ABUJA, Nigeria (VOICE OF NAIJA)-As candidates prepare to sit for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination scheduled to hold from Thursday, April 16 to Saturday, April 25, 2026, it is important for them to understand the dos and don’ts guiding the exercise.
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has outlined strict regulations aimed at preserving the integrity of the examination.
Candidates are strongly advised to comply fully with these guidelines, as any violation may lead to disqualification and/or prosecution.
The rules are as provided on JAMB’s official website.
Examination misconduct codes, descriptions and penalties
Code A: No e-registration slip/examination slip
Penalty: Cancellation of result.
Code B: Possession of calculator or similar electronic devices in the examination hall
Penalty: Cancellation of result and prosecution.
Code C: Spying
Penalty: Cancellation of result.
Code D: Impersonation
Penalty: Cancellation of result, 2-year ban and prosecution of the candidate.
Code E: Swapping examination details/documents
Penalty: Cancellation of result.
Code F: Possession of USB, CD, hard disk or similar storage devices
Penalty: Cancellation of result and prosecution.
Code G: Violent/unruly behaviour to examiners
Penalty: Cancellation of result, expulsion from the examination hall, prosecution and 3-year
Ban.
Code H: Lateness to the examination hall
Penalty: Cancellation of result.
Code I: Possession of wristwatch
Penalty: Cancellation of result and prosecution.
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Code J: Possession of mobile phone or similar electronic devices
Penalty: Cancellation of result and prosecution.
Code K: Colluding with other candidates/examiners/external agents
Penalty: Cancellation of result, 3-year ban and prosecution.
Code L: Entering/leaving the examination hall without permission
Penalty: Cancellation of result.
Code M: Widespread/mass cheating
Penalty: Cancellation of result and prosecution.
Code N: Copying from unauthorized materials
Penalty: Cancellation of result and prosecution.
Code P: Tampering with/doctoring result/processing of released result
Penalty: Cancellation of result, 3-year ban and prosecution for forgery.
These penalties are enforced under the Examination Malpractice Act.
Prohibited items
Possession of any of these items may result in disqualification or the penalties outlined above.
- Wristwatches
- Pen/biros
- Mobile phones or similar electronic devices
- Spy reading glasses (which should be scrutinised)
- Calculators or similar electronic devices
- USBs, CDs, hard disks and/or similar storage devices
- Books or any reading/writing materials
- Cameras
- Recorders
- Microphones
- Earpieces
- Ink/pen readers
- Smart lenses
- Smart rings/jewellery
- Smart buttons
- Bluetooth devices
- Key holders
- ATM cards
- Erasers
- Bangles
- Rings
- Necklaces
- Wallets/purses
Additional reminders from JAMB
- No writing materials are allowed except ordinary HB pencils.
- Bags, purses, wallets and similar items are also banned.
- Strict biometric verification and screening will be conducted.
- Candidates should arrive early at their assigned centres with only permitted items.
The examination will take place across accredited CBT centres nationwide in four daily sessions, with the first session starting at 8:30 a.m.