JAMB Timetable 2025/2026 for Mock & Main Exam: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is the body that conducts the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and the Direct Entry (DE) exams for candidates seeking admission into various tertiary institutions in Nigeria. The UTME is a computer-based test that covers four subjects chosen by the candidates based on their preferred course of study. The DE exam is for candidates who have already obtained a diploma, NCE, or IJMB and wish to further their education in a degree program.

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JAMB Timetable 2025/2026 for Mock & Main Exam

Every year, millions of candidates register for the JAMB exams, which are usually held between March and May. However, before the main exams, JAMB also conducts a mock exam for candidates who indicate interest during the registration process. The mock exam is meant to help candidates familiarize themselves with the exam format, test their readiness, and identify their areas of weakness.

If you are one of the candidates who registered for the JAMB exams in 2025/2026, you might be wondering when the mock and main exams will take place, and how to prepare for them. In this blog post, we will provide you with the latest information on the JAMB timetable for 2025/2026, as well as some tips and FAQs to help you ace the exams.

JAMB Mock Exam Timetable 2025/2026

The JAMB mock exam for 2025/2026 will be held on Friday, March 7th, 2025. The mock exam is optional, but candidates who want to participate must register for it during the UTME/DE registration period from 15th January 2025 to 26th February 2025. Candidates who register for the mock exam can print their mock exam slip, which will contain their exam date, time, and venue, from 1st March 2025.

The mock exam will be conducted in the same manner as the main exam, using the same computer-based testing platform and the same syllabus. However, the mock exam will not count towards the final score of the candidates, and the results will not be released to the public. The mock exam is only meant to give candidates a preview of what to expect in the main exam, and to help them identify and correct their mistakes.

To prepare for the mock exam, candidates should study the JAMB syllabus for their chosen subjects, practice questions and answers, and familiarize themselves with the computer-based testing environment. Candidates should also arrive at their exam center at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time, and follow the instructions of the invigilators.

JAMB Main Exam Timetable 2025/2026

The JAMB main exam for 2025/2026 will commence on Friday, April 18th, 2025, and end on Monday, April 28th, 2025. The main exam will be conducted in batches, with each batch having a different exam date, time, and venue. Candidates who register for the main exam can print their main exam slip, which will contain their exam date, time, and venue, from 10th April 2025.

The main exam will be conducted in a similar manner as the mock exam, using the same computer-based testing platform and the same syllabus. However, the main exam will count towards the final score of the candidates, and the results will be released to the public within a few days after the exam. The main exam will determine the eligibility of the candidates for admission into their preferred tertiary institutions, based on their performance and the cut-off marks of the institutions.

To prepare for the main exam, candidates should revise the JAMB syllabus for their chosen subjects, practice questions and answers, and familiarize themselves with the computer-based testing environment. Candidates should also arrive at their exam center at least 30 minutes before the scheduled time, and follow the instructions of the invigilators.

Conclusion

The JAMB timetable for 2025/2026 is out, and candidates who registered for the mock and main exams should take note of their exam date, time, and venue. The mock exam is optional and free, but it can help candidates to prepare for the main exam, which is compulsory and determines their admission status. Candidates should study hard, practice well, and be confident in their abilities. We wish all the candidates success in their exams.

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