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JAMB Home Economics Syllabus

The complete JAMB UTME Home Economics syllabus for the 2026/2027 session — every section and topic straight from the official JAMB syllabus, plus how the paper is set, how to study it, and answers to the questions candidates ask most.

Subject overview

The aim of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) syllabus in Home Economics is to prepare the candidates for the Board’s examination. It is designed to test the candidate achievement of the course objectives, which are to:

40
questions in Home Economics
100
marks (of 400 total)

Official syllabus Content is taken from the official JAMB UTME syllabus (IBASS). Last checked: 17 Sept 2026. Always confirm at jamb.gov.ng.

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General objectives

The Home Economics syllabus is designed to test candidates' ability to:

  • HOME ECONOMICS
  • 1. Acquire knowledge on the concepts and principles of Home Economics education
  • 2. Apply the principles of Foods and Nutrition to planning, selection and preparation of meals and the adoption of food hygiene and safety
  • 3. Equip students with knowledge and skills in Clothing and Textiles
  • 4. Apply the principles of Home Management in home and family living
  • TOPICS/CONTENTS/NOTES OBJECTIVES

How this paper is examined

JAMB Home Economics is a Computer-Based Test of 40 multiple-choice questions worth 100 marks. There is no negative marking, so attempt every question. It is examined alongside Use of English and two other subjects, for 180 questions in two hours overall.

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3. Interrelationship of Home Economics with

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4. Principles of Home Management

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5. Resources

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6. Family Living

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7. Marriage and Reproductive Health

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9. Housing the family

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10. Home surfaces

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11. Sanitation in the Home

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12. Consumer Education

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13. Foods and Nutrition

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14. Meal planning

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17. Basic mixtures

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18. Scientific methods in Foods and Nutrition

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19. The Kitchen

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20. Kitchen safety and hygiene

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21. Food Storage and Preservation

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22. Home Gardening

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23. Fibres and Fabrics

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Full Home Economics syllabus

Every topic below is from the official JAMB syllabus, with its contents and the objectives you should be able to meet. Study a topic, then use its objectives as a checklist.

1. Home Economics

Contents

  • 1. Home Economics a. Meaning, scope and importance of Home Economics
  • b. Objectives and ideals of Home Economics

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Examine the importance of Home Economics to the individual, family, society and nation
  2. Identify the objectives of Home Economics
  3. Determine the scope of Home Economics

2. Areas/Careers in Home Economics

Contents

  • 2. Areas/Careers in Home Economics a. Home Management - Interior decoration - Credit management - Florist - Child Care - Social welfare care, etc
  • b. Foods and Nutrition - Catering - Dietetics - Nutritionist - Public Health Education, etc
  • c. Clothing and Textile - Textile designing - Fashion designing - Modelling - Laundry, etc
  • d. Family and Child development - Early and Childhood education - Child care, etc
  • e. Teaching f. Counselling g. Media h. Research

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Recommend possible vocations in the different areas of Home Economics
  2. Relate Home Economics to each vocation
  3. Assess the benefits of each vocation to the individual, society and nation
  4. Identify current vocations in Home Economics
  5. Identify sources of career information

3. Interrelationship of Home Economics with

Contents

  • 3. Interrelationship of Home Economics with other subjects: Biology, Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Agricultural Science, Fine Arts, Economics, Mathematics, Civic education, etc
  • SECTION B: HOME MANAGEMENT

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Compare the different areas of study which have relationship with Home Economics
  2. Determine the contributions of these subjects to Home Economics

4. Principles of Home Management

Contents

  • 1. Principles of Home Management a. Meaning of Home Management b. Steps in the management process c. Decision-making: meaning and process d. Motivation for Home Management e.g., goals, values, standards, needs and wants, likes and dislikes

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. State the meaning of Home Management
  2. Identify steps involved in the management process
  3. Determine issues for decision-making in the home
  4. Describe the role of motivators in Home Management

5. Resources

Contents

  • 2. Resources a. Human Resources: definition and types i. Time management: - definition and pattern - types of work time - factors influencing the use of
  • time - advantages of time management - steps in time management
  • ii. Energy: definition and reasons for v
  • energy management
  • - work simplification - its purpose v and application - guidelines for work simplification and time saving gadgets
  • iii. Skills, creativity, attitudes etc
  • b. Material Resources: definition/types i. Money management - meaning and types of income - principles of money management -household budgeting: steps in making a budget - economic security of the family - bank accounts -traditional savings, building societies and insurance
  • ii. Tools good properties and community facilities

