The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a six‑point preparation checklist for candidates planning to sit the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), warning that following the guide will help avoid common registration mistakes.
The UTME is Nigeria’s nationwide entrance exam for admission into federal, state and private universities, and JAMB is the statutory body responsible for organising and supervising the test. Each year, thousands of prospective students register online, and errors in the process can lead to delayed results or disqualification.
According to the board’s announcement, the new checklist outlines six essential steps that candidates should complete during the registration phase. While the specific items were not detailed in the brief, JAMB emphasized that the points cover critical aspects of the application to ensure accuracy and compliance with the board’s requirements.
JAMB urged all 2027 UTME aspirants to review the checklist carefully and adhere to each step before submitting their registration. The board noted that meticulous preparation can prevent avoidable setbacks, such as incorrect personal data entry, missed deadlines, or payment issues.
Candidates are advised to consult JAMB’s official communications—including its website and the UTME portal—for the full six‑point guide and any additional instructions as the registration window opens later this year.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>