The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board Exam (JAMB) is a standardized entrance examination in Nigeria for prospective students seeking admission into tertiary institutions such as universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. It is taken by millions of secondary school graduates annually to assess their readiness for higher education across various subjects. Passing JAMB is a crucial step for securing a spot in a desired academic program, and the exam is administered by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, the governing body responsible for coordinating admissions in Nigeria. This exam plays a pivotal role in shaping the academic futures of Nigerian students.
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The exam has 180 questions across 4 sections: Use of English, Mathematics, General Paper, Subject-specific.
The passing score is 180/400.
The exam is 2 hours long.
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The exam fee is 3500 NGN.
The exam is offered annually.
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