If you’re preparing for the JAMB Biology exam for the 2025/2026 academic session, then you’re in the right place.
As someone who’s been through the process and understands the pressure, I’ve created this detailed guide to help you focus on the most important areas of the syllabus.
This post will break down everything you need to know in simple terms, so you can study effectively and boost your chances of success.
Why Is Knowing the JAMB Syllabus Important?
The JAMB syllabus serves as your roadmap for the exam. It outlines all the topics you’re expected to study.
Without it, preparing for the exam can feel like driving without a map—you might spend hours on topics that won’t even show up in the exam.
That’s why understanding the areas of concentration is so critical.
JAMB Areas of Concentration for Biology 2025/2026
Based on the latest syllabus, here are the main topics you should focus on:
1. Diversity of Organisms
- Classification of Living Things: Learn the hierarchy from Kingdom to Species. Pay attention to examples of plants and animals in each category.
- Microorganisms: Study bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa. Focus on their structure, reproduction, and importance in the environment.
2. Structure and Functions of Living Organisms
- Cell Structure: Understand the parts of a cell (nucleus, mitochondria, etc.) and their functions. Know the differences between plant and animal cells.
- Tissues, Organs, and Systems: Learn how cells form tissues and how tissues make up organs and systems. For example, study the circulatory system in humans and the transport system in plants.
3. Genetics and Evolution
- Heredity: Focus on Mendel’s laws, genetic crosses (monohybrid and dihybrid), and basic terminologies like genotype, phenotype, and chromosomes.
- Evolution: Understand theories like natural selection and evidence supporting evolution (fossils, anatomy, etc.).
4. Ecology and Ecosystems
- Ecological Concepts: Learn about food chains, food webs, energy flow, and nutrient cycles (e.g., carbon and nitrogen cycles).
- Environmental Issues: Study topics like deforestation, pollution, and conservation methods.
5. Reproduction and Growth
- Reproductive Systems: Focus on sexual and asexual reproduction in plants and animals. For humans, study male and female reproductive systems.
- Growth and Development: Learn the stages of growth, factors affecting growth, and processes like mitosis and meiosis.
6. Practical Biology
- Laboratory Techniques: Learn how to use basic lab equipment like microscopes and how to handle biological specimens safely.
- Biological Drawings: Practice drawing and labeling plant and animal cells, as well as parts of organisms like flowers and insects.
How to Study for JAMB Biology Effectively
- Get the Right Materials: Use the official JAMB syllabus, past questions, and recommended textbooks. These are your best resources.
- Create a Study Plan: Allocate specific times for each topic and stick to the plan.
- Practice Questions Regularly: Solve past questions to get a feel for the exam format.
- Join Study Groups: Discussing topics with others can help reinforce your knowledge.
- Stay Consistent: Don’t wait until the last minute to cram. Consistency is key.
Let me know in the comments which topic you’re finding most challenging, and I’ll provide more tips to help you out. Good luck.