JAMB Subject Combination for Public Administration

Discover the correct JAMB subject combination for Public Administration for the 2026/2027 admission session, plus O'level requirements and admission tips. 

Public Administration is a popular Social Science course that focuses on the management of government institutions, public policies, and the delivery of public services. Students of Public Administration learn how government agencies operate, formulate policies, manage public resources, and provide services that promote national development.

If you are planning to study Public Administration in any Nigerian university, one of the first things you need to know is the correct JAMB subject combination and the admission requirements. Choosing the wrong UTME subjects can affect your chances of gaining admission, even if you score high in JAMB. You should also know the required cut-off mark, O'Level requirements, Direct Entry requirements, and the universities that offer the course.

In this guide, you will find the approved JAMB subject combination for Public Administration, the expected JAMB cut-off mark, O'Level and Direct Entry requirements, as well as the complete list of universities in Nigeria where you can study the course. This information will help you prepare properly and improve your chances of gaining admission.

JAMB Subject Combination for Public Administration

The JAMB subject combination for Public Administration differs slightly from one university to another. However, the combination accepted by most universities is:

• English Language (Compulsory)
• Government
• Economics
• Any other relevant subject

Some universities also accept:

• English Language (Compulsory)
• Mathematics
• Economics
• Any other Social Science subject

Before registering for UTME, always confirm the subject combination required by your preferred university to avoid admission issues.

O'Level Requirements for Public Administration

Candidates must obtain at least five (5) credit passes in WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB in not more than two sittings.

Most universities require credits in:

• English Language
• Mathematics
• Economics
• Government
• One other relevant subject

Some universities may accept other commercial or social science subjects such as:

• Commerce
• Accounting or Principles of Accounts
• Office Practice
• Secretarial Duties (for NBC holders)

Candidates should always check the admission requirements of their chosen university, as they may vary slightly.

Direct Entry Requirements for Public Administration

Candidates seeking admission through Direct Entry must satisfy the O'Level requirements in addition to any of the following qualifications:

• Two (2) A-Level passes, including Economics and one other subject such as Government, Accounting, Business Management, Geography, or Statistics.

Some universities may accept different subject combinations, so applicants are advised to verify the Direct Entry requirements of their preferred institution before applying. 

JAMB Cut-Off Mark for Public Administration

The general JAMB cut-off mark for Public Administration in most Nigerian universities is 160 and above. However, some universities may require 180, 200, or higher, depending on their admission policy and the competitiveness of the course.

To improve your chances of securing admission, it is advisable to score well above the minimum cut-off mark, especially if you are applying to highly competitive federal or state universities.

Universities Offering Public Administration in Nigeria

The following universities offer Public Administration in Nigeria:

• Abia State University
• Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
• Achievers University
• Adamawa State University
• Adekunle Ajasin University (AAUA)
• Adeleke University
• Admiralty University
• Afe Babalola University (ABUAD)
• Akwa Ibom State University
• Al-Hikmah University
• Ambrose Alli University (AAU)
• Arthur Jarvis University
• Babcock University
• Bauchi State University
• Bayero University Kano
• Baze University
• Benue State University
• University of Abuja
• University of Benin
• University of Calabar
• Caleb University
• Caritas University
• Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University (COOU)
• Coal City University
• Crawford University
• Eastern Palm University
• Ebonyi State University
• Edo University, Iyamho
• Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT)
• Federal University Gashua
• Federal University Gusau
• Federal University Oye-Ekiti
• Federal University Wukari
• Fountain University
• Godfrey Okoye University
• Gombe State University
• Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University
• Institute of Management and Technology, Enugu (Affiliated to UNN)
• Joseph Ayo Babalola University
• Kaduna State University
• Kogi State University
• Kwararafa University
• University of Ilorin
• Lagos State University
• Lead City University
• Legacy University
• Madonna University
• University of Maiduguri
• Mountain Top University
• Nasarawa State University
• National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN)
• National Open University of Nigeria (e-Learning)
• Nile University of Nigeria
• Novena University
• Obafemi Awolowo University
• Obong University
• Oduduwa University
• Olabisi Onabanjo University
• Paul University
• Redeemer's University
• Salem University
• Samuel Adegboyega University
• Tansian University
• Taraba State University
• Umaru Musa Yar'Adua University
• University of Africa, Toru-Orua
• Usmanu Danfodiyo University
• Nnamdi Azikiwe University
• Veritas University
• Yobe State University

If you want to study Public Administration in Nigeria, make sure you meet all the admission requirements before applying. This includes choosing the correct JAMB subject combination, meeting the O'Level requirements, satisfying the Direct Entry requirements if applicable, and scoring above your preferred university's cut-off mark.

Because admission requirements may differ slightly from one university to another, always confirm the latest requirements of your chosen institution before registering for JAMB or applying for admission.

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