Important Items to Take Along for JAMB 2025 UTME

As the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) draws closer, it is important for every candidate to start preparing not just academically, but also practically. Knowing the right items to take to the examination centre is a vital part of your preparation.

Every year, some candidates are turned back from writing their exam simply because they forgot an important item or brought things that are not allowed. You have worked too hard to let simple mistakes like this spoil your chances.

This article will guide you clearly on what you must take along for your JAMB 2025 UTME and what you must leave behind.
Following these simple instructions will help you avoid stress, delay, or even disqualification on your exam day.

If you are unsure about what to carry or confused by different advice you have been hearing,
this is the final and clear guide you need.

Must-Have Items for JAMB 2025 UTME

There are a few important items you must not forget when going for your JAMB examination.
These are compulsory and required for you to be allowed into the CBT centre.

Here are the items you must carry:

• Your JAMB 2025 Examination Slip:
  This is the most important document. It contains your exam date, time, venue, and other personal details. Without it, you will not even be allowed to enter the centre gate. Make sure the slip is printed clearly (colored or black-and-white print is accepted) and keep it safe.
• Simple Means of Identification (Optional but Advisable):
  Although not compulsory for all candidates, if you have a national ID card, school ID, or any recognized form of identification, it is wise to carry it along. Some centres may ask for additional verification, especially in special cases.
• Face Mask (Depending on Centre’s Policy):
  Some centres might still require face masks due to health policies. It is better to carry one with you just in case.
• Basic Stationery for Emergency Use (Optional):
  Even though JAMB provides everything candidates need for the exam, carrying a simple biro (pen) can be useful for signing attendance sheets or any unexpected paperwork. However, it should not be taken into the exam hall itself without permission.

Make sure you pack these items today or tomorrow before the exam day so you don’t forget anything under pressure.

Your slip is your passport to the exam.
Without it, you cannot even pass through the first security checkpoint.

Prohibited Items You Must Not Bring

Just as there are important items you must carry, there are also items that you are strictly forbidden from bringing into the JAMB examination hall. Bringing any of these prohibited items can lead to disqualification or other serious consequences.

Every year, JAMB publishes a list of banned items to maintain the integrity of the examination.
Candidates are expected to obey these rules without excuses.

You must not bring:

• Mobile phones, whether switched on or off,
• Calculators, except the simple on-screen calculator provided during the exam,
• Smart watches, wristwatches of any kind,
• Bags, purses, or backpacks,
• Electronic devices such as flash drives, Bluetooth devices, or earphones,
• Reading materials, textbooks, or handwritten notes,
• Pens or pencils (except when specifically allowed outside the hall for attendance).

All candidates are searched before entering the hall, and if any banned item is found on you, you can be disqualified immediately, no matter how innocent your intention was.

It is important to remember that JAMB already provides an on-screen calculator for candidates who need it. So, there is no excuse to carry a personal calculator into the exam hall.

The safest rule is simple:
Only carry what is required and leave everything else at home.

This way, you will avoid unnecessary problems and focus on what truly matters — writing your exam successfully.

Other Important Exam Day Tips You Should Know

Aside from carrying the right items and avoiding banned ones, there are a few more important tips that every candidate should keep in mind for the exam day.

First, arrive early at your centre. It is always better to be too early than to be even one minute late. If your exam time is 7:00 AM, try to arrive by 6:00 AM or even earlier. There will be security checks, identification processes, and thumbprinting before you are allowed into the exam hall. These procedures take time.

Second, stay calm and polite. From the moment you arrive at your CBT centre, behave respectfully towards security officers, invigilators, and JAMB officials. Do not argue or cause any disturbance. Misbehaving can get you removed from the centre before you even enter the hall.

Third, follow instructions strictly. Listen carefully to all announcements. Sit only where you are directed. Do not attempt to assist any other candidate, even if they ask. During the exam, avoid any behavior that could be misinterpreted as examination malpractice.

Lastly, double-check everything before submitting. Once you finish answering your questions, review your answers if you still have time. When you are satisfied, submit your work properly before leaving the hall.

By following these simple but important tips, you give yourself the best chance of writing your exam smoothly without any problems.

Final Reminder Before You Leave Home

On your exam day, before stepping out of your house, take a few minutes to double-check everything calmly.

Make sure you have:

• Your JAMB examination slip safely kept,
• A simple ID card if available,
• A face mask (just in case your centre requires it),
• Some emergency money for transport or other unexpected needs.

Avoid carrying anything that is not necessary.
Leave your phone at home if possible, or switch it off and leave it outside the exam premises if you must carry it. Do not bring any extra materials or gadgets.

Also, make sure you eat something light before leaving home. You may spend hours at the centre, especially if your exam is scheduled later in the day. A hungry mind cannot concentrate properly.

Finally, pray, stay positive, and believe in yourself.
You have come this far, and you are fully capable of succeeding.

Walk into your CBT centre with confidence, and give your best.

We wish every JAMB 2025 candidate success!