JAMB Subject Combination for Law (LLB) 2026
UTME subjects, WAEC/NECO O'Level requirements, cut-off marks, direct entry and universities offering Law in Nigeria.
📚 JAMB UTME Subjects for Law
English Language and Literature in English are compulsory for Law.
📝 O'Level (WAEC/NECO) Requirements
| # | Subject | Status | Min Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English Language | Compulsory | Credit (C6+) |
| 2 | Literature in English | Compulsory | Credit (C6+) |
| 3 | Government or History | Compulsory | Credit (C6+) |
Credits (C6 and above) in all 5 subjects
📋 What Are the 9 WAEC/NECO Subjects for Law?
WAEC/NECO requires students to sit 8–9 subjects. Below is the typical 9-subject combination for students targeting Law:
You need credits in English Language, Literature in English and at least two other Arts/Social Science subjects. Most universities strictly require Literature in English.
📊 JAMB Cut-off Mark for Law 2026
🎯 Direct Entry Requirements for Law
A-Level passes in Literature, Government/History + any other Arts subject, or ND/HND upper credit in Law-related field
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 Law in Nigerian Universities
Law (LLB) is one of the most prestigious and competitive programmes in Nigeria. The programme covers Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Contract Law, Property Law, Company Law, and Legal Drafting. Graduates must proceed to the Nigerian Law School for the Bar Part I & II examinations before being called to the Nigerian Bar.
Offered in many federal, state and private universities with NUC-approved Law faculties (e.g. UNILAG, UI, UNN, OAU, ABU, UNIBEN, LASU, Covenant, Babcock, etc.).