What are the updates on the JAMB UTME 2026 slips? The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has recently announced a change regarding the arrival times for candidates taking the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in 2026. Candidates are now required to arrive by 7:00am for the first session, a shift from the previously scheduled time of 6:30am.
The first session of the examination will commence at 8:30am and conclude at 10:30am. This adjustment was made in response to feedback from candidates and parents who expressed concerns about the challenges associated with very early morning travel.
JAMB confirmed that candidates do not need to reprint their examination slips following this adjustment. The examination is set to take place from April 16 to April 25, 2026, and candidates are encouraged to check their notification slips for full details of their exam schedule, center, and other relevant instructions.
In a statement, JAMB noted, “Attention 2026 UTME Candidates: This is to notify you of a slight adjustment to the arrival scheduled time, particularly for the first session, which is now 7:00am as against the earlier published 6:30am, while the scheduled start time for the session is now 8:30 am and end time 10:30 am.”
This change aims to provide candidates with a more manageable schedule, allowing them to arrive at their examination centers without undue stress. The board has emphasized the importance of adhering to the new arrival time to ensure a smooth examination process.
As the examination date approaches, candidates are reminded to prepare adequately and stay informed about any further updates from JAMB. The adjustments reflect ongoing efforts to enhance the examination experience for all participants.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any additional changes that may arise as the exam dates draw closer. Candidates are advised to remain vigilant and check official JAMB communications for the latest information.