The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has entered the final phase of preparations for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration. To ensure a smooth and efficient registration process, the Board has scheduled high-level meetings with key stakeholders, including Commissioners of Education, education stakeholders, and proprietors of Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres.
Stakeholder Meetings to Enhance Collaboration
As part of its preparation, JAMB will hold two critical meetings on Monday, January 27, and Tuesday, January 28, 2025.
Engagement with Education Commissioners
The first meeting, scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2025, will bring together the Commissioners of Education from all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). These Commissioners are pivotal stakeholders who provide valuable insights into the education landscape across the country.
JAMB’s annual meetings with Commissioners have become a key platform for stakeholder engagement. During these sessions, the Board presents the features of the upcoming examination cycle, allowing Commissioners to provide feedback and recommendations on improving the UTME/DE processes.
This year’s meeting aims to enhance collaboration, address state-specific challenges, and streamline the registration and examination procedures to ensure candidates across the country have a seamless experience.
Meeting with CBT Operators and Key Examination Personnel
The second meeting, set for Tuesday, January 28, 2025, will focus on engaging Chief External Examiners (CEEs), Chief Technical Advisors, and proprietors of CBT centres. These stakeholders play a crucial role in the successful conduct of JAMB examinations.
The proprietors of CBT centres provide the infrastructure necessary for administering the exams, while CEEs and Technical Advisors are tasked with ensuring the examination process adheres to the highest standards of integrity and efficiency.
The meeting will highlight the roles and responsibilities of these stakeholders, as well as outline the Board’s new measures for improving the registration and examination experience.
Commitment to a Seamless Registration and Examination Process
These meetings underscore JAMB’s dedication to ensuring a smooth registration process and an exceptional examination experience for the 2025 UTME/DE cycle.
The Board has implemented several measures to address the challenges faced in previous years, including:
- Improved CBT Centre Accreditation: JAMB has accredited 870 CBT centres nationwide, up from 747 in 2024, to accommodate the expected increase in candidates.
- Enhanced Examination Items Pool: The Board has generated a robust pool of examination items to ensure the seamless administration of the Computer-Based Test (CBT).
- Streamlined Registration Process: The insights gained from the 2024 UTME have been integrated into the 2025 planning process to prevent a recurrence of past challenges.
Focus on Transparency and Security
JAMB’s commitment to transparency and security remains unwavering. The Board has reiterated the mandatory use of the National Identification Number (NIN) for all UTME/DE registrations to eliminate fraud and enhance the integrity of the examination process.
Candidates are encouraged to begin preparations early by creating their JAMB profiles. To do this, they must send a text message with the format NIN (space) followed by their 11-digit NIN number to 55019 or 66019.
CBT Operators and Examination Policies
The meeting with CBT operators will also address JAMB’s strict policies on exam administration. These include maintaining the integrity of the examination environment, ensuring seamless biometric verification, and adhering to technical standards.
JAMB has warned that any CBT operator found violating its rules will face strict penalties, including the revocation of accreditation.
Conclusion
As JAMB finalises its preparations for the 2025 UTME/DE registration, the upcoming stakeholder meetings are crucial steps toward ensuring a smooth process. By engaging with Commissioners of Education, CBT operators, and other key stakeholders, the Board demonstrates its commitment to providing an efficient and transparent registration and examination experience for all candidates.
Candidates and stakeholders are encouraged to follow updates from JAMB’s official channels to stay informed about the registration process and key developments leading up to the 2025 UTME/DE.