How to Score and Score 250 and above in JAMB 2023.
There are 10 Basic Tips On How to Score 250 and above in 2023 JAMB.
- Study Approved JAMB Syllabus and Brochure.
- Get Recommended Text Books and Materials.
- Create The Perfect Study Environment.
- Read and Study Effectively.
- Identify Your Weakness.
- Practice JAMB Questions.
- Online CBT Test Practice.
- Attend JAMB Tutorial.
- Care for Your Body and Health.
- Stay Informed On JAMB News.
Study Approved JAMB Syllabus and Brochure.
A common mistake students make is ignorance and not analyzing the brochure and syllabus.
The JAMB Syllabus contains all the topics you must study for your examination. It is a comprehensive guide on how to read and score high.
Inside the syllabus, you will see statements like the candidate should be able to know this and that.
It gives you an important clue on what you must know for your CBT exam.
JAMB brochure gives you information about the courses offered at the different Universities, Polytechnics, and College of Education.
- Before registering for your JAMB, check out the correct subject combination for your preferred course of study.
How to Get JAMB Syllabus and Brochure to Study
- You can access the syllabus and brochure on the Official JAMB Website (https://www.jamb.gov.ng).
Get Recommended Text Books and Materials.
Many Nigerian students fail the JAMB exam because they read gigantic textbooks meant for PhD students at the University.
Reading complex and irrelevant materials will not help you score high in JAMB. It is necessary to get the official recommended textbooks.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Science Students
Inside the JAMB syllabus, you will see a list of recommended textbooks you should read.
For example, JAMB recommends Ababio’s New School Chemistry for science students.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Art & Commercial Students
You do not have to buy all the recommended textbooks.
You would end up not covering anything and spend a lot of money.
One text is enough for each subject.
Go for the one that is easy for you to comprehend.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Science Students
For science students, here is a list of texts I recommend that you supplement with your textbooks.
Use of English
- The Invisible Teacher of JAMB’s Use of English by Dele Ashade
- A-Z English Textbook by Dele Ashade
- A-One English by Dele Ashade
- Lamlad’s SSCE & UTME Chemistry by F. O. Ayinde and F. O. Asubiojo
- New School Chemistry for Senior Secondary Schools by Ababio, O.Y
Physics
- Senior Secondary School Physics by Okeke, P. N and Anyakoha, M.W
- Lamlad’s SSCE & UTME Physics by O. Ajaja and H.B. Olaniyi
Biology
- Explicit Biology by O.J. Olaoye
Mathematics
- Integrated Mathematics Textbook by Afolabi J.R
Note that some of these textbooks are not available in bookshops nationwide.
A few years ago, I had to order Explicit Biology and Invisible Teacher from the publisher in Lagos. It was because no bookshop in my city had the book in stock.
Funny enough, I also used Lamlad’s Chemistry to study in my first year at the University here at EBSU.
The textbooks greatly benefit every Science Student Taking JAMB this year. You will thank me later.
You can get Explicit Biology in Amazon.
English
- The Invisible Teacher of JAMB’s Use of English by Dele Ashade
- A-Z English Textbook by Dele Ashade
- A-One English by Dele Ashade
- Essential Oral English for Schools and Colleges by Caesar, O. J.
Government
- Comprehensive Government for Senior Secondary Schools
- Essential Government for Senior Secondary Schools by C. C. Dibie.
Literature
- Practical Guild in Literature
- Exam Focus Literature-in-English
CRS
- Study the Bible with the JAMB syllabus
Economics
- Essential Economics for Senior Secondary Schools
- Comprehensive Economics
Get Rid of Distraction
An effective way to prepare, study and score high in JAMB is to eliminate distractions.
WhatsApp and Facebook are the major distractions facing Nigerian students.
Many students find it hard to focus while studying without getting distracted. These distractions are buzz on social media.
Getting rid of distractions is not as easy as it may sound. Addiction to these apps is never an easy habit to drop.
To eliminate distractions, you must do away with anything that would hinder your study plan.
You have to stay focused and discipline yourself.
Here are tips on how to get rid of distractions while preparing for JAMB.
- Go to the library to study, and do not go with your Android or iPhone.
- Study in a calm environment.
- Get enough sleep before your study time.
- Do not study on an empty stomach.
- Switch off your data while studying.
- Resist the urge to check out your WhatsApp messages during study hours.
- Cultivate the habit of using social media only on weekends.
- Make yourself unavailable to friends who would distract you from your study.
- Get a good recharge lamp to study at night.
- Study with table and chair.
- Inform your parents you need alone time to study.
- Don’t do house chores during study time.
- Study in a well-ventilated room.
Create The Perfect Study Environment
Creating a perfect study environment is necessary to get an excellent score in JAMB.
You must find out which environment best suits you to study. A serene environment helps you to read and understand.
It is not advisable to study while lying on the bed. Study with a table and chair.A recommended study environment is libraries, University or Polytechnic campuses around your house.
You can try out public secondary schools on weekends. Ensure that the location is safe.
Even in your house, you can create a place perfect for you to study with minimal distractions.
Read and Study
Reading or browsing through the topics in the JAMB syllabus is not enough.
You have to study deep to understand the subject that you are reading.
Do not read topics like some kind of romance novel.
You must read every page of your textbook with an understanding.
JAMB questions may come from in-between the lines.
No topic in the syllabus is irrelevant.
The questions can come from anywhere.
One mistake I made during my JAMB days was always trying to cover
the syllabus in a short period.
Nobody will give you an award for finishing the JAMB outline in one month.
Never do you try to exhaust the syllabus so that you can brag to your
friends that you know how to read.
Understanding what you are reading and clicking the correct option
on the day of your examination is the essence of studying.
Have a good study strategy and time management technique. It will
help you prepare for your exam. Starting to prepare early is an
essential key to getting an impressive score of 250 and above.
JAMB Study Timetable
Here is an example of a JAMB reading timetable for a science student;
| Day | Subject |
|---|---|
| Monday | Chemistry |
| Tuesday | Biology |
| Wednesday | Physics |
| Thursday | Use of English |
| Friday | Physics |
| Saturday | Chemistry |
| Sunday | Biology |
