form from JAMB, it costs about two-thousand five hundred naira (N2,500). Fill the necessary details and submit. You will be informed when your application is successful via the registered email or you can verify via JAMB CAPS. |
| I have my complete O’Level result and 200 JAMB score, I am applying for Microbiology. What are my chances of gaining admission in RSUST? | With 200 JAMB score and complete O’level you still stand a chance of gaining admission into the institution but studying MCB wil be a bit challenging. It is advisable you change your course to a less competitive one. |
| Does RSUST accept combination of WAEC and NECO results? | Yes but it is advisable you make use of WAEC and WAEC or NECO/NECO combination. |
| I am an indigene of the state, can I be considered for admission if I score below the cut off mark? | The JAMB cut off mark for RSUST is the same for all candidates irrespective of the state of origin of the candidate. |
| What is the cut off mark for Business Administration in this institution? | We advise that you score at least 200 and above in your JAMB and at least 65 in your post UTME so when your aggregate score is calculated, you will stand a better chance of gaining admission into the university. |
| What is the cut off mark for computer science in RSUST, I scored 240, and can I gain admission? | AU cut off mark for computer science is 240 and above though the higher your UTME score, the better your chances. Also, your post UTME score would be the determining factor. Notwithstanding, you are eligible to participate in the post UTME or change your course to a less competitive one. |
| I am an indigene and I scored 225 in JAMB, can I secure admission into RSUST? | The answer is YES you can because you scored higher than the minimum cut off mark for the university. However, gaining admission would also depend on the course you selected. |
| What is RSUST JAMB cut off mark and aggregate score for law | You need an aggregate score of 260 to study Law at RSUST. |
| Can someone with 220 in my JAMB, can i gain admission into RSUST to study accounting? | You can gain admission into RSUST but you cannot to study Accounting with 220 UTME score. Accounting is a professional course hence high JAMB cut off mark. You need at least 245 and above in your UTME to study Accounting at RSUST. |
| Does RSUST accept Transfer students from other universities? | Yes RSUST accept transfer students so long as you meet their requirements. |
| What is the JAMB cut off mark for Engineering in RSUST? | With a JAMB score of 160 you are eligible to participate in RSUST post UTME However, you require at least 240 and above you can study Engineering in RSUST. Engineering courses require high JAMB score due to the strong competition for admission slot. |
| What is the required JAMB cut off mark for Faculty of Social Sciences and Management sciences | The cut off mark varies. As for faculty of social sciences, the minimum cut off mark is 190 while management science is 190 respectively. |
The table above shows the most asked questions and best possible answers as regards RSUST JAMB admission cut off mark. Kindly go through them thoroughly as they would be very useful in helping you know your course and required cut off mark.
RSUST JAMB Cut off Mark For All Courses 2025/2026 Academic Session
RSUST JAMB cut off mark for all courses 2025/2026 academic session is 190 points, therefore, candidates who score up to 190 and above are automatically eligible for RSUST internal screening exercise, but we must warn you, the higher your JAMB score, the higher your chances of clinching the course registered in your UTME.
The table below is the departmental cut off mark for eligibility for post UTME for all candidates.
Kindly note that for any candidate to sit for RSUST post UTME screening exam, he or she must first score up to the minimum RSUST general cut off mark which would automatically give candidate the bragging right to be able to sit for post UTME at the institution.
See below the cut off points for all courses as directed by JAMB
| Accounting | 190 |
| Adult and Community Education | 190 |
| Agricultural and Environmental Engineering | 190 |
| Agricultural Economics and Extension | 190 |
| Agricultural Economics and Farm Management | 190 |
| Agricultural Science and Education | 190 |
| Agriculture | 190 |
| Animal Science | 190 |
| Applied Biology | 190 |
| Architecture | 190 |
| Banking and Finance (Admin) | 190 |
| Biochemistry | 190 |
| Biological Science(s) | 190 |
| Business Education | 190 |
| Chemical / Petrochemical Engineering | 190 |
| Chemistry | 190 |
| Civil Engineering | 190 |
| Computer Engineering | 190 |
| Computer Science | 190 |
| Crop Science | 190 |
| Education and Biology | 190 |
| Education and Science | 190 |
| Electrical Engineering | 190 |
| Estate Management | 190 |
| Fisheries Management | 190 |
| Food Science and Technology | 190 |
| Forestry / Forest Resources Management | 190 |
| Home Science and Management | 190 |
| Land Survey | 190 |
| Law | 190 |
| Marine Engineering | 190 |
| Marketing | 190 |
| Mass Communication | 190 |
| Mathematics | 190 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 190 |
| Office And Information Management | 190 |
| Personnel Management | 190 |
| Petroleum Engineering | 190 |
| Physics | 190 |
| Quantity Surveying | 190 |
| Soil Science | 190 |
| Technical Education | 190 |
| Urban and Regional Planning | 190 |
Do you have any question(s) as regards Rivers state university of Science and Technology JAMB and departmental cut-off mark for all courses 2025/2026 academic session, kindly could scroll down to the comment section below, post your questions and we will respond in no time.
