Mathematics is compulsory for virtually every course in JAMB UTME. Whether you are applying for Engineering, Medicine, Science, or Social Sciences, your Mathematics score contributes directly to your total and can determine whether you meet your school’s cut-off mark.
Studying from the wrong materials, or not studying strategically enough, is one of the most common reasons candidates fall short in JAMB Maths.
This page gives you the complete list of Maths textbooks for JAMB recommended by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board for UTME candidates.
These books cover the core Mathematics topics in the official syllabus including number and numeration, algebraic processes, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and calculus. Pick one or two strong titles, work through them using the JAMB Mathematics syllabus as your guide, and back your reading with consistent past question practice.
You can also check the complete list of JAMB recommended textbooks for all subjects to see the official books approved for English, Biology, Chemistry, Geography, Agric, Economics, and other UTME subjects.
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List of Recommended Maths Textbooks for JAMB
Below is the complete list of official JAMB Mathematics books recommended for candidates preparing for the UTME examination.
- Adelodun A. A. (2000) Distinction in Mathematics: Comprehensive Revision Text, (3rd Edition) Ado Ekiti: FNPL.
- Anyebe, J. A. B. (1998) Basic Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools and Remedial Students in Higher Institutions, Lagos: Kenny Moore.
- Channon, J. B. Smith, A. M. (2001) New General Mathematics for West Africa SSS 1 to 3, Lagos: Longman.
- David Osuagwu, M. et al. (2000) New School Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools, Onitsha: Africana – FIRST Publishers.
- Egbe. E et al (2000) Further Mathematics, Onitsha: Africana FIRST Publishers
- Ibude, S. O. et al.. (2003) Algebra and Calculus for Schools and Colleges: LINCEL Publishers.
- Tuttuh Adegun M. R. et al. (1997) Further Mathematics Project Books 1 to 3, Ibadan: NPS Educational
Source: JAMB IBASS.
How to Get These JAMB Mathematics Textbooks
There are three straightforward ways to get any of the Maths textbooks for JAMB listed above.
The most direct option is visiting a nearby bookstore. Walk in and ask for the specific title and author you want. Mathematics is compulsory for JAMB so most educational bookstores in Nigerian cities stock several of the recommended titles.
New General Mathematics by Channon and Smith and New School Mathematics by David-Osuagwu are among the most widely stocked titles across the country.
If there are no bookstores near you or you prefer home delivery, click any of the linked titles above to purchase online. Orders are typically delivered within a few days depending on your location in Nigeria.
You can also check your school library or borrow from a classmate who already has one of the books. Many of the titles on this list are standard secondary school Mathematics texts and are commonly found in school libraries.
These JAMB Mathematics textbooks are only “recommended” not compulsory.
Other Mathematics textbooks not on this list are also good as long as they cover the topics in the official JAMB Mathematics syllabus clearly and include worked examples and practice questions.
Download the List of JAMB Mathematics Textbooks PDF
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Frequently Asked Questions About Maths Textbooks for JAMB
What are the best Maths textbooks for JAMB?
The best Maths textbooks for JAMB are the ones officially recommended by JAMB and listed on this page. Among the most widely used are New General Mathematics for West Africa SSS 1 to 3 by Channon and Smith, New School Mathematics for Senior Secondary Schools by David-Osuagwu et al., and Distinction in Mathematics by Adelodun. These three are thorough, widely available in Nigerian bookstores, and cover the major Mathematics topics that appear in JAMB UTME including algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statistics, and calculus. Any of them gives you a solid, syllabus-aligned foundation for your UTME Mathematics preparation.
Are JAMB Mathematics textbooks compulsory?
No, they are not compulsory. JAMB recommends these books because they align with the official Mathematics syllabus, but you are free to use other Mathematics textbooks as long as they cover the same topics with clear explanations and worked examples. What matters most going into your UTME is that you can solve the types of questions JAMB sets. If you already have a solid Mathematics textbook from secondary school that covers the syllabus, combine it with the JAMB syllabus and regular past question practice and you will be well prepared.
Conclusion
Choosing the right Maths textbooks for JAMB gives your preparation structure and keeps you focused on the topics that actually appear in UTME.
Mathematics rewards candidates who practise consistently and understand concepts deeply rather than those who memorise without understanding.
Pick one or two strong titles from the list above, follow the JAMB Mathematics syllabus as your guide, and back your reading with regular past question practice. That combination is what produces high scores in JAMB Mathematics.
If you have questions about any of the textbooks listed or need help choosing the right one for your level, drop a comment below and we will respond as quickly as possible.