"Punch Newspapers confirms the final mop-up examination date for 2026 UTME candidates facing logistical issues."
The Punch Newspaper reports that the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has finalized its plans for the 2026 UTME mop-up examination, scheduled for June 13, 2026. This administrative action is the final step in the board's efforts to ensure that every eligible candidate who suffered from genuine technical interruptions during the April examination period is given a fair chance at success.
This mop-up is restricted to specific categories of students. Candidates who were scheduled for the original exam but were blocked by major facility failures are the primary focus. The board has warned candidates against fraudulent claims, noting that all registration logs are subject to forensic verification. Any student attempting to misrepresent their status or forge documentation will be disqualified from the admission process entirely.
Students are urged to verify their status immediately on the JAMB portal. With the academic session for 2026/2027 set to commence shortly after the results of this final phase are released, time is of the essence. Admission officers across the country are expected to begin their screening processes as soon as the mop-up results are integrated into the central admission system. Parents and guardians are cautioned to avoid scammers who claim to offer 'guaranteed' admission or improved scores through unauthorized channels during this period.
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