JAMB Subject Combination for Biochemistry (B.Sc) 2026

Q: Which subject is required for Biochemistry in JAMB?

English Language, Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Mathematics. Chemistry is the most critical subject.

UTME subjects, WAEC/NECO O'Level requirements, cut-off marks, direct entry and universities offering Biochemistry in Nigeria.

📚 Science ⏱ 4 years 🎓 B.Sc Biochemistry

✅ JAMB UTME Subjects for Biochemistry

1. English Language 2. Biology 3. Chemistry 4. Physics or Mathematics

Biology and Chemistry are compulsory. Chemistry is particularly important for Biochemistry.

📚 JAMB UTME Subjects for Biochemistry

The 4 JAMB UTME subjects required for Biochemistry. You must sit all 4 in the same JAMB examination.

English Language

Compulsory for all JAMB candidates regardless of course.

Biology

Core life science subject for health and science programmes.

Chemistry

Foundation for medical, pharmaceutical and chemical concepts.

Physics or Mathematics

Required for quantitative and analytical reasoning.

Biology and Chemistry are compulsory. Chemistry is particularly important for Biochemistry.

📝 O'Level (WAEC/NECO) Requirements

You need a minimum of 5 credit passes (C6 and above). 2 sittings accepted.

#	Subject	Status	Min Grade
1	English Language	Compulsory	Credit (C6+)
2	Biology	Compulsory	Credit (C6+)
3	Chemistry	Compulsory	Credit (C6+)
4	Physics	Compulsory	Credit (C6+)
5	Mathematics	Compulsory	Credit (C6+)

Credits in all 5 subjects, especially strong Chemistry

📋 What Are the 9 WAEC/NECO Subjects for Biochemistry?

WAEC/NECO requires students to sit 8–9 subjects. Below is the typical 9-subject combination for students targeting Biochemistry:

1. English Language Required for admission

2. Biology Required for admission

3. Chemistry Required for admission

4. Physics Required for admission

5. Mathematics Required for admission

6. Agricultural Science Not required for admission

7. Health Science Not required for admission

8. Further Mathematics Not required for admission

9. Civic Education Not required for admission

Strong Chemistry grades are particularly important for Biochemistry. Physics and Mathematics are also required.

📊 JAMB Cut-off Mark for Biochemistry 2026

🏛 Federal

180+

Internal cut-off varies

🏫 State

160+

Indigenes may be lower

🎓 Private

150+

Post-UTME required

⚠ Note: These are minimum JAMB cut-off marks. Individual universities set higher internal cut-offs. A strong JAMB score + good Post-UTME performance + good O'Level grades are all required.

🎯 Direct Entry Requirements for Biochemistry

A-Level passes in Biology and Chemistry

Direct Entry candidates bypass 100 level and enter 200 level directly. Apply through the JAMB Direct Entry portal and meet the university's requirements.

📖 About Biochemistry in Nigerian Universities

Biochemistry studies the chemical processes within and relating to living organisms. It bridges biology and chemistry, covering molecular biology, genetics, metabolism and biotechnology. Graduates work in medicine, pharmaceuticals and research.

💼 Career Paths for Biochemistry Graduates

✓ Biochemist ✓ Pharmaceutical Researcher ✓ Molecular Biologist ✓ Medical Laboratory Scientist ✓ Biotechnologist ✓ Food Scientist ✓ Environmental Chemist ✓ Toxicologist ✓ Clinical Researcher ✓ Quality Assurance Officer