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JAMB Published: May 12, 2026 • By Emmanuel Iweh

Educational Reform: JAMB Exempts Agriculture and Education Courses from UTME Threshold

Educational Reform: JAMB Exempts Agriculture and Education Courses from UTME Threshold

"To boost national development, JAMB has introduced special incentives for candidates applying for Education and Agriculture."

In a strategic move to encourage enrollment in critical sectors of the Nigerian economy, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a significant policy shift. Candidates seeking admission into programs in Education and Agriculture (non-engineering courses) are now being exempted from the standard UTME scoring thresholds that apply to other courses. This policy is designed to revitalize the teaching profession and promote sustainable agricultural practices by incentivizing students to pursue these career paths.

The policy was adopted during the 2026 Policy Meeting led by the Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa. By lowering the entry barriers for these essential fields, the board hopes to increase the workforce in rural development and national education. Interested applicants are advised to visit the JAMB portal to review the specific courses under this incentive program. This reform is part of a broader government effort to align higher education outcomes with national labor requirements, ensuring that the next generation of graduates is equipped to address the country's most pressing socio-economic challenges.

Official Source Reference: https://www.bbc.com/pidgin/articles/c0724819

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