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify the resources available to the individual and family
  2. Describe the pattern of work plan; apply the principle of time management to work simplification in the home
  3. Identify the sources of income available to an individual and family; determine the means of family saving
  4. Give reasons for saving family income
  5. Determine the steps involve in family budgeting
  6. Suggest alternative resources for Home Management
  7. Analyse the principles of money management
  8. State other material resources available to individual and family

6. Family Living

Contents

  • 3. Family Living a. Definition and types of family i. Advantages and disadvantages of family types ii. Functions of the family iii. The family life cycle
  • b. Family relationships - husband/wife relationship, parent/child relationship, brother/sister or sibling relationships - factors that influence family relationship c. Basic personality profiles - meaning of personality - extroversion, introversion and anxiety/stability d. Adolescents and their problems e. Family crises f. Conflict and conflict resolution g. Human rights i. Meaning of human rights and fundamental human rights ii. Rights of women and children iii. Violation of human rights h. Communication and role of ICT in the Family

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Compare types of family
  2. Identify roles of family members
  3. Differentiate between the types of relationships that exist in the family
  4. Determine the factors that influence family relationships
  5. Describe factor that influence family relationships
  6. Identify characteristics and problems of adolescents
  7. Compare the basic personality profiles (extrovert, introvert)
  8. Identify types of family crises and ways of solving them
  9. Identify sources of conflict and solution strategies
  10. Identify types of human rights and human rights violation
  11. Suggest remedies for breach of human rights
  12. Identify factors that hinder communication in the family
  13. Determine factors that enhance communication in the family
  14. Identify the advantages and disadvantages of ICT

7. Marriage and Reproductive Health

Contents

  • 4. Marriage and Reproductive Health Meanings of marriage and sex education a. Boy/Girl relationship - courtship - factors to consider when choosing a partner b. Preparation for marriage - meaning and purpose of engagement - types of marriage; Islamic, Christian, Court and Traditional - planning a family
  • c. Reproductive health - consequences of indiscriminate sexual indulgence -sexually transmitted infections/ diseases (STIs/STDs and HIV/AIDS) -unwanted pregnancy, etc

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Differentiate between types of marriages in Nigeria
  2. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of inter-tribal marriages
  3. Analyse the role of courtship and engagement in marriages
  4. Identify the different ways of planning a family
  5. State types, causes and prevention of sexually transmitted infections and diseases

8. Pregnancy and childbirth

Contents

  • 5. Pregnancy and childbirth a. Menstruation, pregnancy and childbirth, labour delivery and post-natal care b. Childcare, baby’s layette, care of the baby, toilet training, bathing, feeding, weaning, etc
  • c. Care of toddlers - common ailments in children - immunization d. Child development - meaning and principles - types and stages of development - factors influencing development - good habits and character training - play and play materials e. Parenting - meaning and importance - responsibilities of parents

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Describe the process of reproduction from conception to birth
  2. Describe the care an infant needs from birth to 5 years
  3. Determine the factors that affect pregnancy
  4. Differentiate between the stages of labour
  5. Identify the symptoms of common ailments in children
  6. Mention types of play materials
  7. Trace the stages of development in children
  8. Recommend suitable play materials for children
  9. Identify responsibilities of parents

9. Housing the family

Contents

  • 6. Housing the family a. Houses and home - types of houses - factors that affect the choice of a house - ways of acquiring a house
  • b. Interior decoration - wall finishing and the application of elements and principles of art and design to • colours • textures • lines and • proportions - flower arrangements c. Furniture and furnishings in the home - types - factors that affect choices and position
  • d. Ornaments and fixtures - types and care e. Utilities in the Home - Water: source, uses, purification, etc
  • - Household fuels e.g. gas, coal, electricity, kerosene, fire wood and sawdust - Electricity: related terms, generation, safety, etc
  • - Communication devices e.g., phone, GSM, computer, internet, etc

