JAMB Recommended Textbooks for 2025 UTME [UPDATED]

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JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Science Subjects

English Language

Below is the list of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for English:

  1. Practice in Spoken English for Intermediate and Advanced Learners by Attah, M.O. (2013 Edition)
  2. English Lexis and Structure for Senior Secondary Schools and Colleges (Revised Edition) by Bamgbose, A. (2002 Edition)
  3. New Oxford Secondary English Course (Book Six) for Senior Secondary Schools by Banjo, A. et al. (2004 Edition)
  4. Essential Oral English for Schools and Colleges by Caesar, O.J. (2003 Edition)
  5. Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary by Daniel Jones (2011 Edition)
  6. Mastering English Usage and Communication Skills by Egbe, D.I. (1996 Edition)
  7. Oral English for Schools and Colleges by Elugbe, B. (2000 Edition)
  8. Senior English Project 3 (New Edition) by Grant, N.J.H., Nnamonu, S., and Jowitt, D. (1998 Edition)
  9. Round-up English: A Complete Guide by Idowu, O.O., Sogbesan, T.S., Adofo, A.K., Burgess, D.F., and Burgess, L.J. (1998 Edition)
  10. Oral English at Your Fingertips for Schools and Colleges by Idris, U. (2001 Edition)
  11. Grammar and Composition in the G.S.M. Age by Igiligi, E.C. and Ogenyi, S.O. (2010 Edition)
  12. Oral English for Schools and Colleges: A Teaching and Learning Approach by Jauro, L.B. (2013 Edition)
  13. Common Errors in English by Nnamonu, S. and Jowitt, D. (1989 Edition)
  14. University Matriculation Use of English (Fourth Edition) by Obinna, M.F. (2001 Edition)
  15. Countdown English Language (Revised Edition) by Ogunsanwo, O., Duruaku, A.B.C., Ezechukwu, J., and Nwachukwu, U.I. (2005 Edition)
  16. The Silent Teacher by Olatoye, S. (2006 Edition)
  17. Intensive English for Senior Secondary School 3 by Oluikpe, B.O.A., Nnaemeka, B.A., Obah, T.Y., Otagburuagu, E.J., Onuigbo, S., and Ogbonna, E.A. (1998 Edition)
  18. Objective Tests for School Certificate English: Practice in Lexis, Structure and Idiom (Reprinted Edition) by Tomori, S.H.O. (2000 Edition)
  19. Catch-up English for SSCE/UME by Ukwuegbu, C., Okoro, O., Idris, A.U., Okebukola, F.O., and Owokade, C.O. (2002 Edition)

Biology

This is the list of recommended Textbooks for biology:

  1. Senior Secondary School Biology (Books 1-3) by Ndu, F.O.C., Ndu, Abun A., and Aina J.O. (2001 Edition)
  2. Essentials of Biology by Odunfa, S.A. (2001 Edition)
  3. Biology for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Ogunniyi M.B., Adebisi A.A., and Okojie J.A. (2000 Edition)
  4. Modern Biology, SS Science Series (New Edition) by Ramalingam, S.T. (2005 Edition)
  5. Biology for Senior Secondary Schools (Revised Edition) by STAN (2004 Edition)
  6. Biology for West African Schools by Stone R.H. and Cozens, A.B.C. (1982 Edition)
  7. Handbook of Practical Biology (2nd Edition) by Usua, E.J. (1997 Edition)

Physics

Below is the list of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Physics:

  1. Essential Principles of Physics by Ike, E.E. (2014 Edition)
  2. Numerical Problems and Solutions in Physics by Ike, E.E. (2014 Edition)
  3. Fundamentals of Physics by Nelson, M. (1977 Edition)
  4. Advanced Level Physics (Sixth Edition) by Nelson, M. and Parker (1989 Edition)
  5. Senior Secondary School Physics by Okeke, P.N. and Anyakoha, M.W. (2000 Edition)
  6. Comprehensive Certificate Physics by Olumuyiwa, A. and Ogunkoya, O.O. (1992 Edition)

Chemistry

Below is the list of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Chemistry:

  1. New School Chemistry for Senior Secondary Schools (Fourth Edition) by Ababio, O.Y. (2009 Edition)
  2. Senior Secondary Chemistry (Books 1-3) by Bajah, S.T., Teibo, B.O., Onwu, G., and Obikwere, A. (Books 1 – 1999 Edition, Books 2 & 3 – 2000 Edition)
  3. Understanding Chemistry for Schools and Colleges (Revised Edition) by Ojokuku, G.O. (2012 Edition)
  4. Essential Chemistry for Senior Secondary Schools (2nd Edition) by Odesina, I.A. (2008 Edition)
  5. Countdown to WASSCE/SSCE, NECO, JME Chemistry by Uche, I.O., Adenuga, I.J., and Iwuagwu, S.L. (2003 Edition)

