The recommended JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Law is here. Study the JAMB Integrated Brochure and Syllabus System (IBASS) Eligibility, O’ level & Direct Entry (DE) Qualifications with Alternatives and Universities to consider.

The choice of the right JAMB subject combination is very important for anyone interested in studying Law. Requirements can differ for different universities, and a particular subject combination that might be acceptable in one university, might not be allowed in another.

That is why you need to rely on the JAMB Integrated Brochure and Syllabus System (IBASS) to check your preferred institution and course before choosing your examination subjects. JAMB recommends that you utilise the IBASS Eligibility Checker to find out your desired course(s) options together with the required UTME subject combinations prior to submitting your registration form.

IBASS Recommended Subject Combinations for Law

The general requirement for Law is:

• Use of English – mandatory
• 3 Other relevant Arts or Social Science subjects

For many courses, Literature in English is a must or one of the specified options, and the other 2 subjects from Government, History, CRS/IRS, Economics or other relevant Arts and Social Science subjects depending on the choice of institution.

Important note: Choose your JAMB subjects only after you have identified the university you are considering studying Law and double-checked the eligibility criteria of the chosen course on IBASS.

Official JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Law

A commonly recommended combination for Law is:

• Use of English
• Literature in English
• Government or History
• Another relevant Arts or Social Science subject

Popular examples include:

• English + Literature + Government + CRS
• English + Literature + Government + Economics
• English + Literature + History + CRS

However, these are only general examples, which do not constitute a definitive guide for all universities in Nigeria, which is why JAMB’s IBASS system was put in place in the first place.

Is Use of English compulsory for Law?

Yes, Use of English is a mandatory UTME subject, and the JAMB Eligibility Checker will indicate English Language as an automatic inclusion when selecting the subject combination for your UTME.

Is Literature in English required to study Law?

Literature in English is an extremely important subject for Law, and is explicitly required by many universities. While many set Literature in English as one of the compulsory subjects alongside any other two relevant subjects, some have special conditions or alternative options.

As a result, you cannot assume that Literature is either always compulsory or optional – you will need to research the entry requirements for your preferred school directly on JAMB IBASS.

The Best Arts and Social Science Subjects to Combine With Law

The most commonly relevant subjects include:

• Literature in English
• Government
• History
• Christian Religious Studies (CRS)
• Islamic Religious Studies (IRS)
• Economics

Government and Literature in English are generally among the safest subjects to consider, but the final choice should depend on your university’s official requirements.

Recommended JAMB Subject Combinations for Law

The following combinations are popular among candidates that have not chosen their universities yet.

Popular JAMB Subject Combinations

Combination 1: English, Literature, Government and CRS

An excellent arts combination, popular for law.

Combination 2: English, Literature, Government and Economics

Ideal for your preferred school offers Economics as an optional subject.

Combination 3: English, Literature, History and CRS

Another arts combination but you need to ensure that your preferred school offers it

Note: A “popular” combination is not necessarily the “best” combination. It is important to cross-check with your shortlisted schools before finalizing any combination for your utme registration.

O’Level Requirements For Law

The UTME subjects are not the only requirement for getting admitted into any course in any university. The candidates also need to clear some O’level requirements before they can finalize their admission.

Generally, most Law courses require at least 5 O’level credit passes including English Language and Literature in English. However, it is best to double-check with your shortlisted schools because different institution tends to have different requirements.

Is Mathematics compulsory for Law?

Not all Law schools require mathematics as a compulsory subject

There are some special considerations that some schools give to candidates offering mathematics as an optional subject. So, rather than asking if mathematics is required for Law, it is best to check what O’level requirements your preferred schools are looking for.

Can I combine WAEC and NECO results for Law?

Whether you can use WAEC and NECO results together for Law depends on the specific requirements of the institution you’re applying to. Check with your intended university to see if they accept either, both, or any combination of these exams. To know your eligibility, make sure to enter your qualifications in the JAMB Eligibility Checker.

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JAMB Subject Combination for Law by University

This is one of the most important sections for Law aspirants because universities can have different subject requirements, restrictions and special considerations.

Universities With Special Subject Requirements for Law

The following institutions are examples of universities with notable requirements or restrictions that candidates should understand before applying.

University of Lagos (UNILAG)

UNILAG is one of the clearest examples of why candidates should not simply select any Arts or Social Science subjects for Law.

The JAMB special consideration information commonly published for the programme states that UNILAG does not accept Music, Fine Arts or Principles of Accountancy for Law and accepts either Economics or Commerce, but not both together.

What this means: Even if all four of your subjects appear to be Arts or Social Science subjects, your combination may still be unsuitable if it includes a restricted subject.

University of Benin (UNIBEN)

UNIBEN is among the universities listed with a specific requirement involving Literature in English and two other subjects for its Law programme. It also has institution-specific considerations for Direct Entry and O’Level qualifications.

What this means: Candidates should pay attention to both their UTME subjects and their other entry qualifications rather than relying only on a general four-subject combination.

