Over 2.2 million candidates take part in 2026 UTME nationwide
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board is conducting the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination for more than 2.2 million candidates across Nigeria. The exercise, which began on April 16 and will end on April 22, is taking place at about 966 accredited centres. Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, the JAMB Registrar, emphasized professionalism and warned against examination malpractice. Biometric verification and real-time monitoring are being used to ensure the exam’s credibility.
What we know
- Over 2.2 million candidates are expected to sit the 2026 UTME, which runs from April 16 to April 22.
- The examination is being held at about 966 accredited centres nationwide.
- Prof. Is-haq Oloyede urged officials to maintain professionalism and warned against bringing prohibited items into halls.
- Biometric verification and real-time monitoring systems have been deployed to ensure credibility.
- Incentive packages will be given to teams that show exceptional performance, including timely handling of materials and reports.
