2027 UTME: JAMB warns candidates against wrong subject combinations

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has cautioned prospective candidates for the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) against making errors in selecting subject combinations during their registration. According to JAMB, making such a mistake could result in the disqualification of candidates from their preferred courses, regardless of their UTME scores.

This warning was issued by JAMB in a post on its official X account (@jamb_hq) on November 6, 2026, as part of its ongoing "JAMB Explained" video series.

JAMB emphasized that subject combinations are a crucial requirement in the admission process. The board explained that candidates must accurately identify and verify the correct subject requirements for their intended courses before registering for the examination. JAMB firmly advised candidates to refer to the official JAMB brochure for the subject requirements of their chosen courses, rather than relying on information from friends, family members, or cybercafé operators.

Such sources might provide outdated or incorrect information, leading to a misstep in the registration process.

To avoid this issue, JAMB urged prospective candidates to visit its official website to confirm the relevant subject requirements before the registration deadline. This proactive step could ensure that candidates enter the examination with the correct subject combinations, thereby increasing their chances of securing admission into their desired courses.