[1] It is designed to assess problem solving, critical thinking, knowledge of scientific concepts and principles significance of each subject taken.
The only mandatory subject is English Studies (termed 'Use of English') and any other three subjects relevant to the proposed course of study as set out in the relevant chapters of the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination brochure.
The only item that may be brought into the testing room is the candidate's Reprinted E-registration slip.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board does not prepare candidates for its examination by establishing secondary schools or tutorial centers, and no such institution is affiliated with the body.
Students also purchase books that contain questions asked in the exam during previous years.