Getting admission with 160 in JAMB without writing Post-UTME is possible—but you need to understand one key truth first:
Very few universities in Nigeria completely skip Post-UTME.
Most schools now use screening (no exam) instead of full Post-UTME tests.
So when people say “no Post-UTME,” they usually mean:
- No written exam
- Only online screening or document verification
What “No Post-UTME” Really Means
There are 3 admission methods in Nigeria:
- Post-UTME Exam – You write another test
- Screening Only (No Exam) ← what you’re looking for
- Direct Entry / Special admission
Schools that don’t conduct exams still check:
- JAMB score
- WAEC/NECO results
- O’Level combination
Federal Universities (Some Courses)
These schools sometimes use screening instead of exams and accept 160 for less competitive courses:
- Federal University Lokoja (FULOKOJA)
- Federal University Dutse (FUD)
- Federal University Dutsin-Ma (FUDMA)
- Federal University Lafia (FULAFIA)
- Federal University Gusau (FUGUS)
Many federal universities set 160 as minimum for some courses (Awascholars)
But competitive courses (Medicine, Law, Nursing) will require higher scores.
State Universities (Higher Chances)
State universities are your best option if you want:
- 160 score
- No Post-UTME exam (screening only)
Examples include:
- Abia State University
- Akwa Ibom State University
- Kogi State University
- Yobe State University
- Bauchi State University
These schools are known to accept around 160 depending on course (Campus News)
Private Universities (BEST OPTION)
If you truly want NO Post-UTME at all, private universities are your safest bet.
Examples:
- Babcock University
- Bowen University
- Covenant University
- Nile University
- Redeemer’s University
- Igbinedion University
Many private universities accept 160 and rely mostly on screening (Legit.ng – Nigeria news.)
Some even accept lower scores or don’t strictly depend on JAMB.
Polytechnics & Colleges (Very Flexible)
If university is not compulsory, these are easier options:
- Federal Polytechnics
- State Polytechnics
- Colleges of Education
Many accept 100–160 JAMB and often do no exam screening (Awascholars)
Important Truth You Should Know
Let’s be real—this is where many students get it wrong:
There is no guarantee of admission with 160
“No Post-UTME” does NOT mean automatic admission
Admission still depends on:
- Course competitiveness
- Catchment area
- Number of applicants
- O’Level results
Best Courses to Choose With 160
To increase your chances, avoid competitive courses and go for:
- Education courses
- Agricultural sciences
- Sociology / Political Science
- Religious Studies
- Library Science
These have lower competition, making 160 more acceptable.
Smart Strategy to Gain Admission With 160
If you really want admission this year:
- Choose less competitive schools
- Go for less competitive courses
- Consider private universities if you can afford it
- Do change of institution early
- Ensure your O’Level is strong (5 credits minimum)
Bonus Option (No JAMB at All)
Some modern universities don’t even require JAMB:
- Online/open universities (e.g., distance learning)
They admit based on:
- WAEC/NECO
- Internal screening
Final Advice
If your goal is:
“160 + No Post-UTME stress”
Then your best path is:
✔ Private universities
✔ State universities with screening only
✔ Less competitive courses
