The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a strategic adjustment to the schedule of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), bringing relief to thousands of candidates across Nigeria.
In an official statement released via its verified 𝕏 (formerly Twitter) platform, the examination body disclosed that candidates assigned to the first session of each examination day are now expected to arrive at their designated Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres by 7:00 a.m., instead of the earlier stipulated 6:30 a.m.
Despite this adjustment, JAMB confirmed that the examination timetable remains unchanged, with the first session still scheduled to commence at 8:30 a.m. and end at 10:30 a.m.
According to the Board, the UTME will continue to run in four sessions daily from Monday through Friday across accredited CBT centres nationwide. The shift in arrival time, it noted, is part of deliberate efforts to enhance operational efficiency and ensure a more seamless examination process.
JAMB further explained that the decision followed constructive feedback from candidates and parents, many of whom raised concerns about the logistical and safety challenges associated with very early morning travel. Issues such as transportation difficulties and security risks were highlighted as key factors necessitating the review.
Importantly, the Board clarified that candidates are not required to reprint their examination slips, as the adjustment does not affect previously issued details beyond the reporting time.
The 2026 UTME is scheduled to hold from Thursday, April 16 to Saturday, April 25, 2026, and candidates are strongly advised to adhere strictly to the updated arrival time to avoid any form of disqualification or disruption.
This development has been widely welcomed as a student-friendly reform, reflecting JAMB’s responsiveness to stakeholder concerns and its commitment to improving the overall examination experience for Nigerian students.
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