The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has delisted 23 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across Nigeria due to technical deficiencies observed during the 2026 Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
In a statement released on Friday in Abuja, JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Fabian Benjamin, confirmed that while several other centres received official warnings for minor infractions, one facility in Lagos State has been permanently barred from participating in any future board examinations.
According to Mr Benjamin, the mock UTME is a critical preparatory exercise designed to familiarise candidates with the CBT environment and allow JAMB to assess the operational readiness of its accredited centres. Findings from a post-examination technical review revealed that the affected centres failed to meet the board’s required benchmarks.
“The exercise provides the board with the opportunity to evaluate facilities, identify technical shortcomings, and ensure that only centres complying with operational standards participate in the main UTME,” he said.
Mr Benjamin added that the sanctions align with JAMB’s commitment to safeguarding the credibility, integrity, and smooth conduct of national examinations. He urged candidates scheduled for the main UTME to remain calm, assuring them that necessary adjustments would be made to prevent any disadvantage.
Centres placed on warning have been directed to rectify identified deficiencies immediately or face further penalties. The board reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards technical failures capable of disrupting examinations and promised enhanced monitoring mechanisms ahead of the main test.
Candidates were advised to continue printing their examination notification slips to confirm their scheduled dates, venues, and times.
