JAMB Announces 2026 UTME Exam Slip Printing Details

Candidates advised to print exam slips with crucial details to ensure smooth experience

Apr. 12, 2026 at 4:33pm

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A vibrant, high-contrast silkscreen print of a single school supply item like a pencil or calculator repeated in a grid pattern, capturing the energy and anticipation of the upcoming JAMB UTME exams.JAMB's announcement of the 2026 UTME exam details highlights the board's focus on security and integrity, as it prepares millions of candidates for the upcoming testing period.Denver Today

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that the 2026 UTME examination will commence on April 16, 2026, and run until April 25, 2026. Candidates are urged to print their examination notification slips, which contain important details such as the exam date, venue, and time. JAMB emphasizes the significance of this step to help candidates prepare and avoid last-minute challenges.

Why it matters

The 2026 UTME exam features enhanced security measures to prevent malpractice, including real-time monitoring of examination centers and sanctions for non-compliance. This is part of JAMB's ongoing efforts to ensure the integrity of the examination process and provide a fair experience for all candidates.

The details

JAMB has implemented new systems to detect and deter any form of cheating, including the requirement for all accredited centers to have visible surveillance cameras connected to the central monitoring system. Any facility lacking this will face sanctions such as non-payment of services and the invalidation of the center for examination activities. Over 2.2 million candidates are expected to sit for the Computer-Based Test at 989 centers across the country.

  • The 2026 UTME examination will commence on April 16, 2026, and run until April 25, 2026.
  • Candidates are advised to print their examination notification slips during the several-day exercise.

The players

Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)

The government agency responsible for administering the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Nigeria.

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The takeaway

JAMB's announcement highlights the importance of candidate preparation and adherence to the board's guidelines for the 2026 UTME examination. With enhanced security measures and a focus on integrity, the examination process aims to ensure fair and accurate results for all candidates.