The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the schedule for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration processes. According to the latest bulletin released by JAMB, the sale of e-PINs for UTME registration is set to commence on January 31, 2025, and will conclude on March 5, 2025. The UTME registration portal will remain open until March 8, 2025. For Direct Entry candidates, the sale of application documents and e-PIN vending is scheduled from March 10 to April 7, 2025.
The optional mock examination is slated for April 5, 2025. Candidates interested in participating in the mock exam must register for the UTME on or before February 23, 2025, and indicate their interest during the registration process at an accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) center.
The main UTME is scheduled to take place from April 25 to May 5, 2025. Examination centers will be allocated within the candidates’ chosen examination towns.
JAMB has outlined four categories of registration forms (e-PINs) to cater to different candidate needs:
- Mock Only Trial Testing: Designed for underage candidates who wish to experience the JAMB examination environment without using the results for admission purposes. The fee for this category is ₦3,500.
- JAMB UTME Registration with Mock: For candidates intending to take both the mock and main exams. The total cost is ₦8,700.
- JAMB UTME without Mock: For candidates registering solely for the main exam, excluding the mock. The fee is ₦7,200.
- JAMB Direct Entry: For candidates eligible for direct entry into tertiary institutions. The cost is ₦5,700.
Candidates are advised to carefully select the appropriate e-PIN category during purchase, as refunds will not be available after purchase.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Q1: What is the minimum age requirement for admission into tertiary institutions for the 2024/2025 session?
A1: The minimum age for admission is 16 years.
Q2: How can candidates register for the UTME?
A2: Registration is conducted online. Candidates are advised to register themselves at any approved CBT center listed on the JAMB website. All required information must be provided during registration.
Q3: Are there any special provisions for candidates with special needs?
A3: Yes, special needs candidates with five O’Level credits are eligible for free UTME registration.
Q4: Where can candidates find the list of accredited CBT centers?
A4: The list of accredited CBT centers is available on the JAMB website.
Q5: What should candidates do if they encounter issues during registration?
A5: Candidates should create a support ticket through the JAMB Central Online Support System (COSS) for assistance.
