JAMB 2025: “I Missed My Exam Because I Didn’t See the Date on Time” — Godspower Shares His Painful Experience

A JAMB 2025 candidate, Godspower Oghenesaru Obene, has shared his painful experience after missing his UTME exam due to a misunderstanding about the exam date.

“I missed my JAMB exam because I did not see the date on time,” he said.

Godspower’s situation highlights a challenge that some candidates face — not properly checking or confirming their exam date early enough.

How Important Is It to Check Your Exam Date Early?

JAMB always advises candidates to:

• Reprint their exam slip once the slip printing begins.
• Check all the details carefully — including the date, time, and venue.
• Visit their centers a day or two before the exam to avoid confusion.

Missing the exam because of date issues is a painful way to lose a full year of preparation, and unfortunately, JAMB may not reschedule for individual candidates who missed their exams for personal reasons.

What Candidates Should Always Do

• Print and double-check your exam slip immediately when JAMB opens the portal.
• Set reminders for your exam day and time.
• Visit your center ahead of the exam if possible, so you’re sure of the location.
• Stay updated by following JAMB’s official news and reminders.

A Message to Godspower and Other Candidates

It’s truly painful to miss such an important exam after all the stress and preparation.
Godspower’s story is a lesson to future candidates: don’t delay checking your exam details. Always confirm everything early to avoid last-minute surprises.

Stay strong, Godspower — your journey doesn’t end here. There are still many opportunities ahead!