JAMB 2025: If Your Exam Slip Says 6:30 AM, Will You Start Exactly at That Time?

Many JAMB candidates who have reprinted their examination slips for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) are noticing that their exam time is scheduled as early as 6:30 AM.

This has raised a common question, like the one Abdulmannan Yahaya asked:
“If my exam slip says 6:30 AM, will I start exactly at that time?”

Here’s the clear explanation.

Yes, Your Exam Is Scheduled to Start at 6:30 AM

If your JAMB examination slip shows 6:30 AM, it means your exam is officially scheduled to start by 6:30 AM.

JAMB organizes the UTME in multiple sessions every day to manage the large number of candidates,
and 6:30 AM is usually the time for the first batch of candidates at each CBT centre.

Important Things to Note

While 6:30 AM is your scheduled start time, you should keep the following in mind:

• Arrive at your centre very early, preferably by 4:30 AM or 5:00 AM.
• Biometric verification (fingerprint and photo check) will be done before you are allowed into the exam hall.
• Minor delays may happen at some centres due to technical setups or network, but the target is to start as close to 6:30 AM as possible.
• Candidates who arrive late may not be allowed to enter once biometric verification for the batch is closed.

Arriving early helps you settle down and avoid unnecessary stress.

Final Advice to Candidates

If your JAMB exam slip shows 6:30 AM, plan and prepare as if you must start at exactly that time.

Wake up early, arrange your transport ahead of time, and make sure you get to your CBT centre long before your scheduled time.

The 2025 UTME will officially begin on Thursday, 24th April 2025.
JAMB has advised all candidates to strictly follow the times stated on their slips to ensure smooth coordination across all centres.

Stay calm, be early, and give your best in the examination.