JAMB 2027: Only Strict CBT Centres Will Be Approved

Last updated: 9 November 2026

Not every CBT centre will be allowed to hold the 2027 UTME. In early November 2026, JAMB said only centres that meet its standards will get approval. So the centre you pick matters more this year.

Quick answer: JAMB will approve only CBT centres with the right facilities for the 2027 UTME. The registration date and fee are not out yet. Use only approved centres, pay only the official fee, and never pay an agent to “help” you.

What did JAMB say?

Blueprint reports that the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Segun Aina, spoke about this when he met the leaders of the Chief External Examiners. The meeting was about getting ready for the 2027 UTME and checking that exam officials are ready before centres are inspected.

JAMB said a centre must have the right facilities, equipment and ability to run the exam before it gets approval. The board also said it will not lower its standards. Its aim is a fair and safe exam for every candidate, wherever the candidate writes it.

Why should you care?

A bad centre can spoil a day you have prepared for since January. Think about a computer that hangs, light that goes off, or a network that fails. JAMB wants fewer of these problems, and strict approval is one way to get there.

It also means some centres you know may not make the list. Do not assume your cousin’s centre from last year will be approved again.

What has JAMB not announced yet?

• The date registration will start and close
• The registration fee
• The list of approved centres for 2027
• The final UTME dates

Here is what happened last year, only as a guide. In 2026, UTME registration ran from 26 January to 28 February, according to Vanguard. The 2026 e-PIN prices were ₦5,700 for Direct Entry, ₦7,200 for UTME without mock, and ₦8,700 for UTME with mock. The 2027 prices are not announced, and they can change.

The Federal Government has also proposed 15 to 25 March 2027 for the UTME. That is only a proposal for now. We wrote about this and the new phone app in our JAMB pre-registration app post.

How to pick a safe CBT centre

1. Wait for JAMB’s list. Check the official JAMB website and JAMB’s official social pages for approved centres. Do not trust a centre that says “approved” but cannot show proof.
2. Visit the centre first. Look at the computers, the seats and the power backup. Ask what happens if the light goes off.
3. Ask about the rules. A good centre tells you what time to arrive, what to bring and what not to bring.
4. Pay only the official fee through official channels. Keep every receipt and slip.
5. Go early on exam day. If you arrive late, the loss is yours.

Beware of agents

Every year, some people lose money to agents. If someone asks for extra money to put you in a “good centre” or to change your score, walk away. Nobody can pass JAMB for you. It is a scam, and exam cheating is against the law.

What to do while you wait

• Make sure your NIN, phone number and email are correct and working.
• Choose your course and school early.
• Practise on a computer, not only on paper. The UTME is computer-based, so you should get used to it.
• Start studying now. See our study tips.

What a good exam day looks like

You cannot control the centre, but you can control yourself. Here is a calm plan for the night before and the morning of the exam.

• Night before: Pack your slip, a pen if allowed, and your ID. Check the time you must arrive. Sleep early. Do not study all night.
• Morning: Eat something light. Leave home early. Allow extra time for traffic and for checks at the gate.
• At the centre: Follow the staff. Do not carry what you were told not to carry. Stay calm when you sit down.
• If something goes wrong: If your computer hangs or the light goes off, raise your hand and tell the staff at once. Do not try to fix it yourself.

Mistakes students make with centres

Learn from the mistakes of others, so you do not repeat them.

• Picking a centre only because it is close. Close is good, but a good centre is better.
• Trusting a friend’s story. A centre that was fine last year may not be fine this year. Check again.
• Paying cash with no receipt. Without proof, you cannot complain later.
• Never seeing the centre before exam day. A short visit can save you from stress.
• Arriving at the last minute. Small delays on the road can cost you your seat.

Frequently asked questions

When will JAMB 2027 registration start?

JAMB has not announced it. Wait for the official notice on its website.

Can I choose any centre?

You normally choose a centre when you register. This year, expect to choose from JAMB’s approved list once it comes out.

How much is the 2027 form?

It is not announced. The 2026 prices above are old, so do not pay anyone based on them.

What if my centre has a problem on exam day?

Tell the staff at once and write down what happened. After the exam, report it to JAMB through its official channels with your details.

Can I change my centre after I register?

The notice we saw does not say. When registration opens, read JAMB’s rules, and ask only through official channels.

Read more in our JAMB guides. If you spot a mistake, please contact us and we will fix it.