JAMB 2025 UTME: STRICT RULES CANDIDATES MUST FOLLOW
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released strict guidelines for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), reinforcing its commitment to transparency, security, and global best practices.
π PROHIBITED ITEMS β DO NOT BRING THESE!
Candidates must not bring the following items to the examination hall:
π± Electronic Gadgets
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Mobile Phones
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Smartwatches
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Calculators
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Recorders
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Spy Reading Glasses
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Cameras
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Ear Pieces
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Bluetooth Devices
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USBs, CDs, Hard Disks
π§Ύ Stationery & Others
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Pens/Biros
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Books or Reading Materials
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Ink/Pen Readers
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Smart Lenses, Smart Rings
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Key Holders
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ATM Cards
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Erasers
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Jewelry or Accessories
πͺ ENTRY INTO EXAM CENTRE
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Biometric Verification is Mandatory
β€ No fingerprint, no entry. -
No candidate will be allowed entry with prohibited items.
β€ Come with only JAMB-approved essentials.
β STRICT COMPLIANCE IS NON-NEGOTIABLE
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All candidates must comply fully with these guidelines.
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Non-compliance leads to immediate disqualification.
π BIOMETRIC VERIFICATION β THE ONLY WAY IN
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This is the sole method of candidate verification and attendance.
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No manual registration or signature is required.
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If any candidate faces biometric issues, they will be recaptured at the centre before leaving. Only genuine cases will be considered.
π DURING THE EXAM β BEHAVE ACCORDINGLY
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Candidates must adhere to exam rules and obey all instructions from officials.
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Security personnel will be on site to enforce the rules.
π§ββοΈ MESSAGE FROM JAMB
Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB spokesperson, warned that:
βCandidates who violate these rules will be disqualified. These measures are necessary to maintain the examβs integrity.β
πΉ WATCH ON YOUTUBE
Want to understand the biometric process better? Watch JAMBβs official guidelines video on YouTube.
π FINAL REMINDERS
As the UTME approaches, remember:
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Understand the rules
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Follow instructions
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Come prepared, but do not bring restricted items
These steps ensure a smooth exam process and protect your chances of success.

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