The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is a Nigerian examination body responsible for conducting the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), which serves as a prerequisite for admission into Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions. The UTME is a computer-based test that assesses the knowledge and aptitude of candidates in various subjects. In this article, we will discuss how JAMB score is divided.
JAMB Score
The JAMB score is the score obtained by a candidate in the UTME. The UTME comprises four subjects, which include:
- Use of English
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
Each subject in the UTME is scored out of a maximum of 100 marks. Therefore, the total score for the UTME is out of a maximum of 400 marks.
The JAMB score is used by tertiary institutions in Nigeria to determine the eligibility and suitability of candidates for admission into their institutions. The JAMB score is also used in the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) to determine the admission status of candidates.
How is JAMB Score Divided?
The JAMB score is divided into four subjects, each with a maximum score of 100 marks. The subjects are:
- Use of English: The Use of English subject in the UTME comprises 60 questions, and each question is worth 1.67 marks. Therefore, the maximum score for Use of English is 100 marks.
- Mathematics: The Mathematics subject in the UTME comprises 50 questions, and each question is worth 2 marks. Therefore, the maximum score for Mathematics is 100 marks.
- Physics: The Physics subject in the UTME comprises 50 questions, and each question is worth 2 marks. Therefore, the maximum score for Physics is 100 marks.
- Chemistry: The Chemistry subject in the UTME comprises 50 questions, and each question is worth 2 marks. Therefore, the maximum score for Chemistry is 100 marks.
To calculate the JAMB score, the scores obtained by the candidate in each subject are added together. For example, if a candidate scores 80 marks in Use of English, 90 marks in Mathematics, 85 marks in Physics, and 75 marks in Chemistry, their JAMB score will be calculated as follows:
JAMB Score = Use of English + Mathematics + Physics + Chemistry JAMB Score = 80 + 90 + 85 + 75 JAMB Score = 330
Therefore, the candidate’s JAMB score is 330 out of a maximum of 400 marks.
JAMB Cut-Off Mark
The JAMB cut-off mark is the minimum score required by a candidate to be considered for admission into a tertiary institution in Nigeria. The JAMB cut-off mark is determined by JAMB in conjunction with the tertiary institutions.
In 2021, JAMB announced a cut-off mark of 160 for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria. This means that candidates who scored 160 and above in the UTME are eligible to apply for admission into a tertiary institution in Nigeria. However, some tertiary institutions may set a higher cut-off mark for admission into their institution.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the JAMB score is divided into four subjects, each with a maximum score of 100 marks. The JAMB score is used by tertiary institutions in Nigeria to determine the eligibility and suitability of candidates for admission into their institutions. To calculate the JAMB score, the scores obtained by the candidate in each subject are added together. Candidates should aim to score as high as possible in the UTME to increase their chances of admission into a tertiary institution in Nigeria.