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)

OAU is listed among universities requiring Literature in English plus two other subjects for Law under the published special consideration information. Its O’Level requirements should also be checked separately.

What this means: Literature in English should not be omitted by candidates targeting OAU without first confirming a current official exception.

University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)

UNN is also among the institutions identified with specific requirements involving Literature in English and other subjects. The university has programme and faculty-level entry considerations that candidates should verify carefully.

What this means: Candidates should check the precise programme requirements instead of assuming that every Law programme uses exactly the same subjects.

University of Ilorin (UNILORIN), Ambrose Alli University (AAU) and Bauchi State University (BU)

Published JAMB special consideration information identifies these institutions among universities with more specific subject requirements for Law, including combinations centred on Literature in English and other relevant subjects.

Candidates should use the IBASS checker for the current wording applicable to their admission year.

Universities That Accept Alternative Subjects for Law

Some universities provide flexibility by accepting alternative relevant Arts or Social Science subjects instead of requiring one identical combination from every applicant.

This does not mean candidates can freely select any subject. The alternatives are still subject to the requirements of the particular institution.

Benue State University (BSU)

Published JAMB programme information indicates that BSU accepts any other three Arts or Social Science subjects for Law.

What this means: Candidates may have more flexibility in choosing their three non-English UTME subjects, but they should still verify the current requirement on IBASS.

Delta State University (DELSU) and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)

The published special consideration information identifies DELSU and ABU as institutions requiring Literature in English and other relevant Arts or Social Science subjects, allowing flexibility among the remaining subjects.

What this means: Once the key required subject is included, candidates may have alternative acceptable Arts or Social Science options—but the exact current choices should be verified.

Universities With O’Level Alternatives

Some institutions have alternate consideration policies concerning O’Level requirements instead of the UTME combination. For instance, JAMB consideration information published indicates that UNIUYO, Madonna University, Benson Idahosa University (BIU), Imo State University (IMSU) and UNIBEN among others admit candidates with Mathematics results in certain conditions.

This is the type of variations that candidates should consider before giving up on Law as a course.

Important distinction: An alternative O’Level requirement is not the same thing as an alternative JAMB subject combination. Check both sections separately.

List of Verified Universities Offering Law in Nigeria

The list below is based on the 2026 JAMB/IBASS Law programme information as reflected in current IBASS-based programme listings. Because programme availability and admission status can change, candidates should perform a final check on the official JAMB Eligibility Checker before applying.

List of Universities Offering Law

1. University of Lagos (UNILAG)
2. University Of Nigeria Nsukka (UNN)
3. Imo State University (IMSU)
4. Abia State University (ABSU)
5. University of Abuja (UNIABUJA)
6. University of Benin (UNIBEN)
7. University of Calabar (UNICAL)
8. University of Ibadan (UI)
9. Adamawa State University (ADSU)
10. Ambrose Alli University (AAU)
11. University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT)
12. American University of Nigeria (AUN)
13. Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (former ANSU) (COOU)
14. Ajayi Crowther University (AJAYI)
15. Benue State University (BSU)
16. Babcock University (BABCOCK)
17. Benson Idahosa University (BIU)
18. Bingham University (BINGHAM)
19. Bowen University (BU)
20. Delta State University, Abraka (DELSU)
21. Ebonyi State University (EBSU)
22. Enugu State University Of Science And Technology (ESUT)
23. Igbinedion University (IUO).
24. Gombe State university (GOMSU)
25. Lagos State University (LASU)
26. Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
27. Osun State University (UNIOSUN)
28. Rivers State University (RSU)
29. University of Jos (UNIJOS)
30. University of Maiduguri (UNIMAID).
31. University of Uyo (UNIUYO)
32. Madonna University (MADONNA)
33. Niger Delta University (NDU)
34. Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA)
35. kogi State University (KSU)
36. Nasarawa State University (NSUK)
37. Ekiti State University (EKSU)
38. Joseph Ayo Babalola University (JABU)
39. Redeemer’s University (RUN)
40. Umaru Musa Yar’adua University (UMYU)
41. Western Delta University (WDU)
42. Renaissance University (RNU)
43. Crescent University (CRESCENT)
44. Novena University (NOVENA)
45. Achievers University (ACHIEVERS).
46. Adeleke University, Ede (AUE).
47. Afe Babalola University (ABUAD)
48. Al-Hikmah University (AL-HIKMAH)
49. Bauchi State University (BASU).
50. Baze University (BAZE)
51. Caleb University (CALEB)
52. Federal University, Ndufu-alike (FUNAI)
53. Lead City University (LCU)
54. Nile University of Nigeria (NUN)
55. Salem University (SALEM)
56. Federal University, Oye-ekiti (FUOYE)
57. Federal University, Wukari (FUWUKARI)
58. Fountain University (FOUNTAIN)
59. Godfrey Okoye University (GOUNI)
60. Samuel Adegboyega University (SAU)
61. Tansian University (TANSIAN)
62. Taraba State University (TASU)
63. Veritas University, Abuja (VERITAS)
64. Edwin Clark University (ECU)
65. Gregory University, Uturu (GUU)
66. Micheal and Cecilia Ibru University (MCIU)
67. Edo State University Uzairue (Formerly Edo University Iyamho) (EDSU)
68. Clifford University (CLU)
69. Yobe State University (YSU)
70. Elizade University (ELIZADE)
71. Arthur Jarvis University (AJU)
72. KolaDaisi University (KDU)
73. Nigeria Police Academy (POL-ACAD)
74. Atiba University, Oyo (ATUOYO)
75. Skyline University, Kano (SUK)
76. Ave Maria University (AVU)
77. Philomath University, Kuje (PHILOMATH)
78. Topfaith University, Mkpatak, (TOPFAITH)
79. University of Delta State Agbor (UNIDEL)
80. National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
81. Mewar University Nigeria (MUN)