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Differentiate between a house and a home
  2. Identify the factors that influence residential choice
  3. Describe items that beautify living areas
  4. Suggest suitable colours, textures and other related factors that should be considered in interior decoration
  5. Determine factors that influence choice and arrangement of furniture
  6. Compare different floral arrangements
  7. Identify types of ornament and fixtures
  8. Describe the care of ornaments and fixtures
  9. Identify utilities in the home
  10. Appraise the advantages and disadvantages of these utilities in relation to their alternatives

10. Home surfaces

Contents

  • 7. Home surfaces a. Types and care of surfaces and coverings e.g., wood, tiles, formica, concretes, glass, plastics, linoleums, mats, rugs and terrazzo b. Identification, preparation and use of cleaning agents such as water, soap, abrasives, polish, etc c. Care of home surfaces and coverings e.g., washing, sweeping, dusting, shampooing, buffing, polishing and vacuum cleaning, etc

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify common surfaces in the homes
  2. Mention cleaning agents and their uses in the home
  3. Identify materials needed for preparing local cleaning agents
  4. Compare the care of the following: - wood - plastic - concrete - rugs - mats - linoleum etc

11. Sanitation in the Home

Contents

  • 8. Sanitation in the Home a. Importance of sanitation b. Drainage systems – types and care c. Cleaning of surrounding d. Disposal of household refuse e. Household pests and control f. Pollution and health hazards

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Describe importance of sanitation
  2. Identify types of drainage
  3. Identify types of waste water
  4. Suggest ways of disposing household refuse
  5. Identify common household pests and their control
  6. Identify some diseases transmitted by pests
  7. Describe sources of pollution
  8. Mention the health hazards of pollution

12. Consumer Education

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  • 9. Consumer Education a. Meaning and importance of consumer education b. Definition and types of market c. Distributors or consumer agents d. Sources of consumer information e. Purchasing practices f. Advertising g. Consumer rights and responsibilities h. Community programmes i. Government agencies and regulatory bodies
  • SECTION C: FOODS & NUTRITION

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Explain the importance of consumer education
  2. Identify the different types of markets
  3. Describe the various consumer agents
  4. Identify sources of consumer advice and information
  5. Apply the principles of consumer education to wise shopping
  6. Identify the types of media used by advertisers
  7. Describe their advantages and disadvantages
  8. Explain the rights and responsibilities of the consumer
  9. Identify the functions of government agencies and regulatory bodies

13. Foods and Nutrition

Contents

  • 1. Foods and Nutrition a. Definition of Foods and Nutrition i. Classification of nutrients, their sources and functions, deficiency diseases ii. Classification of foods: cereals, fats and oils, milk and milk products, meat, fish, pulses, nuts, fruits, vegetables, etc iii. Food groups: - body building food - energy giving food - protective foods - water and roughages b. Nutrition and health i. Relationship of nutrition and health ii. Factors affecting nutrition e.g., income, food in season, availability of food, etc
  • c. The digestive system d. Nutrition for special groups e.g., infants, toddlers, adolescents, manual workers, etc

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Describe the following: food nutrients, carbohydrates, minerals, fat and oil, vitamin, protein and water
  2. Identify the different classes of food
  3. Differentiate between the food groups
  4. Describe the effect of nutrition on health status
  5. Identify factors affecting good nutrition
  6. Describe the process which breakdown large food molecules
  7. Recommend the nutritional needs for special groups
  8. Determine the reasons for the nutritional needs of the following special groups: - expectant/ lactating mothers, infant, toddlers - sedentary /manual workers - children between 5 and 8 years - adolescent, aged, invalid and convalescent

14. Meal planning

Contents

  • 2. Meal planning a. Principles of meal planning b. Dietary needs and meals for special occasions and groups c. Preparation and serving of meals d. Snacks and beverages - meaning, types and functions e. Table setting, table manners and hostessing

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify factors that influence the choice and preparation of food for the family
  2. Plan meals for special occasions e.g., weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, etc
  3. Plan meals for special groups e.g., vegetarians, invalids convalescence, HIV/AIDS patient, COVID patient, etc
  4. Identify types of snacks/beverages and their functions
  5. Compare types of table setting
  6. Describe table manners and qualities of a good host