Mathematics

Below is the list of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Mathematics in your preferred format:

  1. Distinction in Mathematics: Comprehensive Revision Text (3rd Edition) by Adelodun, A.A. (2000 Edition)
  2. Basic Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools and Remedial Students in Higher Institutions by Anyebe, J.A.B. (1998 Edition)
  3. New General Mathematics for West Africa (SSS 1 to 3) by Channon, J.B. and Smith, A.M. (2001 Edition)
  4. New School Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools by David-Osuagwu, M. et al. (2000 Edition)
  5. Further Mathematics by Egbe, E. et al. (2000 Edition)
  6. Algebra and Calculus for Schools and Colleges by Ibude, S.O. et al. (2003 Edition)
  7. Further Mathematics Project (Books 1 to 3) by Tuttuh-Adegun, M.R. et al. (1997 Edition)

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JAMB Recommended Textbooks for Arts / Commercial Subjects

English Language

Below is the list of JAMB Recommended Textbooks for English:

  1. Practice in Spoken English for Intermediate and Advanced Learners by Attah, M.O. (2013 Edition)
  2. English Lexis and Structure for Senior Secondary Schools and Colleges (Revised Edition) by Bamgbose, A. (2002 Edition)
  3. New Oxford Secondary English Course (Book Six) for Senior Secondary Schools by Banjo, A. et al. (2004 Edition)
  4. Essential Oral English for Schools and Colleges by Caesar, O.J. (2003 Edition)
  5. Cambridge English Pronouncing Dictionary by Daniel Jones (2011 Edition)
  6. Mastering English Usage and Communication Skills by Egbe, D.I. (1996 Edition)
  7. Oral English for Schools and Colleges by Elugbe, B. (2000 Edition)
  8. Senior English Project 3 (New Edition) by Grant, N.J.H., Nnamonu, S., and Jowitt, D. (1998 Edition)
  9. Round-up English: A Complete Guide by Idowu, O.O., Sogbesan, T.S., Adofo, A.K., Burgess, D.F., and Burgess, L.J. (1998 Edition)
  10. Oral English at Your Fingertips for Schools and Colleges by Idris, U. (2001 Edition)
  11. Grammar and Composition in the G.S.M. Age by Igiligi, E.C. and Ogenyi, S.O. (2010 Edition)
  12. Oral English for Schools and Colleges: A Teaching and Learning Approach by Jauro, L.B. (2013 Edition)
  13. Common Errors in English by Nnamonu, S. and Jowitt, D. (1989 Edition)
  14. University Matriculation Use of English (Fourth Edition) by Obinna, M.F. (2001 Edition)
  15. Countdown English Language (Revised Edition) by Ogunsanwo, O., Duruaku, A.B.C., Ezechukwu, J., and Nwachukwu, U.I. (2005 Edition)
  16. The Silent Teacher by Olatoye, S. (2006 Edition)
  17. Intensive English for Senior Secondary School 3 by Oluikpe, B.O.A., Nnaemeka, B.A., Obah, T.Y., Otagburuagu, E.J., Onuigbo, S., and Ogbonna, E.A. (1998 Edition)
  18. Objective Tests for School Certificate English: Practice in Lexis, Structure and Idiom (Reprinted Edition) by Tomori, S.H.O. (2000 Edition)
  19. Catch-up English for SSCE/UME by Ukwuegbu, C., Okoro, O., Idris, A.U., Okebukola, F.O., and Owokade, C.O. (2002 Edition)

CRS

Below is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Christian Religious Knowledge (CRS):

  1. Exam Focus Christian Religious Knowledge for WASSCE and SSCE by Adetunji, P.G. et al. (2000 Edition)
  2. Christian Religious Knowledge for Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Adeyemo, I.O. et al. (1998 Edition)
  3. Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Adeyinka, A.A. et al. (1991 Edition)
  4. Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools by Adigwe, H.A. et al. (2004 Edition)
  5. Senior Secondary School Christian Religious Knowledge: Themes from Selected Epistles (Vol 1-III) by Aghaeghuna, E.O.N. (1988 Edition)
  6. Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Dopamu, A. et al. (1990 Edition)
  7. Christian Religious Knowledge for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Ilori, J.A. et al. (1980 Edition)
  8. Round-Up for Senior Secondary Certificate Examination Christian Religious Knowledge: A Complete Guide by Izuchukwu, A.E. et al. (1997 Edition)
  9. Gospel Parallels: A Synopsis of the First Three Gospels by Throckmorton, B.H. Jr. (1966 Edition)
  10. The Bible: Revised Standard Version (1971 Edition) by Stonechill Green: Bible Society Publishing House

