Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has disclosed that registration for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) will commence in yet-to-be announced date in January.
The Board promised that all necessary plans that would guarantee wonderful and seamless registration experience and examination for candidates have been concluded.
JAMB said it has successfully generated a satisfactory pool of examination items, completed the accreditation of Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres and set the registration date to commence in January.
JAMB said it would conduct the most exceptional UTME in its history, and that it has implemented comprehensive measures aimed at providing candidates and stakeholders with an unparalleled registration and examination experience.
The Board said the insights gained from the 2024 review have been integrated into the rigorous planning for the 2025 UTME, adding that the Board has also established robust measures to prevent the recurrence of the few challenges faced in 2024.
But to guarantee improved experience for candidates, JAMB advised that candidates begin early preparations by first creating their profiles (sending a text message: NIN (space) followed by their eleven-digit NIN number to 55019) early to ensure they can complete their registration without delays when the time arrives.
“And to ensure a smooth registration process for prospective candidates, it is crucial to adhere to the strict warning regarding the use of henna, also known as ‘Laali’ or ‘Lale.’ The application of henna on the fingers can lead to significant challenges during biometric verification, as it has been shown to obstruct the process of biometric verification.
“Additionally, candidates who attempt to remove henna designs using harsh chemicals may, inadvertently, damage the whorls on their fingers, thereby making biometric verification and authentication extremely difficult, if not impossible.”
JAMB further advised candidates to protect their ten fingers for both the registration and the examination itself, as successful biometric verification is mandatory for entry into the examination hall, and that without it, candidates would be unable to access the examination questions.
