90% of Mock Exam Slots for UTME 2025 Filled – JAMB Warns Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board 90% of the available slots for the optional mock examination for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) have already been filled. The Board emphasized that it does not assign examination towns to candidates, urging applicants to make informed decisions when selecting their preferred towns.
JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Fabian Benjamin, PhD, in a statement, explained that the Board has observed a rising trend where candidates deliberately select certain towns to secure mock examination slots, only to later complain about being assigned distant locations. The statement clarified that once a town reaches its full capacity, it will no longer be available for selection.
Limited Slots Remaining in Select States
The Board further revealed that mock examination slots are now fully exhausted in many states, with only a few states still having available spaces. These states include Gombe, Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Plateau, Sokoto, Taraba, and Yobe. Candidates interested in taking the mock exam in these states are encouraged to select their examination towns accordingly.
Purpose of the Mock Examination
The optional mock examination is designed to help candidates familiarize themselves with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) environment and to allow JAMB to assess its facilities ahead of the main UTME. JAMB stated that examination slots are allocated based on the availability of mock examination centers, and once a town’s capacity is reached, it will no longer be available for selection.
Advisory for Candidates
Candidates are advised to make thoughtful choices when selecting their examination towns, keeping travel logistics and personal convenience in mind. While candidates are free to choose their preferred towns, JAMB urged them to consider the potential implications of selecting towns that may be far from their home state. The Board clarified that it should not be held responsible for any challenges resulting from such decisions, and encouraged candidates to plan ahead for a smoother experience on exam day.
JAMB also emphasized that the mock exam is only for deserving candidates, aiming to avoid unnecessary strain on the process. The Board further reiterated that the mock exam is optional and intended to provide candidates with a more comfortable and less stressful experience.
Important Information for Candidates
In addition to this, JAMB recently announced the registration fees for the 2025 UTME and Direct Entry (DE) exams. Candidates registering for the UTME with the mock exam will pay N8,700, while those opting out of the mock exam will pay N7,200. Additionally, a mock trial for future candidates will cost N3,500, while DE applicants will pay N5,700.
All candidates are required to provide their National Identification Number (NIN) during registration. The Board also advised candidates, especially those under 18, to use a parent’s or guardian’s phone number when registering to ensure easy retrieval in case of any issues.
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