The countdown to the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has officially entered its final stretch, with the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) confirming that this year’s exam will begin on Friday, April 25, 2025.
As of today, Monday, April 1, candidates have just a few weeks left to finalize their preparation. The UTME will run from April 25 to May 5, with millions of candidates across Nigeria expected to sit for the computer-based test.
Candidates Advised to Finalize Preparation and Know Exam Centres
With the exam date approaching quickly, JAMB has advised all registered candidates to:
- Download and print their exam slips (to be released soon)
- Confirm the location of their CBT centre
- Review their subject combinations and practice with past questions
- Re-read the JAMB-recommended novel for Use of English
- Focus on key topics in the official JAMB syllabus
Candidates writing in the morning session are especially warned to arrive before 7:00 a.m., following JAMB’s recent reminder that biometric verification begins at 7:25 a.m., not the start of the exam itself.
What to Expect on Exam Day
Each candidate will be expected to bring the following to their CBT centre:
- JAMB exam slip (with your date, time, and centre clearly printed)
- No banned items (phones, calculators, smartwatches, USBs, etc.)
- A simple Biro for signing in
- Face mask (if required by local health guidelines)
Parents and guardians are also advised to stay outside the centre premises and avoid any form of interference, as JAMB maintains strict rules around candidate independence and examination discipline.
Final Words
The 2025 UTME is less than four weeks away, and this is the time for candidates to stay focused, avoid distractions, and review wisely. JAMB has assured that all arrangements are in place to ensure a smooth and fair examination process across the country.
Stay updated on exam slip printing, CBT centre information, and all last-minute announcements at jamb2025.com.