Download the full list of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for 2025/2026 in PDF format for all subjects including Biology, Chemistry, English, Mathematics, Economics, and more.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks are a selection of books suggested by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for candidates preparing for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). While these books are highly recommended, it’s important to note that they are not the only resources you can use. Candidates should also make use of past JAMB questions, study guides, and time management techniques to enhance their preparation.
Download JAMB Recommended Textbooks for 2025 UTME Below:
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Biology
- Ndu, F.O. C. Ndu, Abun A. and Aina J.O. (2001) Senior Secondary School Biology: Books 1 -3, Lagos: Longman
- Odunfa, S.A. (2001) Essential of Biology, Ibadan: Heinemann
- Oguniyi M.B. Adebisi A.A. and Okojie J.A. (2000) Biology for Senior Secondary Schools: Books 1 – 3, Macmillan
- Ramalingam, S.T. (2005) Modern Biology, SS Science Series. New Edition, AFP
- Stan. (2004) Biology for Senior Secondary Schools. Revised Edition, Ibadan: Heinemann
- Stone R.H. and Cozens, A.B.C. (1982) Biology for West African Schools. Longman
- Usua, E.J. (1997) Handbook of practical Biology 2nd Edition, University Press, Limited
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Chemistry
- New School Chemistry for Senior Secondary Schools, Ababio, O. Y. (2009), (Fourth edition), Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers Limited.
- Senior Secondary Chemistry, Bajah, S.T.; Teibo, B. O., Onwu, G.; and Obikwere, A. Book 1 (1999), Books 2 and 3 (2000). Lagos: Longman.
- Understanding Chemistry for Schools and Colleges, Ojokuku, G. O. (2012, Revised Edition), Zaria: Press-On Chemresources.
- Essential: Chemistry for Senior Secondary Schools, (2008), 2nd Edition, I. A. Odesina, Lagos: Tonad Publishers Limited.
- Countdown to WASSCE/SSCE, NECO, JME Chemistry, Uche, I. O.; Adenuga, I. J. and Iwuagwu, S. L. (2003). Ibadan: Evans.
JAMB Recommended Textbooks for English
1. ANTHOLOGIES
- Gbemisola, A. (2005)Naked Soles, Ibadan: Kraft
- Hayward, J. (ed.) (1968) The Penguin Book of English Verse, London Penguin
- Johnson, R. et al (eds.) (1996) New Poetry from Africa, Ibadan: UP Plc
- Kermode, F. et al (1964) Oxford Anthology of English Literature, Vol. II, London: OUP
- Nwoga D. (ed.) (1967) West African Verse, London: Longman
- Senanu, K. E. and Vincent, T. (eds.) (1993) A Selection of African Poetry, Lagos: Longman
- Soyinka, W. (ed.) (1987) Poems of Black Africa, Ibadan: Heinemann
2. CRITICAL TEXTS
- Abrams, M. H. (1981) A Glossary of Literary Terms, (4th Edition) New York, Holt Rinehalt and Winston
- Emeaba, O. E. (1982) A Dictionary of Literature, Aba: Inteks Press
- Murphy, M. J. (1972) Understanding Unseen, An Introduction to English Poetry and English Novel for Overseas Students, George Allen and Unwin Ltd.
JAMB Recommended Textbook for Economics
- Aderinto, A.A et al (1996) Economics: Exam Focus, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
- Black, J. (1997) Oxford Dictionary of Economics. Oxford: Oxford University Press
- Eyiyere, D.O. (1980) Economics Made Easy, Benin City, Quality Publishers Ltd.
- Fajana, F et al (1999) Countdown to SSCE/JME Economics Ibadan: Evans
- Falodun, A.B. et al (1997) Round-up Economics, Lagos: Longman
- Kountsoyiannis, A. (1979) Modern Microeconomics, London: Macmillan
- Lipsey, R.G. (1997) An Introduction to Positive Economics, Oxford: Oxford University Press.
- Samuelson, P and Nordhaus, W. (1989) Economics, Singapore: McGraw-Hill
- Udu E and Agu G.A. (2005) New System Economics: a Senior Secondary Course, Ibadan: Africana FIRST Publishers Ltd.
- Wannacott and Wannacott (1979) Economics, New York: McGraw-Hill.
- Brownson-oton Richard (2010) What is Micro-Economics? Niky Printing and Publishing coy.
JAMB Recommended Textbook for Government
- The Dynamics of Public Administration by E. Onyishi
- Citizenship Education in Nigeria by J.O. Akinyele
- The Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
JAMB Recommended Textbook for Literature-in-English
- The Lion and the Jewel by Wole Soyinka
- Harvest of Corruption by Frank Ogodo Ogbeche
- Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
JAMB Recommended Textbook for Physics
- Comprehensive Physics for Senior Secondary Schools by H.C. Ohia and J.O. Adeniji
- Understanding Physics by Isaac Asimov
- Fundamental Physics for Senior Secondary Schools by O.A. Oluikpe and M.N. Ikeke
JAMB Recommended Textbook for Mathematics
- New School Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools by M. Adelaja, S. Adegoke, M. Olayiwola, and O. Oyeneye
- Further Mathematics by B.O. Ogunwale
- Essential Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools by O.D. Izzi and A. Adegbite.
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Ensure you download these recommended textbooks to boost your preparation for the 2025/2026 UTME. Use them alongside JAMB past questions and study strategies for the best chance at success.