UTME 2025: JAMB Raises Alarm On Limited Mock Exam Slots, Urges Candidates To Act Fast

JAMB’s spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, clarified in a statement released in Abuja on Sunday that the board does not assign examination towns but allows candidates to choose based on available slots.

This clarification follows the high demand for specific locations, particularly for the optional mock examination, where 90% of available slots have already been filled nationwide.

JAMB has noted an unusual pattern in candidates’ town selections, seemingly aimed at securing spots for the mock exam.

“This notice serves as a warning to candidates against making hasty selections, only to later claim that JAMB assigned them to distant locations far from their residence, town, or state,” the statement read.

According to Benjamin, the only states with remaining slots for the optional mock examination are Gombe, Jigawa, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Plateau, Sokoto, Taraba, and Yobe. He urged candidates interested in the mock exam to select their examination towns accordingly.

He also stressed the importance of considering logistics when choosing an exam town, as some candidates opt for distant locations and later blame JAMB for the inconvenience.

“The Board allocates mock examination spaces based on available centers, and once a town reaches full capacity, it will no longer be available for selection.

“The mock exam is designed to provide candidates with an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the CBT environment and for the Board to test its systems.

“Candidates should carefully select their examination towns, factoring in travel logistics and convenience to ensure a seamless experience on exam day,” Benjamin added.