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JAMB Mathematics Syllabus 2026/2027 & Textbooks

By UTME2026 January 14, 2026 JAMB Syllabus 2026 0 Comments

The JAMB Mathematics Syllabus 2026/2027 covers five core areas: Number & Numeration, Algebra, Geometry & Trigonometry, Calculus, and Statistics & Probability, testing skills in computation, logical reasoning, and real-life application, with detailed topics including Number Bases, Sets, Equations, Mensuration, Differentiation, and Probability. Key textbooks often recommended for these topics include those by authors like [Adelodun], [Oguntade], and []Simeon (though specific 2026/2027 editions aren’t out, these authors cover core syllabus content).

If you plan to study a science-, engineering-, or calculation-based course at the university, you must write mathematics in the JAMB UTME.

The exam tests problem-solving skills across topics such as algebra, trigonometry, geometry, calculus, and statistics. Students with a background in further mathematics often find it easier. Success in JAMB Mathematics depends largely on speed and accuracy, as only final answers are required.

Syllabus Sections:

Number and Numeration
Algebra
Geometry/Trigonometry
Calculus
Statistics

Objective:
The UTME Mathematics syllabus aims to:

Build computational and manipulative skills
Develop logical and precise reasoning
Improve interpretation of graphs, diagrams, and data
Apply mathematics to everyday life situations

JAMB Mathematics Syllabus 2026/2027 & Textbooks

SN	TOPICS	OBJECTIVES
1	Number and Numeration • Number bases (2–10), operations and conversions (including fractions) • Fractions, decimals, approximations & percentages • Indices, logarithms & surds • Sets and Venn diagrams	Candidates should be able to: • Perform basic operations in different number bases • Solve problems on fractions, decimals, percentages, interest, profit & loss, ratio, VAT • Apply laws of indices and logarithms • Simplify surds • Identify types of sets and solve set problems using symbols and Venn diagrams
2	Algebra • Polynomials and graphs • Variation • Inequalities • Progressions (AP & GP) • Binary operations • Matrices & determinants	Candidates should be able to: • Change the subject of formula and factorize polynomials • Solve simultaneous equations and interpret graphs • Solve variation and percentage problems • Solve linear and quadratic inequalities • Find nth term and sum of AP & GP (including infinity) • Apply properties of binary operations • Perform matrix operations, find determinants and inverses of 2×2 matrices
3	Geometry and Trigonometry • Euclidean geometry • Mensuration • Loci • Coordinate geometry • Trigonometry	Candidates should be able to: • Solve problems involving angles, polygons and circles • Calculate perimeters, areas, surface areas and volumes • Interpret loci • Find distance, gradient and equations of straight lines • Solve problems involving trigonometric ratios, bearings, elevation & depression, and graphs
4	Calculus • Differentiation • Applications of differentiation • Integration	Candidates should be able to: • Find limits of functions • Differentiate algebraic and simple trigonometric functions • Solve problems involving rate of change, maxima and minima • Integrate simple functions and find area under curves
5	Statistics • Data representation • Measures of location • Measures of dispersion • Permutation & combination • Probability	Candidates should be able to: • Interpret frequency tables, histograms, bar and pie charts • Calculate mean, median, mode and cumulative frequency • Compute range, variance and standard deviation • Solve permutation and combination problems • Solve probability problems involving mutual and independent events

JAMB Mathematics Textbooks 2026/2027

Adelodun A. A (2000) Distinction in Mathematics: Comprehensive Revision Text, (3rd Edition) Ado -Ekiti: FNPL.
Anyebe, J. A. B (1998) Basic Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools and Remedial Students in Higher/ institutions, Lagos: Kenny Moore.
Channon, J. B. Smith, A. M (2001) New General Mathematics for West Africa SSS 1 to 3, Lagos: Longman.
David -Osuagwu, M. et al (2000) New School Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools, Onitsha: Africana – FIRST Publishers.
Egbe. E et al (2000) Further Mathematics, Onitsha: Africana – FIRST Publishers
Ibude, S. O. et al (2003) Algebra and Calculus for Schools and Colleges: LINCEL Publishers.
Tuttuh – Adegun M. R. et al (1997), Further Mathematics Project Books 1 to 3, Ibadan: NPS Educational

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