JAMB 2020: Keyboard Shortcuts, Question Format & Key Exam Rules

With the 2020 JAMB UTME holding roughly one week from now, every candidate needs to understand the exact layout of the Computer-Based Test (CBT) interface so you do not waste a single second inside the examination hall.

1. JAMB CBT Question and Time Format

You will have 2 hours (120 minutes) to answer a total of 180 questions across four subjects:

• Use of English: 60 questions
• Subject 2: 40 questions
• Subject 3: 40 questions
• Subject 4: 40 questions

2. The 8 Essential JAMB CBT Keyboard Keys

If you prefer using the computer keyboard instead of the mouse to answer questions quickly, memorise these 8 keys:

• A: Select Option A
• B: Select Option B
• C: Select Option C
• D: Select Option D
• N: Move to the Next question
• P: Go back to the Previous question
• S: Submit your exam (Be very careful not to press S until you are completely done!)
• R: Cancel Submit and Return to the exam (if you accidentally pressed S)

3. Two Actions That Require the Mouse

Even if you use the keyboard for answering questions, you will still need the mouse (or laptop trackpad) for two specific actions:

• Switching from one subject tab to another at the top of the screen.
• Clicking the built-in on-screen calculator located at the top right corner of your screen.

4. Why "JAMB Runs / Expo" Will Fail You: Randomized Questions

Do not fall for fraudsters promising "JAMB runs" or try copying answers from the person sitting next to you. JAMB's CBT software jumbles and randomizes questions and options for every single computer. Your Question 1 in Biology is completely different from your neighbour's Question 1, meaning copying their option "A" will only cause you to fail questions you could have solved yourself.

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