15. Cookers and cooking

Contents

  • 3. Cookers and cooking a. Types, choice and care of cookers e.g., gas, electric, microwave, etc b. Reasons for cooking c. Cooking terms d. Methods of cooking e.g., boiling, stewing, baking, steaming, etc -moist and dry methods of cooking e. Methods of heat transfer e.g., conduction, convection and radiation

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify types of cookers, their choice and care
  2. Enumerate reasons for cooking
  3. Group the methods of cooking into the following: - moist methods - dry methods - fast methods - slow methods
  4. Determine the method of heat transfer in the various methods of cooking

16. Flours and uses

Contents

  • 4. Flours and uses a. Types and uses of flours b. Raising agent e.g., air, yeast, palm wine, steam, etc

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify types of flours and their uses
  2. Select appropriate raising agents for basic mixtures
  3. Use flour to produce assorted food items

17. Basic mixtures

Contents

  • 5. Basic mixtures -Batters, pastries, cakes, breads -Definition, types, uses and common faults

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Differentiate between batters, pastries, cakes and breads
  2. Identify types, uses, and common faults in batter, pastries, cakes and breads

18. Scientific methods in Foods and Nutrition

Contents

  • 6. Scientific methods in Foods and Nutrition a. Measure units and accuracy b. Various nutrients tests in food e.g., test for protein, fats and carbohydrates c. Recipe development

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Demonstrate skills in unit measurements
  2. Detect the nutrients in a given food
  3. Develop basic recipes in food preparation

19. The Kitchen

Contents

  • 7. The Kitchen: a. Types of kitchen
  • b. Arrangement c. Tools and equipment - selection, use and care

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Describe types and arrangement of kitchen
  2. Compare large and small kitchen equipment and tools
  3. Specify factors to consider in selecting kitchen tools and equipment

20. Kitchen safety and hygiene

Contents

  • 8. Kitchen safety and hygiene a. Common accidents in the kitchen -causes of accidents - preventive measures
  • b. First Aid: - definition - components of a first aid kit -simple first aid for burns, scalds, cuts bruises, bleeding, electric shock, poisoning, chocking and bites
  • c. Kitchen, personal and food hygiene - procedures and roles - food borne diseases - food sanitation laws

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify common accidents in the kitchen, their causes and preventive measures
  2. Suggest ways of making the kitchen a safe place
  3. Specify items which should be included in a first aid kit
  4. Suggest simple first aid for scalds, cuts, bleeding, burns, etc
  5. Identify ways in which food is contaminated
  6. Differentiate between food poisoning and food infection
  7. Identify international and national bodies regulating and monitoring food laws

21. Food Storage and Preservation

Contents

  • 9. Food Storage and Preservation a. Meaning and purpose of preservation -causes of food spoilage -principles of food preservation -methods of food preservation
  • b. Convenience foods -definition and types - guidelines for selection - use of convenience foods
  • c. Food additives - Types and uses d. Rechauffe dishes - meaning - reason - rules and types

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify agents of food spoilage
  2. Describe the principles involved in the preservation and storage of foods
  3. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of food preservation method
  4. Identify convenience foods
  5. Compare the advantages and disadvantages of using convenience foods
  6. Identify guidelines for selecting convenience foods
  7. Identify additives used in foods
  8. Explain reasons for rechauffe

22. Home Gardening

Contents

  • 10. Home Gardening a. definition b. common gardening tools c. advantages of home gardening d. types of soil e. plants and crops suitable for home garden f. preparation and care of home garden
  • SECTION D: CLOTHING & TEXTILE

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify gardening tools
  2. Explain the importance of home gardening
  3. Describe the procedures involved in home gardening

23. Fibres and Fabrics

Contents

  • 1. Fibres and Fabrics a. Origin of fibres: definition of textile terms, e.g., fibres, fabrics, yarn, staple, filament, blends, etc
  • b. Classification and properties of fibres e.g. cotton, rayon, silk, etc c. Fabric construction - weaving - bonding - felting, etc - locally made fabric e.g., aso-oke, Okene cloth, Benue cloth, Akwete, Gwado, etc d. Fabric finishes: moth-proofing, embossing, durable pleating, flame- proofing, stain-repellent etc e. Fabric design - tie and dye - print e.g., screen printing, etc
  • f. Textile care label - meaning and types - recognition of washing, cleaning and ironing symbols, wool symbols, etc

