JAMB Subject Combination for All Courses 2026 — Complete List

By ExamPass Editorial📅 May 28, 2026⏱ 8 min read✅ Expert Reviewed

Choosing the wrong JAMB subject combination is one of the most costly mistakes a candidate can make. If your subjects do not match your intended course, your admission will be rejected regardless of your score. This guide covers the correct JAMB subject combination for every major course in Nigerian universities.

Important Rule

English Language is Compulsory for All Courses

Use of English is mandatory for every JAMB UTME candidate regardless of course or institution. Your remaining 3 subjects must align with your chosen course as specified in the JAMB brochure.

Science Courses

Course	Required Subjects (+ English)
Medicine & Surgery (MBBS)	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Pharmacy	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Nursing Science	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Dentistry	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Medical Laboratory Science	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Biochemistry	Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics
Microbiology	Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics
Anatomy	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Physiology	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Veterinary Medicine	Biology, Chemistry, Physics
Agricultural Science	Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Agriculture
Food Science & Technology	Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics

Engineering Courses

Course	Required Subjects (+ English)
Electrical/Electronic Engineering	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
Mechanical Engineering	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
Civil Engineering	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
Chemical Engineering	Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics
Computer Engineering	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
Petroleum Engineering	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
Agricultural Engineering	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry or Agriculture

Pure Sciences

Course	Required Subjects (+ English)
Mathematics	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology
Physics	Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry
Chemistry	Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Biology
Computer Science	Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology
Statistics	Mathematics, Physics or Biology, Chemistry or Economics
Geology	Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Geography

Social Sciences & Management

Course	Required Subjects (+ English)
Economics	Mathematics, Economics, any one of: Government/Geography/Commerce/Biology
Accounting	Mathematics, Economics, any one of: Commerce/Government/Geography
Business Administration	Mathematics, Economics, any one of: Commerce/Government/Geography
Banking & Finance	Mathematics, Economics, any one of: Commerce/Government/Geography
Mass Communication	Literature or Government, any two of: CRS/IRS/History/Economics/Geography
Political Science	Government, any two of: Economics/History/Geography/CRS/IRS
Sociology	Any three of: Government/Economics/Geography/CRS/IRS/History
Psychology	Biology and any two of: Chemistry/Physics/Mathematics/Economics/Government

Law & Humanities

Course	Required Subjects (+ English)
Law (LLB)	Literature in English, any two of: Government/History/CRS/IRS/Economics
English & Literary Studies	Literature in English, any two of: Government/History/CRS/IRS/French
History & International Studies	History or Government, any two of: Literature/Economics/CRS/IRS/Geography
Philosophy	Any three of: Government/History/Literature/Economics/CRS/IRS
Religious Studies	CRS or IRS, any two of: History/Government/Philosophy/Arabic

Education Courses

Course	Required Subjects (+ English)
Education & Mathematics	Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry, any one other subject
Education & Biology	Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics
Education & English	Literature in English, any two other subjects
Education & Economics	Economics, Mathematics, any one other subject
Early Childhood Education	Any three relevant subjects from arts or sciences

Always verify with the JAMB brochure and your target university. Subject requirements can vary between institutions. Some universities require additional O-level subjects beyond the JAMB combination. Check the JAMB Combined Brochure at jamb.gov.ng for the most current and complete list.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my JAMB subject combination after registration?

Yes. JAMB allows candidates to change their subject combination during the change of course/institution window, which usually opens a few weeks after the initial registration period. Log in to your JAMB profile at jamb.gov.ng to make changes before the deadline.

What happens if I use the wrong subject combination for my course?

If your JAMB subject combination does not match the requirements for your chosen course, your admission will be rejected by the university during screening. Always confirm the correct combination before registering.

Is Mathematics compulsory for all JAMB courses?

No. Mathematics is compulsory for science, engineering, and most social science courses. For pure arts and humanities courses (Law, Literature, History, Religious Studies), Mathematics is not required — but Use of English always is.