Secretarial Education — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

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JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Economicsany two (2) Social Science subjects

To study Secretarial Education in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Economics and any two (2) Social Science subjects.. 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 to include English Language, Economics and any two(2) of Government, Geography/Physics, Accounting, Business Methods, History, Shorthand, Mathematics, Commerce, Principles of Accounts, Office Practice AND Secretarial Duties.

3 Institutions offering Secretarial Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Secretarial Education in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Economics and any two (2) Social Science subjects..

Is Use of English compulsory for Secretarial Education?

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

Can I study Secretarial Education through Direct Entry?

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

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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