The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced key dates and details for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). According to JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the sale of application forms will commence on January 31, 2025, and close on March 5, 2025. For direct entry candidates, the sale of application documents and e-PIN vending will begin on March 10, 2025, and conclude on April 7, 2025.
The Mock-UTME is scheduled for April 5, 2025, while the main UTME will be conducted from April 25, 2025, to May 5, 2025.
Candidates registering for the UTME with the mock option are to pay ₦8,200, while those opting for the main UTME only will pay ₦7,200. A breakdown of the fees includes:
- JAMB Application Fee: ₦3,500
- Reading Text: ₦1,000
- CBT Centre Registration Service Charge: ₦700
- CBT Centre UTME Service Charge: ₦1,500
- Mock-UTME Centre Charge: ₦1,500
- Bank Charges: ₦500
In a significant development, JAMB has introduced a mock UTME specifically for candidates below the age of 16. Prof. Oloyede clarified that this initiative is not tied to admission but aims to help underage candidates assess their abilities in preparation for future exams.
The JAMB Registrar emphasized that candidates seeking admission into any tertiary institution must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2025. However, exceptions may be made for exceptionally brilliant candidates under the age of 15 who score a minimum of 280 in the UTME and excel in their Senior Secondary Certificate and post-UTME examinations.
These updates underscore JAMB’s commitment to ensuring a seamless and inclusive examination process for all candidates.
