Download the latest JAMB 2025 syllabus for Physics on this page. For students preparing for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME, understanding the JAMB Syllabus for Physics is important.
Syllabus Overview
| Examination Type | UTME / Direct Entry |
| Examination Year | 2025/2026 |
| Syllabus | Chemistry |
| File Format | |
| File Size | 283KB |
Physics, often referred to as the fundamental science, is a subject that talks about the mysteries of the universe, exploring the nature of matter, energy, space, and time.
The physics syllabus acts as a study guide which outlines the key concepts, theories, and skills that candidates are expected to master in order to excel in the 2024 UTME
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However, Physics is not just about theoretical knowledge; it involves practical applications. Candidates are advised to engage in laboratory experiments, apply theoretical concepts to real world scenarios, and understand the practical implications of physical principles.
General Objectives
- Sustain their interest in physics;
- Develop attitude relevant to physics that encourage accuracy, precision and
objectivity; - Interpret physical phenomena, laws, definitions, concepts and other theories;
- Demonstrate the ability to solve correctly physics problems using relevant theories
and concepts.
JAMB 2025 Syllabus for Physics
| TOPICS/CONTENTS/NOTES | OBJECTIVES |
|---|---|
| 1. MEASUREMENTS AND UNITS (a) Length, area and volume: Metre rule, Venier calipers, Micrometer Screw-guage, measuring cylinder. (b) Mass (i) unit of mass; (ii) use of simple beam balance; (iii) concept of beam balance. (c) Time (i) unit of time; (ii) time-measuring devices. (d) Fundamental physical quantities (e) Derived physical quantities and their units (i) Combinations of fundamental quantities and determination of their units; ix. deduce the units of derived physical quantities; (f) Dimensions (i) definition of dimensions (ii) simple examples (g) Limitations of experimental measurements (i) accuracy of measuring instruments; (ii) simple estimation of errors; (iii) significant figures; (iv) standard form. (h) Measurement, position, distance and displacement (i) concept of displacement; (ii) distinction between distance and displacement; (iii) concept of position and coordinates; (iv) frame of reference. | Candidates should be able to: i. identify the units of length, area and volume; ii. use different measuring instruments; iii. determine the lengths, surface areas and volume of regular and irregular bodies; iv. identify the unit of mass; v. use simple beam balance, e.g Buchart’s balance and chemical balance; vi. identify the unit of time; vii. use different time-measuring devices; viii. relate the fundamental physical quantities to their units; ix. deduce the units of derived physical quantities; x. determine the dimensions of physical quantities; xi. use the dimensions to determine the units of physical quantities; xii. test the homogeneity of an equation; xiii. determine the accuracy of measuring instruments; xiv. estimate simple errors; xv. express measurements in standard form. Candidates should be able to: i. use strings, meter ruler and engineering calipers, vernier calipers and micrometer, screw guage; ii. note the degree of accuracy; iii. identify distance travel in a specified direction; iv. use compass and protractor to locate points/directions; v. use Cartesianssystems to locate positions in x-y plane; vi. plot graph and draw inference from the graph. |
| 2. Scalars and Vectors (i) definition of scalar and vector quantities; (ii) examples of scalar and vector quantities; (iii) relative velocity; (iv) resolution of vectors into two perpendicular directions including graphical methods of solution. | Candidates should be able to: i. distinguish between scalar and vector quantities; ii. give examples of scalar and vector quantities; iii. determine the resultant of two or more vectors; iv. determine relative velocity; v. resolve vectors into two perpendicular components; vi. use graphical methods to solve vector problems. |
| 3. Motion (a) Types of motion: translational, oscillatory, rotational, spin and random (b) Relative motion (c) Causes of motion (d) Types of force (i) contact (ii) force field (e) linear motion (i) speed, velocity and acceleration; (ii) equations of uniformly accelerated motion; (iii) motion under gravity; (iv) distance-time graph and velocity time graph; (v) instantaneous velocity and acceleration. (f) Projectiles: (i) calculation of range, maximum height and time of flight from the ground and a height; (ii) applications of projectile motion. (g) Newton’s laws of motion: (i) inertia, mass and force; (ii) relationship between mass and acceleration; (iii) impulse and momentum; (iv) force – time graph; (v) conservation of linear momentum (Coefficient of restitution not necessary). (h) Motion in a circle: (i) angular velocity and angular acceleration; (ii) centripetal and centrifugal forces; (iii) applications. (i) Simple Harmonic Motion (S.H.M): (i) definition and explanation of simple harmonic motion; (ii) examples of systems that execute S.H.M; (iii) period, frequency and amplitude of S.H.M; (iv) velocity and acceleration of S.H.M; (iii) simple treatment of energy change in S.H.M; (iv) force vibration and resonance (simple treatment). | Candidates should be able to; i. identify different types of motion; ii. solve numerical problem on collinear motion; iii. identify force as cause of motion; iv. identify push and pull as forms of force; v. identify electric and magnetic attractions, gravitational pull as forms of field forces; vi. differentiate between speed, velocity and acceleration; vii. deduce equations of uniformly accelerated motion; viii. solve problems of motion under gravity; ix. interpret distance-time graph and velocity-time graph; x. compute instantaneous velocity and acceleration; xi. establish expressions for the range, maximum height and time of flight of projectiles, rockets, missiles xii. solve problems involving projectile motion; xiii.solve numerical problems involving impulse and momentum; xiv. interpretation of area xvi. compare inertia, mass and force; xvii. deduce the relationship between mass and acceleration; xviii. interpret the law of conservation o f l i n e a r m o m e n t u m a n d application; xix. establish expression for angular velocity, angular acceleration and centripetal force; xx. s o l v e n u m e r i c a l p r o b l e m s involving motion in a circle; xxi. establish the relationship between period and frequency; xxii. analyse the energy changes occurring during S.H.M; xxiii. identify different types of forced vibration; xxiv. enumerate applications of resonance. |
| 4. Gravitational field (i) Newton’s law of universal gravitation; (ii) gravitational potential; (iii) conservative and nonconservative fields; (iv) acceleration due to gravity; (v) variation of g on the earth’s surface; (vi) distinction between mass and weight escape velocity; (vii) parking orbit and weightlessness | Candidates should be able to: i. identify the expression for gravitational force between two bodies; ii. apply Newton’s law of universal gravitation; iii. give examples of conservative and non- conservative fields; iv. deduce the expression for gravitational field potentials; v. identify the causes of variation on the earth’s surface; vi. differentiate between mass and weight; vii. determine escape velocity. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is JAMB syllabus out for 2025 UTME?
Yes, JAMB has released the 2025 syllabus which can be downloaded on this page or on the JAMB portal.
Is mathematics compulsory in JAMB 2025?
This depends on your course of study. Mathematics is compulsory for most science subjects like Engineering.
How many subjects do you write in JAMB?
4 subjects. English language is compulsory for all candidates.
Is JAMB syllabus the same every year?
No, the JAMB syllabus is not always the same every year. The syllabus is subject to modification at any year.
Does JAMB follow its syllabus?
Yes, JAMB follows its syllabus. However, you can read broad and prepare thoroughly for the forthcoming exams.
Aspiring students should embrace the Physics syllabus as a valuable tool for success in the forthcoming UTME, aligning their efforts with the examination requirements.
By understanding and mastering the content outlined in this syllabus, candidates can approach the JAMB examination with confidence and excel in their academic pursuits.
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