JAMB Subject Combination for Library & Information Science (B.Sc) 2026
UTME subjects, WAEC/NECO O'Level requirements, cut-off marks, direct entry and universities offering Library and Information Science in Nigeria.
📚 Education ⏱ 4 years 🎓 B.Sc
✅ JAMB UTME Subjects for Library and Information Science
1. English Language
2. Mathematics
3. Any two Arts or Social Science subjects
English Language and Mathematics are compulsory.
📚 JAMB UTME Subjects for Library and Information Science
The 4 JAMB UTME subjects required for Library and Information Science.
You must sit all 4 in the same JAMB examination.
1
English Language
Compulsory for all JAMB candidates regardless of course.
2
Mathematics
Required for quantitative and analytical reasoning.
3
Any two Arts or Social Science subjects
Required by most universities for this programme.
English Language and Mathematics are compulsory.
📝 O'Level (WAEC/NECO) Requirements
You need a minimum of 5 credit passes
(C6 and above). Maximum 2 sittings.
| # | Subject | Status | Min Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | English Language | Compulsory | Credit (C6+) |
| 2 | Mathematics | Compulsory | Credit (C6+) |
Credits (C6 and above) in all 5 subjects
📋 What Are the 9 WAEC/NECO Subjects for Library and Information Science?
WAEC/NECO requires students to sit 8–9 subjects. Below is the typical 9-subject combination for students targeting Library and Information Science:
1. English Language
Required for admission
2. Mathematics
Required for admission
3. Literature
Required for admission
4. Government
Required for admission
5. Economics
Required for admission
English and Mathematics required.
📊 JAMB Cut-off Mark for Library and Information Science 2026
🏛 Federal
170+
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 Library and Information Science
NCE/ND in Library Science
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 Library and Information Science in Nigerian Universities
Trains professionals in information management, librarianship, digital archiving and knowledge organisation.
Offered in several universities.
💼 Career Paths for Library and Information Science Graduates
🏫 Universities That Offer Library and Information Science in Nigeria
AT
Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University
Cut-off: 160
AB
Ahmadu Bello University
Cut-off: 180
AF
Air Force Institute of Technology
Cut-off: 160
AI
Alvan Ikoku Federal University of Education
Cut-off: 140
BU
Bayero University Kano
Cut-off: 180
FU
Federal University Birnin Kebbi
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University Dutse
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University Dutsin-Ma
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University Gashua
Cut-off: 150
FU
Federal University Gusau
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University Kashere
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University Lafia
Cut-off: 170
FU
Federal University Lokoja
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University of Agriculture Abeokuta
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University of Agriculture Zuru
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University of Agriculture, Mubi
Cut-off: 150
FU
Federal University of Allied Health Sciences Enugu
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University of Applied Sciences Kachia
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University of Education Kontagora
Cut-off: 150
FU
Federal University of Education Pankshin
Cut-off: 150
FU
Federal University of Education Zaria
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University of Environment and Technology Tai
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University of Health Sciences, Otukpo
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University of Medical and Health Sciences Funtua
Cut-off: 180
FU
Federal University of Medicine and Medical Sciences Abeokuta
Cut-off: 200
FU
Federal University of Petroleum Resources Effurun
Cut-off: 150
FU
Federal University of Technology Akure
Cut-off: 180
FU
Federal University of Technology Babura
Cut-off: 140
FU
Federal University of Technology Minna
Cut-off: 180
FU
Federal University of Technology Owerri
Cut-off: 180
FU
Federal University of Transportation Daura
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University Oye-Ekiti
Cut-off: 160
FU
Federal University Wukari
Cut-off: 150
FU
Federal University, Otuoke
Cut-off: 160
JO
Joseph Sarwuan Tarka University, Makurdi
Cut-off: 150
MO
Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike
Cut-off: 150
MA
Modibbo Adama University
Cut-off: 160
NO
National Open University of Nigeria
Cut-off: 130
NU
National University of Science and Technology Abuja
Cut-off: 160
PO
Nigeria Police Academy Wudil
Cut-off: 180
NA
Nigerian Army University Biu
Cut-off: 160
ND
Nigerian Defence Academy
Cut-off: 180
NM
Nigerian Maritime University Okerenkoko
Cut-off: 150
UN
Nnamdi Azikiwe University
Cut-off: 160
TA
Tai Solarin Federal University of Education Ijagun
Cut-off: 140
UN
University of Abuja
Cut-off: 180
UN
University of Benin
Cut-off: 200
UN
University of Calabar
Cut-off: 150
UI
University of Ibadan
Cut-off: 200
UN
University of Ilorin
Cut-off: 180
UN
University of Jos
Cut-off: 180
UN
University of Lagos
Cut-off: 200
UN
University of Maiduguri
Cut-off: 160
UN
University of Nigeria Nsukka
Cut-off: 160
UN
University of Port Harcourt
Cut-off: 150
UN
University of Uyo
Cut-off: 150
UD
Usmanu Danfodiyo University Sokoto
Cut-off: 180
YM
Yusuf Maitama Sule Federal University of Education Kano
Cut-off: 150
AC
Achievers University
Cut-off: 160