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify the characteristics of fibre
  2. Differentiate between methods of fabric construction using diagrams
  3. State reasons for giving finishes to fabrics
  4. State the uses and importance of locally made fabric
  5. Compare types of labels found on clothing
  6. State the importance of label on garments

24. Sewing equipment and garment

Contents

  • 2. Sewing equipment and garment construction a. Sewing machine, basic tools and equipment - types, use and care b. Basic process in garment construction - - basic stitches, seams, edge finishes, crossway strips, etc c. Style features - collars, yokes, pockets, frills, cuts, belts, etc d. Arrangement of fullness - darts, tuck gathering, pleats, smocking, shirring, etc e. Decorative design -embroidery, needlecraft, tarting, crocheting, knitting, appliqué, patch work and soft furnishing
  • f. Simple processes and mend garments -patching, darning, renovation, batik/tie and dye g. Garment construction -figure types, basic body measurement and pattern drafting - embracing body shape -choice of styles for different figures -factors influencing the choice of fabric
  • h. Wardrobe planning and maintenance -basic rules in wardrobe planning -factors affecting wardrobe planning, weather, occupation, personal features etc
  • i. Good grooming, dress sense and accessories -definition - types and choice of accessories

Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Identify the types, parts and faults of a sewing machine
  2. Identify basic tools and equipment used in garment construction
  3. Describe various process in garment constructions
  4. Apply basic process in garment construction
  5. Identify style features to enhance the beauty and quality of garments
  6. Apply decorative designs on fabrics
  7. Apply the knowledge of sewing to mend and renovate garments
  8. Compare the process of making batik/tie and dye, screen printing and resist dying
  9. Relate body figures to the selection of styles and fabrics
  10. Determine factors which affect the choice of clothing
  11. Identify factors to consider in wardrobe planning
  12. Describe the following terms: - good grooming - dress sense - accessories - colour harmony

25. Laundry and care of clothes

Contents

  • 3. Laundry and care of clothes a. Washing and finishing process: sorting, mending, removal of stains, soaking, washing, rinsing, drying, ironing and airing
  • b. Laundry agents – water, detergents, soaps, stiffness, disinfectants etc c. Dry cleaning - meaning and type - factors to consider when dry cleaning
  • d. Stain - meaning, types, agents
  • - process of removal
  • e. Iron and ironing temperatures
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Objectives — candidates should be able to:

  1. Arrange in correct order the processes involved in washing and finishing of clothing
  2. Describe the role of laundry agent
  3. Suggest ways of removing common stains
  4. Describe the following: - laundry agents - stains - ironing temperatures. - dry cleaning
  5. State the guidelines for ironing. D

Recommended texts for JAMB Home Economics

These are the recommended textbooks listed in the official JAMB Home Economics syllabus. You do not need every book — one solid, complete text that follows the syllabus, paired with past-question practice, is enough.

  • Anfani-Joe, M.E. and Ogunjide, L.O. (1993) Home Management for Senior Secondary School 1 – 3, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
  • Anyakoha, E.U. and Eluwa, M. (1990) Home Management for Schools and Colleges, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers.
  • Anyakoha, E.U (2006) Home Economics for Junior Secondary Schools Books1 – 3, Onitsha Africana FIRST Publishers.
  • Enid O’Reilly-Wright (1985) The Student’s Cookery Book. Oxford University Press.
  • Haselgrove N. M. and Scallon K. A. (1981) The How and why Of Cookery. Granda Publishing Limited
  • Neil, A and Hesmondhalgh, Z. (1985) A Complete Revision Course for O’Level and GCE, Revised Home Economics, Charles Co. Ltd.
  • Ogunjide, L.O., Egbuchulam, B., Eyisi, O. Anfani-Joe, M.E and Olusanya, J.O. (1993) Clothing and Textiles for Senior Secondary Schools 1 – 3, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
  • Okeke S. U. N. (2009) Home Economics For Schools and College. Africana First Publishers.
  • Olusanya, J.O., Eyis, O., Anfani-Joe, M.E., Ogunjide, L.O. and Egbuchulam, B. (1990) Foods and Nutrition for Secondary Schools Books 1 – 3, Ibadan: University Press Plc.
  • Olusanya, J. O., Olojala, S. O., Bala, F and Eyisi, O. (2000) Exam Focus, Food and Nutrition for WASSCE and SSCE, Ibadan: University Press Plc. The Internet. Wisdom line Pass at Once JAMB.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the JAMB Home Economics syllabus for 2026/2027?

