The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination is a key requirement for candidates seeking admission into Nigerian tertiary institutions. The 2026 JAMB exam is expected to follow the standard schedule set by JAMB, including registration, mock exams, and the main UTME. Below are the important dates and timelines candidates should be aware of.
Key JAMB 2026 Dates
📌 Registration Start: Friday, January 31, 2026
📌 Registration Deadline: March 5–8, 2026 (varies slightly by source)
📌 Mock Exam (Optional): Around April 5–10, 2026
📌 Main UTME Exam: April 25 – May 5, 2026
📌 Result Release: Around May 7, 2026
Note: JAMB doesn’t announce a single date for everyone’s exam, candidates are scheduled in batches across those days, and each candidate’s exact date/time is printed on their exam slip once registration closes.
What to Expect
📌 Registration must be completed at an accredited CBT centre before the deadline.
📌 After registration, candidates can reprint their exam slips from JAMB’s portal to see their personal exam date, time, and centre, usually a few days before the exam period begins.
📍Quick Summary
| Event | Date (2026) |
|---|---|
| Registration Begins | Jan 31, 2026 |
| Registration Ends | March 5–8 |
| Mock Exam | Early–Mid April |
| Main UTME Exam | Apr 25 – May 5 |
| Result Release | May 7 |