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Do they accept second choice candidate
Yes RSUST accepts 2md choice UTME candidates
what about art courses
I want to know the department of businessmanagement cutoff in UST
What is the departmental cut off for businesses management.
Does ust offer medicine and surgery
Please I want to know the cut off mark for animal science in rsu
Comment Text*Please,i throught rust do offer microbiology?
Cut off mark on med lab
Comment Text*please do they accept second choice
no
please do they accept second choice
Yes RSUST accepts 2nd choice candidates
My score is 264 in jamb to study medicine and surgery, although it’s not my first choice of University, can I do a change of institute now, and do I stand a good chance of gaining admission into their medical college
Yes please do a change of institution to RSUST. Yes you can gain admission into their Medical College if you score high in your post UTME. I wish you the best bro.
What if you score 169 as accounting department will u sit for the post Utme
No
Pls I score 181 In jamb can I study med. lab in RSUST
Most science courses require more than just meeting the cut off marks.
..I scored 169 can I gain admission in any engineering courses??
Please What is the cut off mark for medical laboratories
I score 222 and I want to read law and my second choice is Rsust can I go for the screening
I scored 206
Can I offer Mechanical Engineering in RSU
No. 206 is to low for Mechanical Engineering
Please I scored 169 in jamb and I put RSUT as my second choice and I want to study business management can I still apply?
Pls I scored 225 in my jamb and I equally have credits in all o level exam, and I put UST as my first choice of institution to study law, so do I stand any chance of studying my desired course?
I sat for my waec just once.pls I need an answer .
And what does this screening of a thing actually mean?
You cannot study law with 225. Screening is the process of verification of original results and documents of candidates to confirm whether they are eligible for admission.
Ok, thanks a lot for the information.
But why can’t I study law with 225 , since it is stated that the cut off mark is 180?
And then Pls what do u think I should do, I mean should I go for change of course or should I wait and see the course they will offer me themselves?
Pls don’t be offended but I urgently need an answer.
Thanks
And if I may ask , can someone that scored 241 study law in RSUST?
But why can’t I study law with 225 since it said that the cut cutoff mark for UST is 180?
Based on rsu,If you scored 255 in jamb and scored 21 i post utme for accounting can you be sure of getting admission
Please have they started selling aptitude test forms
Not yet. Post UTME forms are not on sale yet.
Please,does Rsu take 2choice and if I get 180 in jamb and credits , can I be admitted??
Can I get admission for medicine or nursing with my score aswell as I am also an indigin
Yes RSU accepts second choice.
Please, can I get addition into RSU with 190 in any engineering course
No. 190 UTME score cannot guarantee you any Engineering course in RSUST.
Pls can I sit for post utme with 163 in River State University?
Yes
Does UST offer gyneacology?..
And what is the cut off mark
My score is 264 in jamb to study medicine and surgery, although it’s not my first choice of University, can I do a change of institute now, and do I stand a good chance of gaining admission into their medical college. Please reply
Thanks
i want to know the cut off mark for Law in UST
If I score 180 in jamb for law will I be able to sit for UTME exam
Of course you will be able to sit for post UTME but you will not be given admission to study law because of your low UTME score. It will be in your best interest to change your course to a less competitive course
Me too
What is the cutoff for medicine and surgury
It hasn’t been announced yet. However, you ought to have scored at least 285 and above to stand a chance.
Please l scored 186 in Jamb
Am I qualified to study law in RSUST
No you can’t study Law with 186 UTME score
Pls I scored 204 in jamb can I still gain admission to study electrical engineering in RSUST if my waec result is witnin the grades of A and B and my post utme score is high and if so how high must my post utme score be for that to happen
It’s not possible
I scored 183 can i get an admission in Marine engineer
I got 225 in jamb
Do I have hope of getting an admission to study law in RUST??
please i scored 226 in jamb,can i study law in UST
Pls I scored 191 can I be able to study law in ust?
Please I got 202 in JAMB will I be given the opportunity to study civil law ?
Please I scored 202 in JAMB , can I be able to study LAW in UST?
I scored 173 can I gain admission to study economics or banking n finance
Rsu is my first choice but I scored 173 can I enroll for post utme for this year 2021
I scored 178 in jamb can I sit for post utme and study computer engineering in Rsu??
Can I sit for post utme in Rsu with a jamb cut off mark of 178
188 political science will I be able to gain admission Into USt?
I scored 176 can I apply for the post UTME exam?
I scored 148 can I apply for post time form
No. Your score is below the required cut off mark
I got 150 can l gain admission into Rsust
Unfortunately you will not be accepted because you did not score up to RSUST minimum cut off mark.
Hi i scored 205 in jamb and I’m an indigene too.
Can i be able to study law with my jamb score?
No you can’t.
Elo I scored 155 in jamb can get admission in Rsust
No you can’t
What’s the cut off mark for medicine in Rsut
I scored 238 in jamb, am i fit to study LAW in ust .
i scored 177 in jamb,can i still be able to write the post utme exercise
Sure you can
Enter your comment here…Hi i scored 181 in jamb what course can i possibly study with dat in River state university please??
