JAMB in Nigeria 2023

What is JAMB in Nigeria? What is its relevance? JAMB stands for The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). For tertiary-level institutions, it is a Nigerian entrance examination board. JAMB conducts The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), which is an entry-level examination for graduates who seek to take admission into tertiary education in Nigeria. JAMB registration is step one to start ahead with the exam. This was just an introduction, for further understanding, please read through this blog. 

History 

Established in 1978, JAMB was responsible for ensuring that uniform conduct of matriculation examinations takes place, along with the placement of Nigerian students into the nation’s universities. Soon, after some amendments, there were issues of standards and uniformity in the admission process. This made it difficult for students to take admitted into tertiary institutions. Now, what is tertiary education in Nigeria? Education received after secondary education, such as in polytechnic, monotechnics, and other colleges and institutions that provide corresponding courses comes under tertiary education. JAMB got responsible for conducting Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), which helped admissions into tertiary institutions. 

JAMB Registration: UTME Subject Covered 

UTME syllabus consists of the following major subjects. 

• Agriculture  
• Art  
• Arabic  
• Biology  
• Chemistry  
• Computer Studies  
• Commerce  
• CRS  
• Economics  
• French  
• Geography  
• Government  
• Hausa  
• History  
• Home Economics  
• IGBO  
• Islamic Studies  
• Literature  
• Mathematics  
• Music  
• Physical & Health Education (PHE)  
• Physics  
• Use of English  
• Yoruba  

JAMB Registration: Subject Combination for Food Science and Technology

To get admission into the bachelor’s degree for food science and technology is not easy. The field is competitive. So make sure to read this section to get a better idea. 

There are two ways of the admission process – UTME and Direct Entry Requirements. 

The requirements for both are listed below. 

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Direct Entry Requirements

Two Senior secondary qualifications in Chemistry and Biology/Physics/Agricultural Science/Botany/Zoology. 

UTME Requirements

The candidate must earn 5 SSC credit pass in English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Basic Catering and Food Services, Biology/Agricultural Science Bakery and Confectionery, and Basic Electricity, Hotel & Catering Craft Course (Food /Drinks Services), and Hotel & Catering Crafty course (Cookery).

UTME Subject Combination for Food Science and Technology

The subjects involved under this category are:

• Mathematics/Physics
• Chemistry, and 
• Biology/Agricultural Science

Universities Offering Subject Combination for Food Science And Technology

There are several universities that offer subject combinations for food science and technology. A list is provided below for your information. 

• Abia State University, Uturu
• Bayero University, Kano
• Bells University Of Technology, Ota
• Federal University Of Technology Minna
• Federal University Of Technology, Owerri
• Bowen University, Iwo
• Crawford University,Faith City, Km 8, Atan-Agbara Road, Igbesa
• Federal University Of Technology, Akure
• Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki
• Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State
• Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State
• Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University, Lapai
• Enugu State University Of Science And Technology, Enugu
• Federal University Of Agriculture, Abeokuta
• Federal University Of Agriculture, Makurdi

JAMB Exam 2023 Important Dates 

Look at the table below to know about the upcoming important dates. 

JAMB Registration starts	January 14 2023
DIRECT entry	January 20, 2023
JAMB exams to be held between	April 29 to May 12, 2023
JAMB UTME	May 6, 2023

JAMB Registration: Important Dates 

Look at the table below to know about the upcoming important dates. 

Period of JAMB registration	January 14 2023 to February 14, 2023
JAMB registration ends	February 17 2023
Period of JAMN registration for direct entry	February 20, 2023 to April 20, 2023

JAMB Registration: UTME Form Cost 

In Nigeria, the below-mentioned is the cost of the UTME form. 

Particulars	Amount
Registration Fee	NGN 3,500 (INR 627)
Compulsory Reading Text	NGN 500 (INR 90)
Service Charge	NGN 700 (INR 125)

Tips to Ace the JAMB Exam 

There are some direct pointers to keep in mind once you complete the JAMB registration and you start to prepare for JAMB in Nigeria in 2023. Read the same below. 

1. The students must study the JAMB syllabus and prepare diligently.  
2. Next, they are required to do their research and get the recommended textbooks and study materials to help them direct their preparation.
3. While students are preparing for the exam, it is important to get rid of any kind of distraction.
4. To do the above, it is advised to create the perfect study environment that might motivate you to study and do better. 
5. In order to ace the exam, make sure to identify where you lack and work on improving the same. 
6. Students can also take up previous year’s JAMB questions and practice the exam pattern to get a better understanding.
7. Additionally, students should make sure they are updated and properly informed on JAMB news to receive any information whatsoever about the exam. 
8. Other than that, while you are doing your preparation, pay attention to your physical and mental health and believe in yourself. 

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