Ahead of the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced new accreditation rules for Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres to eliminate power disruptions during exams.
Key Highlights Announced by Prof. Ishaq Oloyede
Addressing journalists in Lagos, JAMB Registrar Prof. Ishaq Oloyede outlined the following major updates for the 2023 UTME:
- Mandatory Laptops for New CBT Centres: To prevent power outages from disrupting exams, JAMB will no longer accredit any new CBT centre using desktop computers. Every newly accredited centre must be equipped with laptops. Existing accredited centres with desktop computers will only be allowed to continue if they install functional Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) units on every system.
- Full Digitisation of JAMB Communications (From 1st Jan 2023): Effective 1st January 2023, JAMB will digitise all official communications with institutions regarding admissions under CAPS and the Integrated Brochure and Syllabus System (IBASS).
- 2023 UTME Will Hold as Scheduled: Prof. Oloyede debunked rumours claiming JAMB would cancel the 2023 UTME due to university calendar disruptions.
- Upward Review of CBT Centre Service Charge: Due to rising diesel and operational costs, candidates will pay ₦1,000 as the CBT examination centre charge (up from ₦700), while those opting for the optional Mock-UTME will pay an additional ₦1,000 upfront during registration.
Start Preparing for the 2023 UTME
Get ahead of the competition by practicing with the Mentra JAMB CBT app (available on both Android and iOS) to familiarize yourself with the computer-based test interface before exam day.
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