The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is gearing up for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), promising significant improvements to provide candidates with a smoother, more efficient experience. Following the challenges faced during previous years, the board is introducing several new strategies and processes designed to streamline registration, enhance security, and optimize the overall examination experience for all participants. One of the most significant changes for the 2025 UTME is the requirement for all prospective candidates to provide their National Identification Number (NIN) during the registration process. This update affects all applicants, whether they are applying for full-time programs or non-regular courses, such as part-time, distance learning, and sandwich programs. Candidates are now required to generate their profile codes. This step is mandatory for all applicants, to facilitate this, candidates can easily create their JAMB profile by sending their NIN to the shortcode 55019 via SMS. This initiative is part of JAMB’s broader effort to align with national identification policies and improve data management for university admissions in Nigeria. By linking NIN to registration, the board aims to enhance the accuracy of candidate records and ensure that only verified candidates are allowed to participate in the UTME.
Over the years, JAMB has consistently incorporated more technology into the UTME registration and examination processes. For 2025, the board is taking this a step further to minimize delays, improve candidate experience, and increase the overall efficiency of the examination system. The Computer-Based Test (CBT) infrastructure has been upgraded to accommodate the growing number of candidates and ensure a smooth exam day experience.
Also, JAMB has worked on improving the registration system to be more user-friendly. Candidates will benefit from more intuitive processes and better support during the registration period. JAMB is also enhancing the platform’s security to prevent fraud and impersonation, making it easier for candidates to access their registration details and avoid errors that could hinder their participation.
One of the key issues addressed from the previous UTME was the accreditation of examination centers. In 2025, JAMB has taken proactive measures to ensure that all examination centers are properly accredited and equipped to handle the large number of candidates. The accreditation process has been thoroughly reviewed and updated to ensure that all centers meet the necessary standards to accommodate candidates comfortably and securely. The board has also focused on ensuring that there are sufficient and well-trained staff at each examination center to guide candidates and manage the smooth conduct of the CBT sessions. The examination items have been reviewed and refined to match the latest curriculum and meet the needs of the exam format.
For the 2025 UTME, JAMB is also emphasizing the importance of staff accountability and transparency. All JAMB staff, including existing employees and new recruits, are required to update their profiles or complete new registrations. This process will ensure that all personnel involved in the UTME administration are properly verified and their details are recorded in the board’s system. This new initiative is intended to prevent fraud and guarantee that only authorized personnel are involved in the examination process. It will also help JAMB keep track of all its staff members, ensuring that each one plays a legitimate role in the execution of the examination.
This is a vital part of the board’s effort to maintain a high standard of integrity and security throughout the 2025 UTME cycle.
Given the scale and importance of the UTME, ensuring the security of the examination is a priority for JAMB. In 2025, the board is further strengthening its collaboration with security agencies, including the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC). JAMB has already begun working closely with the NSCDC, ensuring that their personnel are stationed at every examination center nationwide to monitor activities and safeguard the process.
The partnership with security agencies has proven to be vital in past UTME sessions, and it is expected to play an even more critical role in 2025. JAMB officials, in collaboration with security operatives, will work to prevent any irregularities, such as examination malpractices or security breaches, ensuring a fair and secure environment for all candidates.
JAMB is placing a strong emphasis on maintaining the integrity of the examination process.
The board has reiterated that all staff members, as well as the candidates, must adhere to the rules and regulations governing the UTME. The board is working diligently to ensure that no infractions occur during the examination and that every step of the process—from registration to result release—is conducted with full transparency.
To reinforce this, JAMB has set clear expectations for all involved, with regular updates and training sessions for its staff. In particular, the board has urged its staff members to prioritize professionalism and adhere strictly to the guidelines provided by the board.
As part of its preparations, JAMB is encouraging prospective candidates to create their profile code and complete ahead of time. The board has emphasized that this step is essential for ensuring timely registration when the official UTME registration window opens.
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