Now that JAMB has opened the reprinting portal for the 2025 UTME, candidates can finally see their exam date, time, and centre address clearly on their slips.
But printing your slip is not enough — you must also make sure you know exactly where your centre is located.
Every year, many candidates miss their exams or arrive late because they did not find their CBT centres early enough.
Some get confused by the address, while others discover too late that the centre is far from their house.
To avoid this kind of last-minute stress, it is very important to locate your JAMB 2025 exam centre ahead of time.
In this guide, we will explain simple steps you can take to find your centre early and prepare yourself properly before your exam day.
1. Reprint Your Slip Early and Study the Address Carefully
The first and most important step is to reprint your JAMB exam slip as early as possible.
The earlier you print, the more time you have to study the details without rushing.
Once you have your slip, take your time to carefully read the full address of your CBT centre.
Don’t just look at the name of the centre — many centres have similar names in different locations.
Focus on the complete address written on the slip.
Check for important details like:
- Street name
- Town or local government area
- Nearby landmarks (if any)
If any part of the address is unclear to you, take note of it immediately so you can ask questions or do further research.
In short:
Don’t rush through reading your slip.
Sit down, study the address properly, and plan ahead.
2. Use Google Maps to Search for the Centre
After studying the address on your slip, the next smart step is to search for the centre on Google Maps.
Google Maps can show you:
- The exact location of the centre
- How far it is from your house
- The best routes to get there
- Estimated travel time
Simply open Google Maps on your phone or computer and type the full name and address of the centre exactly as it appears on your slip.
If the centre is available on the map, you will see it clearly marked.
If you can’t find it easily, you can try searching using nearby landmarks or call someone who knows the area well to guide you.
Tip:
Check the route at different times of the day so you can plan properly for traffic or road conditions.
Knowing your route early will save you a lot of stress on your exam day.
3. Visit the Centre Before Your Exam Day If Possible
If it is possible for you, physically visit your CBT centre at least one or two days before your exam day.
Nothing beats seeing the place with your own eyes.
It will help you confirm:
- The exact location of the centre
- The condition of the road
- How long it takes you to get there
- Any transportation issues you need to plan for
When you visit early, you remove any fear or confusion that could arise on the actual exam day.
You will know exactly where to stop, where the entrance is, and how early you need to leave your house.
If the centre is very far or you cannot visit personally, try to ask someone you trust who knows the area to help you check it.
Remember:
It is better to make the small sacrifice of visiting before the exam than to risk getting lost on the real day.
4. Plan Your Transport and Timing Ahead
Once you know where your centre is located, the next important thing is to plan your transport and timing ahead of your exam day.
Ask yourself important questions like:
- How will I get there — by bus, taxi, bike, or personal car?
- How long does the journey take under normal traffic?
- How much money will I need for transport?
It is very risky to start looking for transport on the morning of your exam without any clear plan.
You could face unexpected problems like traffic jams, transport strikes, or high transport fares.
Plan to arrive at your centre at least two hours before your exam time.
This gives you enough time to relax, settle down, and complete any biometric verification without rushing.
It is better to arrive too early and wait than to arrive late and miss your chance to write the exam.
5. Avoid Relying on Last-Minute Directions from Strangers
One common mistake many candidates make on their exam day is depending on strangers for directions when they are already close to the centre.
This is very risky.
Some people may give you wrong directions, either by mistake or on purpose.
You can waste precious time moving around or even get completely lost.
If you must ask for help, ask only:
- Security officers
- Shop owners near the area
- Commercial drivers who are familiar with the environment
Even better, use Google Maps or already plan with someone you trust before the exam day.
In short:
Don’t wait until the last minute to start asking “Where is the centre?”
Know your route early and move confidently.
Final Words
Finding your JAMB exam centre early is just as important as preparing for the exam itself.
Many students who prepared well still missed their exams simply because they couldn’t find their centres on time.
Now that the reprinting portal is open, do not waste time.
Print your slip, study your centre’s address carefully, visit the centre if possible, plan your transport, and avoid relying on last-minute information.
Remember, arriving early will not only save you from unnecessary stress but also help you start your exam in a calm and confident mood.
The 2025 UTME will officially start on Thursday, April 24, 2025.
We wish you success as you get ready for your examination.
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Thank you ?but how we will know the exactly exam room after knowing the adress