ABOUT IJMB

The Interim Joint Matriculation Board Examination (IJMBE) is a qualifying examination into Nigerian and Foreign Universities. The examination is primarily for Advanced Level subjects for Direct Entry into 200 level in the Universities. The syllabus for the Examination is compiled in line with international standard educational requirements and admission requirements of various Universities, Nigeria and overseas. The syllabus is designed to be covered in only one (1) academic session over a period of two (2) semesters. The content is structured in such a way to ensure that all the topics are covered within the two semesters. A list of relevant reading texts is provided at the end of each subject syllabus to guide the institutions, lecturers and students. For effective coverage of the syllabus, a minimum of eight (10) lecture hours per week is recommended, practical and field work included. The syllabus may be revised every eight (8) years.

SELECTION OF SUBJECT COMBINATION
Candidates for the Advanced Level Examination should refer to the current JAMB brochure for appropriate subject combinations leading to the proposed course of study in the University. Each candidate shall enroll and sit for only three (3) subjects for the examination.

APPROVAL
IJMB is a national educational programme approved by the Federal Government, coordinated nationwide by Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, with different affiliated Study Centres across the country. The programme provides a platform that enables successful candidates to secure direct admission into 200 Level in Nigerian Universities and Abroad. TREND Annually, about 30,000 candidates put in for the IJMB programme, out of which about 20,000 applicants come off successful, and secure admission with the result into 200 level in various Universities nationwide.

CERTIFICATION
IJMBE is certified by Nigeria University Commission (NUC) and Joint Admission Matriculation Board (JAMB) as an A'level programme that qualifies candidates to secure direct admission into 200 Level in the Universitiesupon successful completion of the programme.