Are you preparing for the upcoming UTME? The JAMB 2026/2027 syllabus for Christian Religious Studies is officially out and available for download.
Syllabus Overview
| Examination Type | UTME / Direct Entry |
| Examination Year | 2026/2027 |
| Syllabus | Christian Religious Studies |
| File Format | |
| File Size | 283KB |
General Objectives
- acquire the knowledge and understanding of the tenets of the Christian faith as contained in the Bible;
- interpret biblical teachings and themes;
- apply biblical teachings and tenets to life in society;
- evaluate the level of application of biblical teachings and tenets to life in society.
The syllabus is divided into four sections, namely:
SECTION A: Themes from Creation to the Division of the Kingdom
SECTION B: Themes from the Division of the Kingdom to the Return from Exile and the Prophets
SECTION C: Themes from the four Gospels and Acts of the Apostles
SECTION D: Themes from selected Epistles
JAMB 2026 Syllabus for Christian Religious Studies
| TOPICS/CONTENTS/NOTES | OBJECTIVES |
|---|---|
| SECTION A: 1. Themes from Creation to the Division of the Kingdom The Sovereignty of God God as Creator and Controller of the Universe (Gen. 1 and 2) cf. Amos 9:5-6; Is. 45:5-12 Ps. 19:1-6, Jer 18: 1-16, Rom 8: 28) | Candidates should be able to: i. define the term ‘sovereignty’; ii. analyse God’s process of creation; iii. interpret the sequence of creation; iv. identify man’s role in advancing God’s purpose in creation. |
| 2. The Covenant (a) The flood and God’s covenant with Noah (Gen. 6:1-22; 7:1-24; 9:1-17) (b) God’s covenant with Abraham (Gen. 11:31-32; 12:1-9; 17:1-21; 21:1-13; 25:19- 26) (c) God’s covenant with Israel (Ex. 19; 20; 24:1-11) cf. Deut. 28:1-19 (d) The New Covenant (Jer. 31:31-34; Ezek 36:25-28) | Candidates should be able to: i. explain the concept of covenant; ii. examine the importance and implication of the covenants; iii. distinguish between God’s covenants with Noah, Abraham and Israel; iv. Distinguish between the old and the new covenants. |
| 3. Leadership Qualities Examples of (a) Joseph (Gen. 37:1-28; 41:1-57; 45:1-15) (b) Moses (Ex. 1; 2; 3; 4:1-17; 5; 12; Num. 13:1-20; 14:1-19) (c) Joshua (Num. 13:21-33; 27:15-23; Josh. 1:1-15; 6; 7; 24:1-31) (d) Judges (Deborah – Judges. 4:1-24; Gideon: Judges 6:11-40; Samson: Judges 13:1-7, 21-25; 16:4-31) | Candidates should be able to: i. examine the circumstances that gave rise to the leadership of Joseph, Moses, Joshua and the Judges; ii. identify the major talents of these leaders; iii. assess God’s role in the works of these leaders; iv. analyse the achievements of these leaders. |
| 4. Divine Providence, Guidance and Protection (a) Guidance and Protection (Gen. 24:1-61; 28:10-22; 46:1-7: Ex. 13:17-22; 14:1-4; 10-31) (b) Provision (Gen. 21:14-18; 22:1-14; Ex. 16:1-21; 17:1-7; Num. 20:1-13; 1 Kings 17:1-16) | Candidates should be able to: i. identify the different ways by which God guided and protected the people of Israel; ii. specify how God provided for His people; iii. identify the different occasions when God provided for Israel. |
| 5. Parental Responsibility Examples of (a) Eli and Samuel (1 Sam. 2:11-36; 3:2-18; 4:10-22: 8:15) (b) David (11 Sam. 13; 15:1-29; 18; 19:1-8) (c) Asa (1 Kings 15:9-15; 22:41-44; cf. Deut. 6:4-9; Prov. 4:1-10; 13:1; 24; 22:6; 23:13- 14; 31:10-31) | Candidates should be able to: i. determine the extent to which Eli, Samuel and David were responsible for the short-comings of their children: ii. describe how Asa pleased God. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there may little changes. It is important to use the latest version to ensure you are preparing with the most accurate information.
Yes. The syllabus covers themes from both the Old and New Testaments, as well as practical Christian living and moral teachings.
The CRS section usually contains 40 questions.
Yes, if you want to score high. JAMB questions can come from any part of the syllabus, so it is important to cover all areas during your preparation
