‘One of the Best’ — JAMB Hails Mock UTME Despite Glitches

 

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has described the recently conducted Mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) as “one of the best”, despite reports of technical glitches in some centres.

JAMB Reacts to Mock UTME Performance

JAMB commended the overall conduct of the mock exam, noting that the exercise achieved its primary objective of testing the system ahead of the main UTME.

According to the board, the mock exam helped to:

• Assess the readiness of Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres

• Identify technical and operational challenges

• Prepare candidates for the actual examination environment

Glitches Reported in Some Centres

Despite the positive assessment, JAMB acknowledged that some candidates experienced:

• Login delays

• System downtimes

• Minor technical disruptions

The board attributed these issues to isolated technical faults and assured that they are being addressed.

Improvements Ahead of Main UTME

JAMB stated that lessons learned from the mock exam will be used to improve the main UTME scheduled to begin soon.

Measures being taken include:

• Strengthening technical infrastructure

• Enhancing server capacity

• Providing additional support to CBT centres

Reassurance to Candidates

The examination body reassured candidates that the glitches encountered during the mock will not affect the main UTME.

It urged candidates to remain calm and continue their preparations, emphasizing that the purpose of the mock is to identify and fix such issues.

Final Word

While acknowledging minor setbacks, JAMB maintains that the mock UTME was largely successful and one of the best conducted in recent times.

With improvements underway, the board is optimistic about delivering a smoother and more efficient main UTME for candidates nationwide.