I need to know the courses and O’level subjects you registered in your UTME before I can advice.
I scored 198 can I get admission into marine engineering
Any engineering course would require you score at least 230 and above to stand a chance of being admitted
What is the cut off mark for Law in RSUST
Please I scored 200 in jamb and I want to study medicine and surgery in rsu . Do you think it’s possible
Truth be told, it’s not possible. 200 UTME score is too low for medicine and surgery at RSU
I scored 173 would i qualify for utme exam in RSUST for electrical engineer
Yes you will be qualified for post UTME just that you won’t be offered Electrical Engineering
Pls i scored 168 in jamb
Can I gain admission in RSU to study petroleum engineering or gealogy
I will advice you change your course to a less competitive one. 168 UTME score can never give you admission to study Petroleum Engineering in any school.
I scored 198 in jamb what do I need to score in post utme
Score from 70 and above to stand a good chance
187 can I do history and diplomacy
No you can’t. Your 187 UTME score is too low if History and Diplomacy at RSUST.
I score 206 can I study law
Law requires a high UTME score so 206 is too low. I will advice you change your course
I get 176 in my jamb can I gain admission in RSUST
Yes but it also depends on the course you registered
what if your jamb score is 199 and RUST is your 2nd choice will you be accepted for law
No
Can one get admission into ust with 169
Yes
I scored 178 which course can I apply for in RSUST
I scored 157,can I go for banking and finance in RSU?
No
I scored 196, can I study computer science in RSU?
No
Pls I got 189 in jamb can I still get admission to study law in rsust
Not possible. Change your course
I score 174 in my jamb will I gain admission in RSUST
What course did you apply for
Electrical engineering
PLs i scored 164 in jamb will i be able to gain admission to study either medicine or Nursing
also i want to go for change of institution .so i will be putting UST as my First choice
I scored 205 in jamb can i write post utme in RSUST
Of course you are eligible for post UTME screening exercise at RSUST.
I scored 191 in jamb can I study nursing rsu
No you can’t. Please change your course
Please Can I know the main Cut off mark for nursing in UST
The cut off mark is on the post
Hi m Rhoda Lawrence I score 170 in Jamb applying for marketing in UST can I gain admission
Please change your course. Your chances are slim
Do you stand a chance of studying medicine and surgery with 250.if yes what do I need to score in post utme?…pls it’s really urgent
Your chances are slim. You need to score up to 90% of your total score to stand a chance because Medicine is a highly competitive course.
My score in jamb is 192 what art course can I study in UST
Please sir I scored 176 can I pick a form to study Economic in RSU
You can pick a form but you won’t be given Economics
If I don’t put my middle name in my o level but put it in my jamb will it affect my admission
No it won’t
I scored 179 in jamb can I participate in rsust post utme
Please what is the JAMB cut off and Post utme score for med and surgery in rsust
Just ensure your score at ;east 180 and above and you will be eligible for post UTME screening
Hello sir I’m wisdom, please I want to study computer science but my mark is 189. Will I be able to get the course?
No you won’t
Pls what is the cuttoff mark for chemical / petrochemical engineering in UST pls I need the answer very urgent
You need at least 250 and above in your UTME to stand a chance of being admitted if you pass your post UTME test.
I got 170 in jamb can I apply for business management?
No
Please I scored 185 in JAMB intending to do medicine, can I sit for medicine Post UTME in RSUST.
If I get an admission into RSUST through another course, can I switch to medicine and surgery on my first year
Thanks…
You can study Medicine with 185. You may change your course but switching to medicine would require you are on a solid 2nd class upper. That’s the only way College if Medical Sciences would accept you.
Hi, I scored 195 in my JAMB can I be able to sit for RSUST UTME, It’s my first choice
And I want to study medicine or maybe any other science related course
Likewise I kinda have the same issue too, I scored 195 in JAMB intending to do medicine would I be able to sit for RSUST UTME with my score
Unfortunately you can’t study Medicine with 195 in RSU or any university in Nigeria
Please I got 204 in my jamb can I get admission to study political science in the Rivers State University of science and technology
It’s possible though your chances are not high. Try as much as you can to score high in your post UTME as this would give you a better chance.
help I scored 171 can I get admission
Yes you can still be admitting but it all depends on the course you applied for.
I got 200 in jamb do I have a chance of studying nursing,?
I got 200 in jamb so pls do I have chances of studying nursing.
No. Change your course
hello sir i want to ask i scored 171 im jamb can i sit for post utme in ust
Of course you can.
I got 189 in jamb do i have a chance to study nursing in ust
No you don’t. Please change your course
Please can i gain admission into rsust to study political science with the jamb score 204
Though your chances are 50/50 however, it is possible
182 for theatre art
pls can i get admission into rsust if i score 198 and i want to study computer science?
You an gain admission but not to study Computer Science. You need to change your course.
Please can I get admission with 196 jamb score to study pharmacy
No you can’t. Please change your course
Pls can I study Medicine and surgery with an aggregate score of 198
Of course NOT. You can’t be given admission to study Mercury and Surgery with a UTME score of 198. My candid advice for you is to change your course immediately.