JAMB has issued strict exam-day instructions for 2025 UTME candidates, warning that ignoring them could lead to disqualification. The guidelines ban phones, smart devices, wristwatches, and even pens from CBT centres — and officials say there’ll be zero tolerance.
- Only original slips with exam details will be accepted at the test venue.
- Banned items include phones, calculators, USBs, Bluetooth devices, pens, and wristwatches.
- Any form of impersonation or forgery will lead to prosecution.
- JAMB officials will strictly enforce rules — no excuses on exam day.
- Parents or guardians are barred from entering CBT centres.
JAMB’s no-nonsense tone is a sign of how seriously it takes exam integrity. But it also shows the pressure Nigerian students face. Many come to centres with good intentions, only to be caught out by rules they didn’t fully understand. For a test that could shape their future, the margin for error is razor-thin. This isn’t just about discipline — it’s about fairness and access to opportunity.
Exams are tough enough. Knowing the rules could be the difference between sitting the UTME and being turned away. Have you read the fine print?
