Geography / Political Science combines spatial science with governance, examining how physical environments influence political systems, decision-making, and power structures. If you are planning to study social science in a Nigerian university or polytechnic, knowing the correct UTME subject combination for Geography / Political Science is crucial. The JAMB computer-based test (CBT) consists of four subjects: three with 50 multiple-choice questions each, and the Use of English with 100 questions, making a total of 250 questions.
List of Geography / Political Science JAMB Subject Combination
Here is the accurate JAMB UTME subject combination for Geography / Political Science in Nigerian tertiary institutions:
any other Social Science subject.
This subject combination is accepted by Nigerian tertiary institutions offering Geography / Political Science. You can also check the WAEC, NECO or NABTEB subjects required to study Geography / Political Science, as specific institutions may have slight variations in their requirements.
Top Reasons Choosing the Right Geography / Political Science JAMB Subjects Matters
In this section, we will provide an explanation of why choosing the right JAMB subjects for Geography / Political Science is important. Here’s what you need to know:
1. Avoid Costly Mistakes
Many students discover too late that their subject combination doesn’t meet the requirements for Geography / Political Science and preparing for JAMB requires time, effort, and money, so choosing the wrong subjects can waste all that investment if you become ineligible for the Geography / Political Science course.
2. Admission Eligibility Depends on It
Geography / Political Science JAMB subject combination determines your eligibility for admission, and picking the wrong subjects can block your chances even with high scores, while selecting the right subjects ensures you meet course requirements and avoid the stress of changing courses later.
3. Confidence and Preparation
Knowing you have the correct subjects for Geography / Political Science allows you to focus on exam preparation with confidence, making your JAMB experience smoother and less stressful.
Social Science Subjects Eligible for JAMB Substitution
The listed Social Science subjects are available for you to choose according to your JAMB subject needs.
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Christian Religious Studies (CRS / CRK)
Other Social Science subjects
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History (not available in Nigeria currently)
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Islamic Religious Studies (IRS / IRK)
After 2026 Geography / Political Science JAMB UTME, What’s Next?
Every candidate that wrote Geography / Political Science examination, is expected to check their result on the official JAMB portal using assigned registration number. Once the result is out and the cut-off mark is obtained, it is important to print your Original JAMB result slip as it will be required during the admission screening process.
Thereafter, we highly recommend that you begin your preparation for the Post-Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (Post-UTME) as early as possible. Commence by studying Post UTME past questions to familiarize yourself with the exam format, and ensure you satisfy all additional requirements, including the correct O’Level subject requirements.
Finally, we also suggest organizing and preparing all necessary documents ahead of time such as your original JAMB result slip, O’Level results (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB), birth certificate, state of origin certificate, and JAMB registration slip, to minimize last-minute pressure and make your admission journey as smooth as possible.
