The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially rescheduled the JAMB Mock UTME 2025 from April 5 to April 10, 2025. This adjustment aims to enhance preparations, integrate new innovations, and ensure a seamless examination process. The move also aligns with JAMB’s goal of accommodating an increased number of examination centres for the upcoming 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
Why JAMB Rescheduled the Mock UTME 2025
JAMB originally scheduled the 2025 Mock UTME for Saturday, April 5, 2025, but the Board has now shifted the date to Thursday, April 10, 2025. Meanwhile, the main 2025 UTME will commence from April 25, 2025 as previously planned.
According to JAMB, this rescheduling is part of its commitment to global best practices in examination administration. The decision is based on recent research and feedback from stakeholders, ensuring that candidates experience a well-organized and efficient examination process.
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JAMB’s Commitment to a Seamless Examination Process
JAMB remains dedicated to enhancing the UTME process by introducing innovative measures to optimize the mock examination’s effectiveness. The Mock UTME serves as a preparatory test to help candidates familiarize themselves with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) system, understand the examination format, and reduce test anxiety ahead of the main UTME.
Key Updates for JAMB Mock UTME 2025 Candidates
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New Exam Date: The JAMB Mock UTME 2025 will now hold on Thursday, April 10, 2025 instead of the previously scheduled April 5, 2025.
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Printing of Mock Notification Slips: Candidates will soon receive an announcement regarding when to print their Mock UTME slip, which will contain details such as:
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Examination centre
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Exam time and date
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Other important instructions
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Increase in Examination Centres: More CBT centres will be made available across Nigeria to ensure that all registered candidates can sit for the mock exam without logistical challenges.
Why Candidates Should Take the JAMB Mock UTME 2025 Seriously
Participating in the Mock UTME gives candidates a competitive advantage ahead of the main UTME. Benefits include:
✅ Familiarity with JAMB’s CBT format – Candidates get hands-on experience with the actual JAMB UTME system.
✅ Boost in confidence – The mock exam reduces exam anxiety and helps candidates perform better.
✅ Identification of weak areas – Candidates can assess their strengths and weaknesses and improve before the main exam.
✅ Technical readiness – Helps candidates understand how to navigate the computer-based examination system.
JAMB Urges Candidates to Stay Updated
The Board encourages all candidates registered for the JAMB Mock UTME 2025 to stay informed by:
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Regularly checking the official JAMB website (www.jamb.gov.ng) for updates.
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Following JAMB’s official social media handles for announcements.
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Keeping track of notification slip printing dates to avoid last-minute issues.
Final Words from JAMB
JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to ensuring a smooth and transparent examination process for all candidates. He urged students to remain calm, focused, and well-prepared ahead of the JAMB Mock UTME 2025 and the main UTME examination.
