JAMB Opens 2026 UTME Slip Printing Ahead of Exams

ABUJA, Nigeria – The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announces that candidates can now print their 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination notification slips.

The examination is scheduled to begin on April 16, with candidates required to confirm their exam date, venue and time through the printed slips.

JAMB spokesperson Fabian Benjamin urges candidates to print early and familiarise themselves with their centres to avoid disruptions.

“Candidates are encouraged to print their slips early… to allow for proper screening and accreditation,” he says.

The board says the exercise will span multiple days, with each candidate assigned a specific schedule. JAMB Opens 2026 UTME Slip Printing Ahead of Exams

Officials also highlight enhanced security measures aimed at curbing examination malpractice, warning that strict sanctions will be enforced against offenders.

Candidates are advised to visit the official JAMB portal and follow instructions for slip printing ahead of the examination.

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