IRS

This is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Islamic Religious Knowledge:

  1. Studies in Islam Series (Book 3) by Abdul, M.O.A. (1976 Edition)
  2. Studies in Islam Series (Book 2) by Abdul, M.O.A. (1982 Edition)
  3. The Classical Caliphate by Abdul, M.O.A. (1988 Edition)
  4. The Ink of the Scholar by Abdulrahman and Canham (n.d.)
  5. The Holy Qur’an Text: Translation and Commentary by Ali, A.Y. (1975 Edition)
  6. The Religion of Islam by Ali, M.M. (n.d.)
  7. Shariah: The Islamic Law by Doi, A.R.I. (1997 Edition)
  8. The Life of Muhammad (SAW) by Hay Lal, M. (1982 Edition)
  9. Methodology of Primary Islamic Studies by Lemu, A. (1992 Edition)
  10. Islamic Studies for SSS (Book 1) by Lemu, A. (1993 Edition)
  11. Islamic Studies for SSS (Books) by Lemu, A. (1993 Edition)
  12. al-Burhanu fi Tajwidil Qur’an by Muhammad, S.Q. (2010 Edition)
  13. A Dictionary of Peoples and Places in the Qur’an by Opeloye, M.O. (1996 Edition)
  14. Usool at-Tafseer by Philips, A.A.B. (1997 Edition)
  15. Al-Iziyyah for the English Audience by Quadri, Y.A. et al. (1990 Edition)
  16. Islamic History by Rahim, A. (1992 Edition)
  17. Islamic Religious Knowledge for WASC (Book 1) by Sambo, M.B. et al. (1984 Edition)
  18. Islamic Religious Knowledge for WASC (Book 3) by Sambo, M.B. et al. (1984 Edition)
  19. A History of Islam in West Africa by Trimingham, J.S. (1993 Edition)

Government

Here is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Government:

  1. Essentials of Government for West Africa by Adigwe, F. (1985 Edition)
  2. Elements of Politics by Anifowose, R. and Enemuo, F.C. (eds) (1999 Edition)
  3. The Substance of Politics by Appadorai, A. (1978 Edition)
  4. Modern Politics and Government by Ball, A.R. (1983 Edition)
  5. Government for the Certificate Year by Ofoegbu, R. (1977 Edition)
  6. New Topics on Ordinary Level Government by Olawale, J.B. (1987 Edition)
  7. Government for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1, 2, and 3) by Oyediran, O., Nwosu, H., Takaya, B., Anifowoshe, R., Femi, B., Godwill, O., and Adigun, A. (1990 Edition)
  8. Round-Up Government for Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination: A Complete Guide by Oyeneye, I., Onyenwenu, M., and Olusunde, B.E. (2000 Edition)
  9. Countdown to Senior Secondary Certificate Examination: Government by Oyovbaire, S., Ogunna, A.E.C., Amucheazi, E.C., Coker, H.O., and Oshuntuyi, O. (2001 Edition)

Literature

Here is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Literature in English:

African Drama:

  1. Harvest of Corruption by Frank Ogodo Ogbeche

Non-African Drama:

  1. Othello by William Shakespeare

African Prose:

  1. Faceless by Amma Darko

Non-African Prose:

  1. Native Son by Richard Wright

African Poetry:

  1. Vanity by Birago Diop
  2. Ambush by Gbemisola Adeoti
  3. Piano and Drums by Gabriel Okara
  4. The Dining Table by Gbanabam Hallowell
  5. The Panic of Growing Older by Lenrie Peter
  6. The Anvil and the Hammer by Kofi Awoonor

Non-African Poetry:

  1. Crossing the Bar by Alfred Tennyson
  2. The Pulley by George Herbert
  3. The School Boy by William Blake
  4. The Proud King by William Morris

Anthologies

  1. Naked Soles by Gbemisola, A. (2005 Edition)
  2. The Penguin Book of English Verse by Hayward, J. (ed.) (1968 Edition)
  3. New Poetry from Africa by Johnson, R. et al. (eds.) (1996 Edition)
  4. Oxford Anthology of English Literature (Vol. II) by Kermode, F. et al. (1964 Edition)
  5. West African Verse by Nwoga, D. (ed.) (1967 Edition)
  6. A Selection of African Poetry by Senanu, K.E. and Vincent, T. (eds.) (1993 Edition)
  7. Poems of Black Africa by Soyinka, W. (ed.) (1987 Edition)

