If you're aiming to score 300+ in JAMB 2025, here’s the truth: JAMB repeats questions every year. Not just the same topics—but often the exact same question format, structure, and logic.
Whether you're a science, arts, commercial, or social science student, this blog reveals the most repeated JAMB questions you need to focus on across the major subjects. Let’s help you skip the guesswork and study what actually shows up in the exam hall.
Most Repeated JAMB Questions by Subject (2025 Focus)
Use of English
| Topic | Likely Question Types |
|---|---|
| Comprehension | Summary, meaning of words in context, tone, main idea |
| Lexis & Structure | Sentence completion, synonyms/antonyms |
| Oral Forms | Stress patterns, vowel/consonant sounds |
| Essay Writing | Formal/informal letters, article writing, speech writing |
| Registers | Occupational register (law, health, media, etc.) |
Pro Tip: Practice past comprehension and summary passages repeatedly. The context may change, but the style rarely does.
Mathematics
| Topic | Common Repeats |
|---|---|
| Algebra | Expansion, factorization, word problems |
| Quadratic Equations | Solving by factorization or formula |
| Geometry | Angles in triangles and circles, loci |
| Trigonometry | Sine/cosine rules, angles of elevation/depression |
| Statistics & Probability | Mean, median, mode, probability of events |
| Number & Numeration | Indices, logarithms, standard form |
Pro Tip: JAMB likes numbers—expect at least 50% of the questions to require calculations.
Biology
| Topic | Most Frequently Tested Areas |
|---|---|
| Cell & Its Environment | Cell organelles, osmosis, diffusion, plasmolysis |
| Nutrition | Photosynthesis, digestive enzymes, food substances |
| Reproduction | Asexual vs sexual, reproductive organs |
| Genetics | Mendel's laws, monohybrid/dihybrid crosses |
| Ecology | Food chains, pollution, adaptation |
Pro Tip: Diagrams of the human body, plant structures, and cell components are commonly repeated.
Chemistry
| Topic | Expected Questions |
|---|---|
| Periodic Table | Properties of groups, trends across periods |
| Organic Chemistry | Naming hydrocarbons, functional groups |
| Acids, Bases & Salts | pH scale, neutralization, titration |
| Chemical Reactions | Balancing equations, types of reactions |
| Separation Techniques | Filtration, chromatography, fractional distillation |
| Atomic Structure | Isotopes, electron configuration, atomic number/mass |
Pro Tip: Focus on calculations and lab-based questions—like molarity, empirical formulas, etc.
Physics
| Topic | Most Repeated Question Types |
|---|---|
| Motion & Laws | Speed, acceleration, Newton’s Laws |
| Energy & Work | Kinetic/Potential energy, power, efficiency |
| Heat & Thermodynamics | Expansion, specific heat, gas laws |
| Electricity | Ohm’s Law, circuit analysis, resistors |
| Light | Reflection, refraction, lenses |
| Sound & Waves | Wave properties, frequency, amplitude |
Pro Tip: Master your formulas. JAMB Physics is about fast, accurate problem-solving.
Economics (Commercial/Social Science Students)
| Topic | Frequently Repeated |
|---|---|
| Demand & Supply | Curves, determinants, elasticity |
| Production | Types and stages of production |
| Money & Banking | Functions of money, central banks |
| Public Finance | Government revenue, budget, taxation |
| Inflation & Unemployment | Causes, effects, and controls |
Pro Tip: Focus on real-world applications and economic graphs.
Government (Arts/Social Science Students)
| Topic | Likely Questions |
|---|---|
| Constitution | Types, features, importance |
| Separation of Powers | Arms of government, checks and balances |
| Political Systems | Unitary, federal, confederal |
| Electoral Process | Voting systems, INEC, political parties |
| Colonialism & Nationalism | Pre-independence era, nationalist movements |
Pro Tip: Memorize key terms, dates, and roles of major political actors in Nigeria.
📖 Literature-in-English (Arts Students)
| Area | Repeated Focus |
|---|---|
| Prose | Plot, characters, setting, theme |
| Drama | Conflict, message, literary devices |
| Poetry | Figures of speech, tone, interpretation |
Pro Tip: Know your recommended texts inside out—characters, plot twists, and author’s intention.
How to Use These Questions Effectively
| ✅ Do This | ❌ Don’t Do This |
|---|---|
| Solve questions topic by topic | Skip straight to answer checking |
| Time yourself like real CBT exams | Practice without pressure |
| Understand each solution | Memorize answers blindly |
| Practice daily | Procrastinate until exam week |
Bonus Tools to Help You Study Smarter
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JAMB CBT Mobile Apps (FlashLearners, Myschool CBT, Pass.ng)
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WAEC/JAMB Past Question Books (Get for your specific subjects)
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Study Timetables & Flashcards (Digital or handwritten)
Conclusion
You don’t have to study the whole textbook to ace JAMB. Just focus on the repeated patterns, master the top topics listed here, and practice smart using past questions. Thousands of students score 300+ every year using this exact strategy—you can too.
