Social Studies/Islamic Studies — JAMB Subject Combination (2026)

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JAMB Subject Combination

Use of English Islamic StudiesGovernmentHistoryany one (1) SocialArts Subject

To study Social Studies/Islamic Studies in Nigeria, your JAMB UTME subject combination is Use of English, Islamic Studies, Government/History and any one (1) Social/Arts 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, Mathematics, Islamic Studies and any two (2) of 1. Economics 2. Government/History 3. Geography

12 Institutions offering Social Studies/Islamic Studies

Frequently Asked Questions

How many subjects do I combine for Social Studies/Islamic Studies in JAMB?

Four subjects: Use of English (compulsory for every candidate) plus Islamic Studies, Government/History and any one (1) Social/Arts Subject..

Is Use of English compulsory for Social Studies/Islamic Studies?

Yes. Use of English is compulsory in the UTME for Social Studies/Islamic Studies and for every other course.

Can I study Social Studies/Islamic Studies through Direct Entry?

Yes. Candidates with A-Level, NCE, ND or HND qualifications can apply for Social Studies/Islamic 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 Social Studies/Islamic 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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