The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has outlined six important steps prospective candidates should take ahead of the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination, urging them to verify their National Identity Management Commission biodata and prepare their registration details before commencing the exercise.

The board advised candidates to ensure their personal information with the NIMC was correct, obtain a registered phone number and maintain an active email address before beginning their UTME registration.

In a video shared on its official platforms on Monday, JAMB also urged prospective candidates to decide on their preferred courses and institutions and ensure they selected the appropriate subject combinations.

The board said the checklist was intended to help candidates stay organised, prepare effectively and avoid common mistakes during the registration and admission process.

“As you prepare for the 2027 UTME, there are a few important things to get right before examination day,” the board stated in the accompanying caption.

It added that candidates needed to get their biodata ready, confirm their subject combinations and understand their course requirements.

The six tips shared by JAMB are:

1. Verify your NIMC biodata: Ensure that your personal details with the National Identity Management Commission are correct before commencing the 2027 UTME registration.

2. Get a registered phone number: Ensure you have a registered phone number for the registration exercise.

3. Provide an active email address: Have an active email address that you can easily access.

4. Decide on your preferred course: Be certain about the programme you intend to study.

5. Choose your preferred institution: Decide on the institution you wish to attend.

6. Select the right UTME subjects: Ensure that your subject combination aligns with your chosen programme, as JAMB noted that selecting the right programme and UTME subjects was an important part of the admission process.

The board also directed candidates seeking further information to visit its official website at www.ibas.jamb.gov.ng and follow its verified platforms for updates on the 2027 registration exercise.

“Get informed, get prepared, get ready for your 2027 UTME,” JAMB urged prospective candidates.

Recall that the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation published a proposed 2027 examination timetable on October 14, 2026.

It lists the 2027 UTME for March 15–25, 2027.

However, the Ministry describes the schedule as proposed, so it should not be presented as a final examination date confirmed by JAMB.

JAMB, which also shaared the timeline on its socials said the dates were proposed timelines, not confirmed final dates, and urged candidates to follow official announcements from the examination bodies. (PUNCH)