To gain admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria, students are required to sit for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination. However, some courses also have additional entrance exams which carry a specific weightage in the admission process. These additional exams are conducted by the respective institutions offering the courses and are used to assess the candidates' knowledge and suitability for the specific field of study.



The weightage criteria for courses with entrance exams in addition to the JAMB exam may vary depending on the institution and the specific course. However, some common weightage criteria include:

1. JAMB Score: The JAMB score is usually given a specific weightage and is an important factor in the admission process. It is used to determine the eligibility of candidates for further screening and consideration for admission.

2. Entrance Exam Score: The score obtained in the additional entrance exam is also given a weightage. This score is used to assess the candidates' knowledge and aptitude in the specific field of study. The weightage assigned to the entrance exam score can vary from course to course and institution to institution.

3. O'Level Results: The candidates' performance in their O'Level examinations (such as WAEC, NECO, or GCE) is also taken into consideration. The grades obtained in relevant subjects for the chosen course may be given a weightage to assess the candidates' academic proficiency.

4. Post-UTME Screening: Some institutions conduct a Post-UTME screening exercise, which may include a combination of written exams, interviews, and group discussions. The performance in the Post-UTME screening is also given a weightage and contributes to the overall assessment of the candidates.

5. Subject Requirements: Certain courses may have specific subject requirements, and the candidates' performance in these subjects may be given additional weightage. For example, a candidate applying for Medicine may be required to have excellent grades in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.

6. Catchment Area: In some cases, institutions may consider applicants from their catchment areas and assign a certain weightage to such candidates. This is done to promote regional balance and ensure equal opportunities for students from different regions.

It is important for candidates to be well-prepared for both the JAMB exam and the additional entrance exams for their chosen courses. They should thoroughly understand the weightage criteria and strive to achieve good scores in all the relevant examinations.