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Joint Admissions Matriculation Board (JAMB)

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is a Nigerian entrance examination board for tertiary-level institutions. The board conducts entrance exams for prospective undergraduates into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. The JAMB exam, known as the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), assesses the readiness and aptitude of candidates for higher education.

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Here are some key points about JAMB:

  1. Establishment: JAMB was established in 1978 to standardize and streamline the process of admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
  2. Examination: The UTME typically includes subjects relevant to the candidate’s chosen field of study. Candidates are required to select four subjects, including English Language, which is compulsory.
  3. Eligibility: To be eligible to sit for the UTME, candidates must have completed their secondary education and obtained the necessary qualifications, such as the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or its equivalent.
  4. Registration: Candidates must register for the UTME online, providing personal details, academic records, and their preferred institutions and courses.
  5. Score and Cut-off Marks: After the examination, JAMB releases scores and sets cut-off marks for admission into various institutions. Individual institutions may also set their own cut-off marks based on JAMB’s guidelines.
  6. Admission Process: The admission process includes the Post-UTME screening conducted by institutions, which may include further tests or interviews to assess the suitability of candidates for their chosen programs.
  7. Challenges: Over the years, JAMB has faced challenges such as examination malpractice, logistical issues, and the need to adapt to technological advancements.
  8. Technological Integration: In recent years, JAMB has integrated technology to improve the examination process, including computer-based testing (CBT) and online registration, to reduce errors and enhance efficiency.

CONTACTS

  • Headquarters: Bwari, ABUJA P.M.B. 189, Garki, Abuja, Nigeria.
  • PHONE: 2348166335513, +2348123658955
  • Website: www.jamb.gov.ng
  • Email: enquiries@jamb.gov.ng

ZONAL AND STATE OFFICES CONTACTS

JAMB HEADQUARTERS ANNEXES:

  • JAMB National Headquaters Annex Office 11 Ojora Road, Ikoyi, Lagos P.M.B. 12748, Lagos, Lagos State.
    • Telephone: 0700-5262-954
  • JAMB National Headquaters Annex Office 79, Tafawa Balewa Way, P.M.B. 2200, Kaduna.
    • Telephone: 0700-5262-953
  • JAMB National Headquaters Annex Office Oyun Area Along Kwara Poly, Ilorin, Kwara State.
    • 0700-5262-592

JAMB ZONAL OFFICES and CONTACT :

  • JAMB ZONAL OFFICE/FCT OFFICE JAMB Close, Off Jonathan Oghenero Esin Street, Kado Sabo, Opposite Kado Fish Market, Abuja.
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-922
  • JAMB Zonal Office Plot 21B, Ikpokpan Road, G.R.A, P.M.B. 1169, Benin City, Edo State.
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-336
  • JAMB Zonal Office Off Ahmodu Bello Way, Opposite State Treasury Bauchi, Bauchi State.
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-924
  • JAMB Zonal Office Adjacent Kano State Legistlative Quarters, Km. 12, Along Maiduguri Road Farawa, Kumbotso LGA, Kano State.
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-956
  • JAMB Zonal Office Former Nasarawa Newsday, Adjacent TAAL e-Library, Old Tomato Market Road, Lafia Nasarawa, Nasarawa State
    • Telephone No; 0700-5262-952
  • JAMB Zonal Office No. 22, Annong Street, Ogui New Layout, Off Nkpotiki Junction. Enugu, Enugu State
    • Telephone No; 0700-5262-936
  • JAMB Zonal Office Quarters 845, Agodi G.R.A. Opposite Ikoloba Grammar School, P.M.B. 58, Agodi Post Office. Ibadan, Oyo State
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-942
  • JAMB Zonal Office No. 34, Opposite Eagle Round-About, Near Government House P. M. B 1093, Maiduguri, Borno State
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-963
  • JAMB Zonal Office No 10. Aba Road, Opposite Abali Park, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-974
  • JAMB Zonal Office 3rd Floor, Block 19, Shehu kangiwa secretariat, Sokoto, Sokoto State.
    • Telephone No: 0700-5262-765

JAMB STATE OFFICES :

