The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially revealed the schedule for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), including key dates for registration and examination periods.
Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming exam:
2025 UTME Registration Opens January 31, Closes March 5
The sale of UTME application forms will begin on January 31, 2025, and end on March 5, 2025. Candidates are urged to complete their registration before the deadline.
Mock-UTME and Main UTME Dates Announced
Mock-UTME: April 5, 2025
Main UTME: April 25, 2025, to May 5, 2025
Candidates who opt for the Mock-UTME will need to pay ₦8,200, while those registering only for the main UTME will pay ₦7,200.
Breakdown of JAMB Application Fees
Application Fee: ₦3,500
Reading Text: ₦1,000
CBT Centre Registration Service Charge: ₦700
CBT Centre UTME Service Charge: ₦1,500
CBT Mock Service Charge: ₦1,500
Bank Charges: ₦500
CBT Mock-UTME Centre Charge: ₦1,500
Special Mock UTME for Candidates Under 16
JAMB has introduced a special Mock UTME for candidates under 16, aimed at helping them assess their readiness for the exam. This initiative is not for admission purposes but offers young candidates a chance to evaluate their performance before the main examination.
Age Requirement for Admission
Candidates must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2025, to qualify for admission into tertiary institutions in Nigeria. However, exceptional candidates under 15 who score a minimum of 280 in the UTME and show outstanding results in their Senior Secondary Certificate and post-UTME exams may be considered for admission.
Key Takeaways:
Registration for the 2025 UTME opens January 31 and closes March 5.
Mock-UTME is scheduled for April 5, 2025.
Main UTME takes place from April 25 to May 5, 2025.
New mock exam introduced for younger candidates under 16 to assess their capabilities.
