Are you preparing for the 2025/2026 JAMB UTME and wondering how to check your exam center, date, and time online? The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) conducts the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), a crucial test for Nigerian students seeking admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
Knowing your JAMB exam details early helps you plan ahead, avoid last-minute stress, and ensure a smooth exam day experience. In this guide, we’ll show you how to check your JAMB center, date, and time online using different methods, including email, JAMB portal, and SMS. We’ll also provide tips on printing your JAMB exam slip for the 2025/2026 session.
How to Check Your JAMB Exam Center, Date, and Time Online for 2025/2026
1. Checking JAMB Exam Details via Email
JAMB sends exam slips to candidates via the email address used during registration. Here’s how to check:
- Log in to your email (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.).
- Search for an email from JAMB with the subject: “UTME 2025/2026 Examination Slip.”
- Download the attached PDF (your exam slip).
- Open the file to view your exam center, date, time, and subject combination.
💡 Tip: If you don’t see the email, check your spam/junk folder.
2. Checking JAMB Exam Details via JAMB Portal
If you didn’t receive an email, follow these steps to check via the JAMB portal:
- Visit the official JAMB portal: https://portal.jamb.gov.ng
- Click on “UTME 2025/2026 Examination Slip Printing.”
- Enter your JAMB registration number, email, or phone number.
- Click “Print Examination Slip” to view your details.
- Download and print a copy for reference.
🔹 Note: You’ll need a stable internet connection to avoid errors.
3. Checking JAMB Exam Details via SMS
JAMB also sends exam details via SMS to registered phone numbers. Here’s how it works:
- Wait for an SMS from 55019 (JAMB’s official number).
- The message will follow this format:
“JAMB/REG/1234567890/CENTER/DATE/TIME”
(Where 1234567890 = your JAMB registration number).
- Save the message for future reference.
📌 Important: If you don’t receive an SMS, use the JAMB portal or email method instead.
How to Print Your JAMB Exam Slip for 2025/2026
Your JAMB exam slip is required at the exam center for verification. Follow these steps to print it:
- Access your slip via email, JAMB portal, or SMS.
- Download the PDF (if using email or portal).
- Print in color on an A4-sized paper.
- Keep it safe until your exam day.
⚠ Warning: Do not laminate the slip—some centers reject laminated copies.
Tips for Checking JAMB Exam Details Successfully
✔ Check early (at least one week before the exam) to avoid last-minute issues.
✔ Verify all details (exam center, date, time, subjects) for accuracy.
✔ Use multiple methods (email, portal, SMS) to confirm your details.
✔ Print multiple copies of your exam slip in case of loss or damage.
✔ Contact JAMB support if you notice any errors in your details.
We wish you success in your 2025/2026 UTME! If you found this guide helpful, share it with other candidates. 🚀
