JAMB Subject Combination for Metallurgical Engineering 2025/2026 UTME

Congratulations on selecting metallurgical engineering as your preferred course of study in the 2025/2026 UTME. To ground things up, you have to select the right subjects that supports this ambition of yours.

Sequel to this, this article explains to you approved JAMB subject combination for Metallurgical Engineering. These are the subjects you will select at registration and also write the exam for same.

Apart from the Joint Admission and Matriculation (JAMB) subject combination, getting your O’level result right is pretty much crucial.

About Metallurgical Engineering

Maybe you heard about Metallurgical Engineering from a friend, online platform, JAMB brochure, media, parents/guardian or better still doing it because your secondary school mate wants to study same.

Here’s the basic understanding you should have about the course.

Metallurgical Engineering is simply the study to understand metals and alloys extraction, refining and fabrication process for diverse usage.

It is sub-divided into three main components; (1) Extractive metallurgy, (2) Physical metallurgy (3) Mechanical metallurgy etc.

What is JAMB Subject Combination?

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) subject combination refers to the four (4) subjects that is key to your intended course of study.

It could also be seen as selection of subjects that best suites a particular course of study. The selection is done during JAMB registration and examination will be written on the same subjects.

This therefore draws the need for a careful selection especially so that you align to JAMB’s admission requirements as failure to do so disqualifies you off the process.

Some of the reference material that could guide your decided when it comes to JAMB subject combination for Metallurgical Engineering includes; JAMB brochure, syllabus, approved CBT centers or those already studying the course.

JAMB Subject Combination for Metallurgical Engineering in 2025/2026

The right subject selection for metallurgical engineering in the 2025 UTME are:

• Use of English
• Mathematics
• Chemistry
• Physics

Use of English is compulsory for all JAMBites, which therefore means that Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics are the main subject combination for Metallurgical Engineering.

O’level Admission Requirements for Metallurgical Engineering

To finally gain admission for Metallurgical Engineering, both your O’level result (WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB) must contain credit passes in the following subjects:

• English Language
• Mathematics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Geography
• Economics etc.

Having anything short of C6 in not more than two (2) sittings for any of the above subjects disqualifies you off the admission process.

General Admission Requirements for Metallurgical Engineering 2025

In line with the right JAMB subject combination and O’level result, here are other criteria you must meet:

• Registering and write the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
• Having a good JAMB score of 220 and above.
• Checking and printing your JAMB result slip.
• Registering for Post UTME screening.
• Attending the screening and submitting relevant documents such as National Identity Card, Recent Passport Photograph, O’level and JAMB results.
• You must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.

Why Study Metallurgical Engineering?

Nigeria is a country greatly rich in mineral or natural resources e.g. iron ore, limestone, and tine which are pivotal for metallurgical industries thus studying Metallurgical Engineering brings you to limitless job opportunities.

This means you’re sure of a job after graduation, good pay, or could even decide to kick off a company yourself.

The next reason why you should study Metallurgical Engineering is that practicality is assured being that the necessary equipment are already on ground. Then lastly, the school fees for faculty of engineering is quite cost-effective compared to other courses.

JAMB Cut-off Mark for Metallurgical Engineering

Generally, JAMB has approved 140 as the university cut-off mark for all courses but realistically you may need to score more than 200 in UTME to stand a chance of gaining admission for metallurgical engineering in any university.

The reason for this is simply the competitiveness of the course which will then result to the school raising cut-off mark in other to select the best and most qualified.

University Cut-off Mark for Metallurgical Engineering

• Abia State University, Uturu (180 – 240)
• Adamawa State University Mubi (180 – 240)
• Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba (180 – 240)
• Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Akpaden (180 – 240)
• Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma (180 – 240)
• Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Uli (180 – 240)
• Bauchi State University, Gadau (180 – 240)
• Benue State University, Makurdi (180 – 240)
• Yobe State University, Damaturu (180 – 240)
• Cross River State University of Technology, Calabar (200 – 260)
• Achievers University, Owo (180 – 240)
• Adeleke University, Ede (180 – 240)
• Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti – Ekiti State (180 – 240)
• Ajayi Crowther University, Ibadan (180 – 240)
• Al-Hikmah University, Ilorin (180 – 240)
• Al-Qalam University, Katsina (180 – 240)
• American University of Nigeria, Yola (180 – 240)
• Augustine University (180 – 240)
• Babcock University,Ilishan-Remo (180 – 240)
• Baze University (180 – 240)
• Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi (180 – 240)
• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (180 – 240)
• Bayero University, Kano (180 – 240)
• Federal University Gashua, Yobe (180 – 240)
• Federal University of Petroleum Resources, Effurun (180 – 240)
• Federal University of Technology, Akure (180 – 245)
• Federal University of Technology, Minna (190 – 240)
• Federal University of Technology, Owerri (190 – 240)
• Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State (180 – 250)
• Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina (180 – 250)

FAQs

Is Physics Mandatory for Metallurgical Engineering?

All university in Nigeria demands candidates seeking to study metallurgical engineering offer Physics and Chemistry both at O’level and JAMB.

What is the correct JAMB subject combination for Metallurgical Engineering?

The required subjects for metallurgical engineering are English Language, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry etc.

Can I use a different science subject in place of Chemistry or Physics?

No, Chemistry and Physics are compulsory for Metallurgical Engineering in JAMB, as they are fundamental to the course.

Is Biology mandatory for Metallurgical Engineering in JAMB?

No, Biology is not necessary rather the main subjects are Use of English, Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

Can I study Metallurgical Engineering without Further Mathematics?

Yes, Further Mathematics is not a JAMB requirement but may be an advantage for a better understanding of the subject at the university level.

What is the minimum JAMB score required to study Metallurgical Engineering?

The cutoff varies by university but is typically between 180 and 240, depending on the institution and competition.