The Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) has released its 2026 IJMB specimen and practical instructions to schools, colleges, and polytechnics in preparation for the 2025/2026 IJMB Examination.
2026 IJMB Official Exam Date
According to the IJMB 2026 timetable, the Interim Joint Matriculation Board Examination (IJMBE) for the 2025/2026 academic session will commence on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, and end on Saturday, June 27, 2026.
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2026 IJMB Biology Paper III (Alternative A) Practical Specimens
1. SPECIMEN A – Provided as a figure on the Question Paper
2. SPECIMEN B – Cultured housefly larva/maggots
3. SPECIMEN C – Centipede
4. SPECIMEN D – Rat Rattus
5. SPECIMEN F – Orange fruit
6. SPECIMEN G – Pea pod
7. SPECIMEN H – Okra fruit
8. SPECIMEN I – Banana fruit
9. SPECIMEN J – Pine apple
10. SPECIMEN K – Maize grain
NOTE: Students should be provided with Hand lens/ Magnifying Glass.
2026 IJMB Biology Paper III (Alternative B) Practical Specimens
1. SPECIMEN A – Provided as a figure on the Question Paper.
2. SPECIMEN B – Cultured housefly larva/maggots
3. SPECIMEN C – Millipede
4. SPECIMEN D – Rat Rattus
5. SPECIMEN F – Groundnut pod
6. SPECIMEN G -Mango fruit
7. SPECIMEN H – Tomatoes fruit
8. SPECIMEN I – Cashew fruit
9. SPECIMEN J – Okro fruit
10. SPECIMEN K – Clayey soil
11. Specimen L – Sandy soil
NOTE: Students should be provided with Hand lens/ Magnifying Glass.
2026 IJMB Chemistry Paper III (Alternative A) Practical Specimen and Instructions to Schools
QUESTION 1:
(a) Prepare 0.10 mole dm⁻³ of HCl as solution A. Make available for each student about 200 cm³ of the solution.
(b) Prepare 0.02 mole dm⁻³ of Na₂CO₃·10H₂O as solution B. Make available for each student about 125 cm³ of the solution.
(c) Prepare 0.12 mole dm⁻³ of NaOH as solution C. Make available for each student about 125 cm³ of the solution.
(d) Prepare methyl orange and phenolphthalein indicators for acid-base titrations.
QUESTION 2:
Each student should be provided with the following samples (about 2g each) appropriately labeled as indicated:
SAMPLE A1 – ALUMINIUM TETRAOXOSULPHATE(VI)
Ensure that all necessary test reagents for inorganic qualitative analysis are provided in the laboratory benches.
2026 IJMB Chemistry Paper III (Alternative B) Practical Specimen and Instructions to Schools
QUESTION 1:
(a) Prepare 0.10 mole dm⁻³ of HNO₃ as solution D. Make available for each student about 200 cm³ of the solution.
(b) Prepare 0.04 mole dm⁻³ of Na₂CO₃·10H₂O as solution E. Make available for each student about 125 cm³ of the solution.
(c) Prepare 0.08 mole dm⁻³ of KOH as solution F. Make available for each student about 125 cm³ of the solution.
(d) Prepare methyl orange and phenolphthalein indicators for acid-base titrations.
QUESTION 2:
Each student should be provided with the following samples (about 2g each) appropriately labeled as indicated:
SAMPLE B1 – TIN(II) CHLORIDE
SAMPLE B2 – 2-HYDROBENZOIC ACID (SALICYLIC ACID)
Ensure that all necessary test reagents for inorganic and organic qualitative analysis are provided in the laboratory benches.
2026 IJMB Physics Paper III (Alternative A) Practical Specimen and Instructions to Schools
QUESTION 2:
1. Two spiral springs of nearly the same spring constants connected in series.
2. Fix stand (retort stand)
3. Stopwatch
4. Slotted masses
QUESTION 3:
1. Triangular glass prism
2. Four (4) optical pins and (4) office pins
3. Drawing board and drawing papers (A4 can serve).
About IJMB
The Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB) is an advanced-level program that helps students gain direct entry admission into Nigerian universities. It offers a great alternative to JAMB, especially for students who want to start from 200-level.
Each year, candidates across Nigeria enroll in the program to study courses in science, arts, and social sciences. As the exams draw near, many students begin to focus on materials like the 2026 IJMB Practical Specimen. This 2026 IJMB specimen provides essential details for practical examinations in subjects like Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
In addition, by combining regular revision with relevant study materials like the 2026 IJMB Practical Specimen, students can improve both their understanding and performance, increasing their chances of gaining admission into reputable universities.
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