Selecting the correct JAMB Subject Combination is the most critical part of your registration. Choosing the wrong subjects can lead to disqualification, even if you score 400/400.
For all candidates in 2026, Use of English is compulsory. You must then select three other subjects relevant to your course.
Subject Combinations for Popular Courses (2026)
| Faculty | Course | Required JAMB Subjects (Total 4) |
| Medical | Medicine & Surgery | English, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry |
| Medical | Nursing / Pharmacy | English, Biology, Physics, and Chemistry |
| Engineering | All Engineering | English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry |
| Sciences | Computer Science | English, Mathematics, Physics, and one of (Chemistry/Biology/Economics) |
| Social Sci. | Accounting / Biz Admin | English, Mathematics, Economics, and any Social Science subject |
| Social Sci. | Economics | English, Mathematics, Economics, and (Govt/Geography/History) |
| Law | Law | English, Literature, and any two Arts or Social Science subjects |
| Arts | Mass Communication | English, Literature, and any two Arts or Social Science subjects |
How to Confirm Your Specific Requirements
Different universities sometimes have “Special Considerations” (waivers). To be 100% sure for your specific school:
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Visit the
JAMB IBASS Eligibility Checker . -
Input your Course of Study and your Preferred Institution.
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The system will show you the exact O’level (WAEC/NECO) and UTME subjects that the school demands.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
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Assuming Computer Science requires Chemistry: While many schools accept Chemistry, most actually prioritize Physics and Mathematics.
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Law without Literature: Most federal universities will not admit you for Law if you do not take Literature-in-English in JAMB.
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NIN Mismatch: Ensure the name on your JAMB Profile matches your NIN exactly. If they don’t match, you won’t be able to upload your results later.
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