Are you interested in the JAMB Brochure for Administration 2026, where you will get to know about the courses under the faculty of Administration, the institutions in Nigeria that offer disciplines under the faculty, O’level requirements for students, and other information? Then you did well arriving on this page, as we have provided all this information here.
The List of Nigerian Institutions (Degree Awarding) That Offer Administration 2026
The following are Nigerian degree awarding institutions where you can study Administration;
| S/N | Degree Awarding Institutions (Administration) |
|---|---|
| 1 | University Of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) |
| 2 | Ebonyi State University (EBSU) |
| 3 | Enugu State University Of Science And Technology (ESUT) |
| 4 | Madonna University (MADONNA) |
| 5 | University of Lagos (UNILAG) |
| 6 | Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU) |
| 7 | Caritas University (CARITAS) |
| 8 | University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID) |
| 9 | University of Jos (UNIJOS) |
| 10 | University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT) |
| 11 | Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) |
| 12 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK) |
| 13 | Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University (ATBU) |
| 14 | Igbinedion University (IUO) |
| 15 | Abia State University (ABSU) |
| 16 | University of Uyo (UNIUYO) |
| 17 | Usman Dan Fodio University (UDUSOK) |
| 18 | Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU) |
| 19 | Rivers State University (RSU) |
| 20 | Imo State University (IMSU) |
| 21 | Osun State University (UNIOSUN) |
Courses Under the Faculty of Administration 2026
The following are some of the accredited courses under the faculty of Administration;
| S/N | Faculty of Administration Courses |
|---|---|
| 1 | Local Government And Development Studies |
| 2 | Management & Accounting |
| 3 | Management Information System |
| 4 | Insurance |
| 5 | Local Government and Development Studies |
| 6 | Economics |
| 7 | Insurance and Actuarial Science |
| 8 | Business Management |
| 9 | Banking and Finance |
| 10 | Film and Video Studies |
| 11 | Public Administration |
| 12 | Actuarial Science and Management |
| 13 | International Studies and Diplomacy |
| 14 | Human Resources |
| 15 | Local Government Administration |
| 16 | Cooperative Management |
| 17 | Marketing |
| 18 | Islamic Banking and Finance |
| 19 | International Relations |
| 20 | Labor Relations |
JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Administration 2026
In selecting subjects to write in the UTME subject combination for Administration, note that English Language is Compulsory as mandatory for all disciplines. Therefore, the three other subject combinations needed to make up the standard four UTME subject combinations are as follows;
- Economics
- Mathematics
- Any one (1) of Government and Geography
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Special Considerations on the Subject Combinations for Administration
While selecting a subject combination for Administration, the following are the factors to consider depending on the institution you are applying to be admitted;
- UNIMAID requires Mathematics, any of the Principles of Accounting/Commerce/Economics and any other Social Science subject
- DELSU requires Mathematics, Economics and any other Social Science subject
- AAUA requires Mathematics, Economics and one other subject
- UNIPORT requires Mathematics, Economics and any other subject from Government/History, Geography, Commerce, Literature in English, CRK/IRK, Accounting (Financial/Business), Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics
- RSU accepts Mathematics, Economics and any other subject
- ESUT, UNN, OOU: Mathematics, Economics, plus any Social Science subject
- EVANGEL requires Mathematics, Economics and any other subject
- UNILAG: Same as in Business Administration
O’Level Requirements for UTME Candidates Aspiring to Study Administration
The O’level subject combination and requirements needed to study Administration: English Language, Mathematics, Economics, and any other subject. Depending on the course you are going for under the faculty, you might have to select Accounting, Principles of Accounts, Commerce, or Office Practice.
Special Considerations on O’Level Requirements for Administration
Several institutions consider the following as factors to meet the O’level requirements;
- UNN requires five (5) ‘O’ Level credit passes to include: English Language, Mathematics and any other relevant subjects. For NBC, the other two (2) relevant subjects could be from any of the following: Accounting, Principles of Accounts, Commerce, Office Practice and Economics
- UNIUYO, UNIZIK, ESUT, EKSU, IMSU and UNILAG require ‘O’ Level credit passes in Economics and two (2) other subjects
- EKSU requires ‘O’ Level credit passes in Economics plus other Social Science subjects
- IMSU and BIU accept credit/merit in English Language in TC II
- UNIPORT requires Five (5) SSC credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any other two (2) subjects from Government/History, Geography, Commerce, Literature in English, CRK/IRK, Accounting (Financial/Business), Biology/Agricultural Science, Chemistry, Physics
- UNILAG requires ‘O’ Level credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, Economics and any two (2) of Government, Geography, Commerce, Financial Accounting, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Business Management and Book Keeping
- EBSU – Same as in Accounting
- AAUA requires five (5) ‘O’ Level credit passes to include English Language, Mathematics, Economics and one Social Science Subject and any other Subject
Requirements for Direct Entry Candidates 2026
These are the conditions you need to fulfill to gain Direct Entry admission to study Administration, if you don’t intend to use UTME. You require two (2) ‘A’ Level passes chosen from Accounting, Economics, Management, Mathematics, Geography and Statistics.
Special Considerations for Direct Entry Candidates 2026
Quite a few degree awarding institutions also have considerations for their candidates applying for admission through Direct Entry.
- ESUT accepts ND in Management, Marketing, Accounting and Finance. It also accepts ND in relevant programmes within the Faculty into 200 level in addition to the UTME requirements
- EVANGEL requires two (2) ‘A’ Level passes in Economics and any of Science, Social Science or Management subjects, plus ‘O’ Level requirements
- ABU accepts two (2) ‘A’ Level passes in Accounting or Economics and any one (1) other subject
- NCE with passes at Merit level in relevant subjects
- ND at Credit level
- AAUA accepts HND with lower credits in Banking and Finance
- ND at Credit levels in relevant disciplines
- ABSU accept ND in Banking/Finance with a minimum of ‘B’ overall average
- EBSU accepts ACIB, ND, NCE, or HND passed at merit level in relevant programmes, in addition to the ‘O’ Level requirements
- EKSU accepts ND upper credit in relevant programmes
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use the JAMB brochure to select my subject combination?
Yes, the brochure provides the exact subject combination required for each course, hence you can use it.
What are “special considerations” in the JAMB brochure?
Special considerations (also known as “waivers”) are exceptions or specific requirements for particular institutions, like some institutions accepting a lower grade in a specific subject or waive certain requirements.
Is the JAMB brochure updated annually?
Yes, the brochure is updated each year to reflect changes in admission requirements, newly accredited courses, or other policy updates.
Can I access the JAMB brochure offline?
Yes, once downloaded from the JAMB website or on this page, you can save it on your device for offline access. Alternatively, you can print it out or purchase a hard copy.
How does the JAMB brochure help with direct entry admissions?
The brochure includes a section for direct entry (DE) candidates, detailing the qualifications required for direct entry into various courses and institutions.
What if my desired course is not in the brochure?
If you cannot find your desired course in the brochure, it means the course is either not accredited or not offered in the institutions listed. You should reach out to the involved institution or consider alternative courses.
Does the JAMB brochure list all universities in Nigeria?
Yes, the brochure includes a list of all accredited universities, polytechnics, monotechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria, along with the courses they offer.
Can I use last year’s JAMB brochure?
While some information may remain the same, it’s not advisable to rely on an outdated brochure. Admission requirements, available courses, and policies may change, so always use the latest version for accuracy which is now available on this page.
Last Updated on February 25, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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