As part of preparations for the 2022 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced the nationwide validation and accreditation of Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres.
Mandatory Requirements for 2022 CBT Centre Accreditation
During a virtual briefing hosted from JAMB National Headquarters by the Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, and the Director of Information Technology Services (ITS), Mr. Fabian Okoro, Chief Technical Advisers (CTAs) were mandated to enforce the following non-negotiable standards:
- Complete CCTV Coverage: Every CBT hall must have full-coverage CCTV cameras enabling live remote monitoring from Abuja.
- Wired Local Area Network (LAN) Only: All computer systems must be connected via a wired Local Area Network (LAN); wireless (Wi-Fi) networks are strictly prohibited.
- Dedicated & Fenced Premises: Every CBT centre must be properly fenced and must not share its premises with unrelated commercial business outfits.
- Active Power Backup & Air Conditioning: Centres must have functional backup computer systems, reliable power supply, and working air conditioners.
- Pilot Testing in 6 Geopolitical Zones: Six centres across the six geopolitical zones were also selected to test-run new examination technology ahead of the 2022 exercise.
With CBT centre accreditation underway, start preparing for the 2022 UTME using the Mentra JAMB CBT app, available on both Android and iOS.
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