The JAMB Home Economics syllabus for the 2026/2027 UTME is the official document that lists every topic, objective and recommended text you will be examined on. It covers foods and nutrition; clothing and textiles; home management and family living; and consumer education. Every question in the Home Economics paper is drawn from this syllabus, so studying any topic outside it is a waste of time. The complete, up-to-date syllabus is reproduced in full on this page.

What are the areas of concentration for JAMB Home Economics?

The areas of concentration are the sections and high-frequency topics the UTME focuses on. Foods and nutrition, clothing and textiles, and home and family management are core — understand practical processes and be able to apply them. Concentrate your revision on these areas first, then cover the rest of the syllabus — and practise past-question-style questions on each area so you recognise how they are tested.

How many questions does JAMB set in Home Economics?

JAMB sets 40 multiple-choice questions in Home Economics, worth 100 marks. Only Use of English has more (60 questions). Across your four subjects the UTME totals 180 questions and 400 marks.

How long is the JAMB exam and how much time per Home Economics question?

The whole UTME lasts two hours (120 minutes) for all four subjects combined — roughly 40 seconds per question. Answer the questions you know quickly, flag the harder ones, and return to them. There is no negative marking, so never leave any question unanswered.

Is Home Economics compulsory in JAMB?

Use of English is the only universally compulsory subject, but Home Economics is accepted for Home Economics, Food Science and Technology, Nutrition and Dietetics and several education courses.

What are the hot topics or most repeated topics in JAMB Home Economics?

While JAMB does not publish a 'hot topics' list, the syllabus changes little year to year, so the same high-frequency topics recur. Foods and nutrition, clothing and textiles, and home and family management are core — understand practical processes and be able to apply them. Studying strictly by the syllabus and practising many questions per topic is the reliable way to prepare — never rely on 'expo' or leaked questions, which are scams and can cost you your result.

What are the recommended textbooks for JAMB Home Economics?

The official syllabus recommends standard texts: complete SSS Home Economics texts covering foods, clothing and home management. You do not need every book — one complete, syllabus-aligned textbook plus consistent past-question practice is enough. See the full recommended-texts list below.

Can I download the JAMB Home Economics syllabus PDF for free?

JAMB publishes the official syllabus free on the IBASS portal at jamb.gov.ng (Quick Links → Syllabus System). Rather than a static PDF, this page reproduces the complete Home Economics syllabus for 2026/2027 — every section, topic and recommended text — so you can study it on any phone, with progress tracking and practice built in. Always confirm the current syllabus on the official portal.

Does the JAMB Home Economics syllabus change every year?

No — the core topics stay largely the same from year to year because the subject content does not change. The only occasional changes are to prescribed texts in a few subjects. Always check the official syllabus at the start of your preparation to confirm nothing in your subjects has been updated.

Is there negative marking in JAMB Home Economics?

No. JAMB does not use negative marking, so a wrong answer simply scores zero — there is no penalty. This means you should attempt every one of the 40 questions, even where you have to make an educated guess near the end of the time.

How do I study the JAMB Home Economics syllabus effectively?

Turn the syllabus into a checklist: study one topic, then immediately practise questions on it so it sticks; give the most time to the areas of concentration that carry the most topics; use one recommended textbook rather than many; and practise past-question-style questions under timed conditions to build speed. Track each topic on this page from Not started to Mastered so you always know what is left.

How can I practise JAMB Home Economics questions on Belmadeng?

Belmadeng offers free, timed CBT practice with worked explanations. Study a topic here, then test yourself — your weak topics are highlighted afterwards so you know exactly what to revise. Explore CBT practice to prepare the way the real Computer-Based Test works.

Source: official JAMB UTME Home Economics syllabus (IBASS, jamb.gov.ng). Reproduced for study use. Last checked: 17 Sept 2026. Belmadeng is not affiliated with JAMB — always confirm the current syllabus on the official portal.

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