Critical Texts

  1. A Glossary of Literary Terms (4th Edition) by Abrams, M.H. (1981 Edition)
  2. A Dictionary of Literature by Emeaba, O.E. (1982 Edition)
  3. Understanding Unseen: An Introduction to English Poetry and English Novel for Overseas Students by Murphy, M.J. (1972 Edition)

Economics

Here is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Economics:

  1. Economics: Exam Focus by Aderinto, A.A. et al. (1996 Edition)
  2. Oxford Dictionary of Economics by Black, J. (1997 Edition)
  3. Economics Made Easy by Eyiyere, D.O. (1980 Edition)
  4. Countdown to SSCE/JME Economics by Fajana, F. et al. (1999 Edition)
  5. Round-up Economics by Falodun, A.B. et al. (1997 Edition)
  6. Modern Microeconomics by Koutsoyiannis, A. (1979 Edition)
  7. An Introduction to Positive Economics by Lipsey, R.G. (1997 Edition)
  8. Economics by Samuelson, P. and Nordhaus, W. (1989 Edition)
  9. New System Economics: A Senior Secondary Course by Udu, E. and Agu, G.A. (2005 Edition)
  10. Economics by Wannacott and Wannacott (1979 Edition)
  11. What is Micro-Economics? by Brownson-Oton, Richard (2010 Edition)
  12. What is Macro-Economics? by Brownson-Oton, Richard (2010 Edition)

Accounting

Here is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Financial Accounting:

  1. Modern Financial Accounting by Abdullahi, D.Z. (2014 Edition)
  2. Get Your Financial Accounting Right (Book One) by Adeifa, O., Ajileye, J.O., and Oluwasanna, R.O. (2001 Edition)
  3. Get Your Financial Accounting Right (Book Two) by Ajileye, J.O. and Adetifa, O. (2001 Edition)
  4. Basic Accounting by Akinduko, A.O. (2001 Edition)
  5. A Guide to Government Accounting and Internal Audit by Awoyemi, E.O. (1989 Edition)
  6. Foundation of Business Accounting (Second Edition) by Dodge, R. (2002 Edition)
  7. Contemporary Accounting by Ekwere, A.B. (1997 Edition)
  8. Principles of Accounts (Book 1 & 2) by Ekwue, K.C. (2010 Edition)
  9. Simplified and Amplified Financial Accounting by Femi, L. (2013 Edition)
  10. Frankwood’s Business Accounting by Frankwood and Alan, S. (2002 Edition)
  11. Government Accounting by Hassan, M.M. (2001 Edition)
  12. Financial Accounting Made Simple (Vol. I) by Igben, R.O. (2004 Edition)
  13. Essential Financial Accounting for Senior Secondary Schools by Longe, O.A. and Kazeem, R.A. (2006 Edition)
  14. Foundation Accounting: An Introduction Manual for Accounting Students by Millichamp, A.H. (1989 Edition)
  15. Financial Accounting by Okwoli, A.A. (1995 Edition)
  16. Government Accounting and Financial Control by Oshisami, K. (1997 Edition)

Commerce

Here is the list of JAMB Recommended Books for Commerce:

  1. Commerce for West Africa by Anderson, D.J. (1978 Edition)
  2. Commerce for Secondary Schools by Ahukannah, L.I. et al. (1992 Edition)
  3. New Syllabus Commerce for Secondary Schools (Books 1-3, Second Edition) by Asaolu, A. and Igwe, P.M. (2005 Edition)
  4. Handbook on Commerce for Schools and Colleges (First Edition) by Babatunde, A.H. (1999 Edition)
  5. Working with Computer by Eriki, P.O. (1998 Edition)
  6. Computer Science (Fifth Edition) by French, C.S. (2000 Edition)
  7. Nigeria: The Promise of Tourism by Ibru, G.M. (2004 Edition)
  8. Countdown to WASSCE/SSCE/NECO/JME Commerce by Igwe, P.M. et al. (2004 Edition)
  9. Management (Sixth Edition) by James, A.F. et al. (1996 Edition)
  10. Management Theory and Practice by Nwachukwu, C.C. (1999 Edition)
  11. Commerce for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Odedokun, M.O. et al. (1999 Edition)
  12. Commerce for Senior Secondary Schools (Books 1-3) by Odoom, F.F. (1998 Edition)
  13. Management: Office Business Education by Onifade, A. (2001 Edition)
  14. The Computer for Word Processing and Internet by Onifade, A. (2002 Edition)
  15. Marketing Today by Onu, A.J.C. (2000 Edition)
  16. A Dictionary of Business (Third Edition) by Pallister, J. and Isaacs, A. (eds) (2002 Edition)
  17. Commerce Simplified for SSS 1-3, WAEC, NECO, JAMB & NABTEB EXAMS by Ubaka, O.A. (2012 Edition)

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