Islamic Religious Studies/Social Studies — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)
JAMB Subject Combination
To study Islamic Religious Studies/Social Studies in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, English Language, History and any one (1) Arts and one (1) Social Science subject.. These requirements are published by JAMB (IBASS) for the 2026/2027 admission cycle.
O’Level & JAMB Requirements
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many subjects do I combine for Islamic Religious Studies/Social Studies in JAMB?
Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus English Language, History and any one (1) Arts and one (1) Social Science subject..
Is Use of English compulsory for Islamic Religious Studies/Social Studies?
Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Islamic Religious Studies/Social Studies and for every other course.
Can I study Islamic Religious Studies/Social Studies through Direct Entry?
Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Islamic Religious Studies/Social 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 Islamic Religious Studies/Social 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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