December 24, 2024 BY ALIYU ABDULRAHMAN
Every year, thousands of students in Nigeria sit for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination with hopes of gaining admission into higher institutions. However, not all courses have equal competition. Some courses are highly competitive because of their job opportunities, social status, or high demand in the job market.
If you plan to apply for JAMB 2025, understanding which courses are the most competitive and how to secure admission is very important. This guide will explain the top 10 competitive courses in JAMB 2025 and provide practical tips on securing admission to this highly sought-after program.
🔍 Why Competition Is Intensifying in 2025
Demand-Supply Gap: Medicine receives ~570,000 applicants for only 115,000 slots nationwide.
Employability Drive: Courses like AI, cybersecurity, and data science see 30–50% demand surges due to global tech investments.
Policy Shifts: JAMB now prioritizes 'national rank' over raw scores, making Post-UTME and O’Level results decisive.
1) Medicine and Surgery
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