Education & Religious Studies — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

Education Offered at 15 institutions

JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Two (2) Arts subject including Religious studiesone (1) other subject

To study Education & Religious Studies in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Two (2) Arts subject including Religious studies and one (1) other subject.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.

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O’Level & JAMB Requirements

Five ‘O’ level credit passes to include English Language, Religious Studies, Mathematics and any other two (2) subjects.

15 Institutions offering Education & Religious Studies

AD Adekunle Ajasin University University State AH Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria University Federal AM Ambrose Alli University University State BE Benue State University University State DE Delta State University University State EB Ebonyi State University University State IG Ignatius Ajuru University Of Education University State IM Imo State University University State OB Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife University Federal UN University of Benin University Federal UN University of Calabar University Federal UN University of Ibadan University Federal UN University of Jos University Federal UN University of Port-Harcourt University Federal UN University of Uyo University Federal

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Education & Religious Studies in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Two (2) Arts subject including Religious studies and one (1) other subject..

Is Use of English compulsory for Education & Religious Studies?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Education & Religious Studies and for every other course.

Can I study Education & Religious Studies through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Education & Religious Studies 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 Education & Religious Studies?

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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