I scored 242 as my jamb score what will my chances be gain admission to study medicine and surgery?
Mingbafs
5 May, 2026
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With a JAMB score of 242, your chances of studying Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) at Bayelsa Medical University (BMU) depend heavily on whether you are an indigene of Bayelsa State.
BMU is unique because it is a specialized medical institution, and their cut-off marks for Medicine are quite strict. Here is the breakdown of your situation:
1. The Cut-off Gap
For last year admission cycle, the official departmental cut-off for Medicine and Surgery at BMU is 275.
For Non-Indigenes: With a score of 242, you are currently 33 points below the standard merit cut-off of 275. In this category, admission for Medicine would be very difficult unless the university lowers the bar after the JAMB Policy Meeting on May 11, 2026.
For Bayelsa Indigenes: There is often a "catchment" consideration. Realistic data suggests that indigenes with scores of 245+ are usually the primary contenders. At 242, you are very close. If you are an indigene, you have a fair chance, but you'll need a perfect O'Level result to bridge the gap.
2. BMU’s "No Exam" Policy
BMU typically does not conduct a written Post-UTME exam. Instead, they perform an Online Screening of your credentials. This means:
O'Level is King: Your WAEC/NECO grades will be used to calculate your final points. If you have A1s in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Math, and English, it will significantly help your 242 score.
One vs. Two Sittings: While BMU accepts two sittings for some courses, for Medicine, they strongly prefer one sitting.
