Lagos State University’s (LASU) confirmed cut-off mark for 2026/2027 is 195, consistent across the university’s own admission communications and multiple independent sources. Worth being careful about: some online content conflates LASU with Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH) in Ikorodu, a separate institution with its own cut-off and a considerably higher ₦10,000 screening fee, compared to LASU’s ₦2,000 screening fee. Make sure you’re on LASU’s own portal for the main Ojo campus before you register or pay anything.

About LASU

Lagos State University is located in Ojo, Lagos State, and is one of the largest and most competitive state universities in Nigeria by student population, spanning faculties including Law, Medicine, Engineering, Management Sciences, Social Sciences, and the Arts. Admission is conducted through the standard JAMB UTME and Direct Entry processes, followed by LASU’s own screening exercise.

LASU consistently ranks among Nigeria’s most subscribed universities on JAMB, drawing tens of thousands of first-choice applicants each cycle, a scale that’s part of why its screening process leans so heavily on aggregate scoring rather than a single exam day, since processing that volume through a physical CBT exercise alone would be a significant logistical undertaking.

The Cut-Off Mark, Explained

• 195 is LASU’s general eligibility threshold. Candidates who chose LASU as their first choice and scored 195 or above in the 2026 UTME are eligible to register for screening.
• Meeting 195 qualifies you for screening; it does not guarantee admission. Competitive courses such as Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Computer Science, and Engineering have required considerably higher scores in past cycles, with some sources citing figures as high as 270 for the most competitive programs.
• Final admission is based on your aggregate score, combining your UTME performance and O’Level results, measured against how competitive your specific department is, not the 195 baseline alone.

Current Status

LASU’s 2026/2027 Post-UTME and Direct Entry screening form has been confirmed as released, with registration beginning on 3 June 2026. A specific closing date for this exact cycle wasn’t independently confirmed at the time of writing. The prior 2025/2026 cycle ran for roughly five weeks (27 July to 31 August 2025), so if this cycle follows a similar pattern, the window may already be closing or may be closed. Check LASU’s official portal directly for the current, exact deadline rather than assuming it’s still open.

A Notable Difference From Many Other Universities: No Physical Exam

LASU does not conduct a physical Post-UTME aptitude test or CBT exam at its Ojo campus. Screening is entirely online and document-based, using your JAMB UTME score and O’Level results to calculate an aggregate score, rather than requiring you to sit a written or computer-based test on campus. This is a genuine practical advantage: candidates outside Lagos State don’t need to travel for the screening stage itself, but it also means your documents need to be complete and fully accurate, since there’s no exam performance to offset a documentation error. Double-check that names, dates, and result details match exactly across your JAMB profile, WAEC/NECO records, and LASU application before submitting, as discrepancies at this stage have historically led to avoidable delays or disqualifications.

Eligibility Requirements

• You must have selected LASU as your first-choice institution in the 2026 UTME. LASU does not consider second-choice candidates, so if you chose differently, you’ll need to complete a change of institution on JAMB first.
• A minimum UTME score of 195.
• A minimum of five O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics, relevant to your intended course, in not more than two sittings.
• Direct Entry candidates with a valid qualifying certificate (A-Level, IJMB, NCE, OND, or equivalent) are eligible under LASU’s Direct Entry track.
• Candidates still awaiting O’Level results can register, but must upload their results to their JAMB profile before admission can be finalized.

Screening Fee

The LASU screening form costs ₦2,000, payable via Remita or another approved payment channel. Budget slightly more (₦4,000-₦5,000 has been suggested by some sources) to cover payment gateway charges, cybercafe fees if you’re not registering from home, and printing costs for your confirmation slip. Keep your payment receipt and confirmation slip safely; you may be asked to present proof of payment at a later stage of admission, even though the screening itself is conducted entirely online.

How to Apply

1. Go to LASU’s official portal at lasu.edu.ng or the dedicated screening page once it’s live. Don’t use a third-party link.

2. Enter your JAMB Registration Number and follow the verification prompts.

3. Confirm your UTME score and subject combination meet LASU’s requirements for your intended course.

4. Pay the ₦2,000 screening fee through Remita or another approved channel on the portal.

5. Complete your bio-data and upload your O’Level results and any other required documents.

6. Submit and print your confirmation slip for your records.

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the LASU cut-off mark for 2026/2027?

195, confirmed consistently across LASU’s own communications and independent sources. Be careful not to confuse this with LASUSTECH, a separate Lagos State institution with its own cut-off.

Is there a physical Post-UTME exam at LASU?

No. LASU’s screening is entirely online and document-based, using your UTME score and O’Level results rather than a written or CBT exam.

Can second-choice candidates apply to LASU?

No. LASU only considers candidates who selected it as their first choice on JAMB.

Is Direct Entry accepted?

Yes, with a valid qualifying certificate relevant to your intended course.

What if I’m still awaiting my O-Level result?

You can register, but your result must be uploaded to your JAMB profile before your admission can be finalized.

How much does the LASU screening form cost, and is it different from LASUSTECH’s?

LASU’s fee is ₦2,000. LASUSTECH, a separate institution, has charged ₦10,000 for its own screening form. Don’t assume the two fees or portals are interchangeable.