The JAMB/IBASS-based programme listing used for this section identifies 38 institutions offering the programme under its current Law listing. Candidates should remember that being listed as offering a programme is not, by itself, a guarantee that the institution is admitting candidates for that programme in every admission cycle.

Direct Entry Requirements for Law

Candidates applying through JAMB Direct Entry must check requirements separately from UTME requirements.

Depending on the institution, recognised qualifications may include:

• Relevant A-Level qualifications
• A recognised first degree
• Other qualifications specifically accepted by the university

Some universities have restrictions on qualifications such as NCE, ND or HND, while others may accept them under specified conditions. Therefore, Direct Entry candidates should never assume that the UTME requirements apply to them in the same way.

Common Mistakes When Choosing JAMB Subjects for Law

• Choosing Subjects Before Choosing a University: Your preferred university should govern your choice of subject combination and not the other way round.
• Assuming all arts subjects are acceptable: UNILAG’s subject combination guidelines is a reminder that this assumption can be misleading.
• Confusing O’Level requirements with UTME subjects: You need to satisfy both your five O’Level credit requirements and the four UTME subjects of your choice.
• Using an out-dated subject combination: Admission requirements are often updated, so always do a final check on the requirements for your year of admission.
• Not considering special consideration options: A special consideration option could either open up an opportunity for you or it could be a reminder of a requirement you had not considered.

How to Check Your Eligibility for Law on JAMB IBASS

JAMB provides an official eligibility tool for candidates to check their qualifications before applying.

Follow these steps:

1. Visit the .
2. Select UTME or Direct Entry.
3. Choose the institution you want to attend.
4. Select the Law programme.
5. Enter your relevant O’Level qualifications.
6. Select your proposed UTME subjects.
7. Review the eligibility result and requirements provided.

This is the best final check before completing your JAMB registration.

What to Do If You Selected the Wrong JAMB Subjects

If you discover that your chosen subjects do not meet the requirements for Law:

• Confirm the exact requirement on JAMB IBASS.
• Check whether your preferred institution offers an alternative acceptable combination.
• Follow only JAMB’s official procedures regarding any available correction or change of details.
• Do not rely on social media claims that a high UTME score can compensate for an incorrect subject combination.

A high score does not remove the need to meet the basic subject requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions About JAMB Subject Combination for Law

What are the four JAMB subjects for Law?

Use of English is compulsory while the other three should be approved Arts or Social Science subjects by the university offering the course of study. However, many Universities requires Literature in English as part of their requirements for admission into their Law programmes.

Can I study Law without Literature in English?

It is best not to assume that you can. Many Universities requires Literature in English for admission into their Law programmes. However, there are exceptions and other Universities may have their own special requirement, so always check what is required by your preferred school.

Is Government a mandatory subject for Law?

While Government is a good subject choice for Law, it is not mandatory as many Universities that offer Law do not require it as part of their UTME requirements.

Can I use Economics as one of my subject combination for Law?

Economics is an acceptable subject for Law in many cases. However, there are exceptions, so do check first before choosing it as part of your UTME combination. For example, UNILAG prospectus states that Economics and Commerce should not be used for Law.

Is Mathematics required for Law?

The requirement for Mathematics may vary from one institution to the other. At the O’level, some Universities may not require it, so check requirements of your preferred institution.

Which Universities are willing to accept me with my subject combination for Law?

Use the official to check which institution you qualify for with your intended subject combination for UTME.

Note that for admission purposes, JAMB IBASS and the official admission guidelines of your chosen institution should be prioritized over blogs, social media posts and old guidelines.

Final Advice to Students Seeking Admission into Law Programmes

The safest JAMB subject combination to choose for Law is the one approved by the University where you intend to study Law.

Before registering for JAMB, make sure to:

• Pick your preferred University
• Check their UTME requirements
• Check their O’level requirements
• Look out for any special consideration or restriction
• Confirm that the course is available for the academic session you intend to gain admission.

Avoid choosing a JAMB subject combination based on generic information only. Always check the specific requirement of your intended institution and make sure to register for admission correctly to increase your chances of being admitted into the institution and course of your choice.

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