JAMB Blacklists 23 CBT Centres Over Technical Failures Ahead of 2026 UTME
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has delisted 23 Computer-Based Test centres across Nigeria following technical failures recorded during the 2026 mock Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination. The decision comes as the board intensifies efforts to ensure a smooth and credible examination process.
According to the board, the affected centres failed to meet the required operational and technical standards during the mock exercise. The mock UTME, designed to test both candidates and facilities, exposed several shortcomings that could disrupt the main examination if left unresolved.
In addition to the delisted centres, JAMB issued warnings to dozens of other CBT centres with minor technical issues. These centres have been given a final opportunity to address their deficiencies before the main UTME begins. The board emphasized that only fully compliant centres will be allowed to participate in the nationwide examination.
The review also led to the permanent blacklisting of one centre in Lagos, which has been barred from participating in any future JAMB examinations due to severe technical shortcomings. This move highlights the board’s strict stance on maintaining examination integrity and preventing disruptions during the testing process.
The delisted centres are spread across several states, including Abia, Anambra, Bayelsa, Delta, Edo, Lagos, Ogun, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, and the Federal Capital Territory. Many of these centres were found to have issues capable of affecting candidates’ performance and the overall conduct of the examination.
JAMB noted that the mock UTME serves as a quality control mechanism to identify weaknesses in examination centres. The board stated that the corrective measures are necessary to safeguard the credibility of the examination and protect candidates from avoidable technical disruptions.
The 2026 UTME is scheduled to commence nationwide in mid-April, and the board has assured candidates that only centres that meet its strict requirements will be used. Observers believe the action will improve confidence in the examination system and reduce the risk of technical failures during the main exercise.
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