Dentistry & Dental Surgery — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

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JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English ChemistryBiologyone (1) other Science subject

To study Dentistry & Dental Surgery in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Chemistry, Biology and one (1) other Science subject.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

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O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five (5) SSC credit passes in English Language, Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics.

8 Institutions offering Dentistry & Dental Surgery

BA Bayero University, Kano University Federal LA Lagos State University University State UN University of Benin University Federal UN University of Calabar University Federal UN University of Ibadan University Federal UN University of Maiduguri University Federal UN University of Nigeria, Nsukka University Federal UN University of Port-Harcourt University Federal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Dentistry & Dental Surgery in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Chemistry, Biology and one (1) other Science subject..

Is Use of English compulsory for Dentistry & Dental Surgery?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Dentistry & Dental Surgery and for every other course.

Can I study Dentistry & Dental Surgery through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Dentistry & Dental Surgery through JAMB Direct Entry (DE) instead of sitting the UTME, subject to the institution's DE requirements.

What O'Level result do I need for Dentistry & Dental Surgery?

You need at least five (5) SSCE credit passes obtained in not more than two sittings, including the subjects listed under JAMB Requirements above.

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