  • JAMB State Office Mechanics Village, Plot No 269/270, Off Bye-Pass road, Dutse, Jigawa State,
  • JAMB State Office Mohammed Dikko Road,Opposite KCK Kofar Sauri, P.M.B 2144, Katsina, Katsina State.
  • JAMB State Office No 8 Sokoto Road, Opposite Wambai House, P. M. B. 01120, Gusau Zamfara State
  • JAMB State Office No 1 Justice Usman Mohammed Road Tudun Wada, Brinin Kebbi, Kebbi State,
  • JAMB Zonal Office 3rd Floor, Block 19, Shehu kangiwa secretariat, Sokoto, Sokoto State.
  • JAMB State Office GP 574, Salau Alima Housing Estate, Phase II, Lokoja Kogi State,
  • JAMB State Office No. 56, Murtala Mohammed Way, Jos, Plateau State
  • JAMB Zonal Office Oyun Area II, Orin, Ilorin, Kwara State.
  • JAMB Zonal Office Abu King Shuluwa Road, Makurdi Benue State.
  • JAMB Office, Plot 2, (3 Arm Zone) Along Eastern Bye – Pass Maiumbi Road, P.M.B. 189 Minna Niger State
  • JAMB State Office Amawbia Bye-Pass, Awka, Anambra State
  • JAMB State Office, No.1, Amogu Street, Near Unity square, Abakaliki, Ebonyi State
  • JAMB State Office, Ubakala, Ubakala Junction, Port harcourt – Enugu Expess way, Umuahia, Abia State
  • JAMB State Office, 3, Police Headquarters Road, Yenegoa, Bayelsa State.
  • JAMB State Office, Okpanam Road, By NTA Juction P. M. B. 95093, Asaba Delta State
  • JAMB State Office, Atiku Abubakar Avenue, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
  • JAMB Zonal Office 41, Okoro Agbor Street, Off Marian, Calabar, Cross River State.
  • JAMB State Office GP 574, Salau Alima Housing Estate, Phase II, Lokoja Kogi State,
  • JAMB Zonal Office Abu King Shuluwa Road, Makurdi Benue State.
  • JAMB Office, Plot 2, (3 Arm Zone) Along Eastern Bye – Pass Maiumbi Road, P.M.B. 189 Minna Niger State
  • JAMB Zonal Office Oyun Area Along Kwara Poly, Ilorin, Kwara State.
  • Plot 2, (3 Arm Zone) Along Eastern Bye – Pass Maiumbi Road, P.M.B. 189 Minna Niger State
  • JAMB Zonal Office Okigwe Road, Beside Court of Appeal P.M.B. 1020, Owerri, Imo State.
  • JAMB State Office, Goverment Technical College Premises, Along Iwo- Ibadan Road, Oshogbo Osun State.
  • JAMB State Office, Premises of Ogun State Staff Development Center, Ibrahim Babangida Boulevard, Abeokuta. Ogun State
  • JAMB State Office, New lyin Road Beside CBN, P.M.B. 346 Ado-Ekiti,
  • JAMB State Office, Quarters 92, Alagbaka Estate Near C.B.N. Office, Ibb Avenue Akure, Ondo State.

JAMB APPROVED CBT CENTERS NATIONWIDE:


JAMB-approved CBT (Computer-Based Test) centers are official testing locations authorized by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board to administer the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). These centers are equipped with the necessary infrastructure, technology, and personnel to conduct the examination in a secure and standardized environment. Here are some general points about JAMB-approved CBT centers:

  1. Approval Process: Centers seeking approval must meet specific requirements set by JAMB, including adequate facilities, functional computers, reliable internet connectivity, and security measures.
  2. Facilities: Approved centers typically have air-conditioned examination halls, sufficient seating capacity, backup power supply (generators), and technical support staff to handle any issues that may arise during the exam.
  3. Location: CBT centers are spread across Nigeria to ensure accessibility for candidates from different regions. They can be found in urban and rural areas, often hosted within educational institutions, ICT centers, or private organizations.
  4. Registration and Verification: Candidates can choose their preferred CBT center during the UTME registration process. JAMB provides a list of approved centers on its official website, allowing candidates to select one that is conveniently located.
  5. Monitoring and Compliance: JAMB regularly monitors approved centers to ensure compliance with its standards. Centers that fail to maintain these standards may lose their approval status.
  6. List of Approved Centers: JAMB publishes an updated list of approved CBT centers annually. This list includes the names, addresses, and contact details of the centers. Candidates can access this information on the JAMB official website or through official JAMB publications. Listed Below are Jamb Approved CBT CENTERS NATIONWIDE:

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