"Punch Newspapers confirms the final mop-up date for candidates who missed the 2026 UTME main exercise."
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has confirmed that the final mop-up examination for the 2026 UTME will take place on June 13, 2026. This announcement provides a critical lifeline for thousands of students who were unable to participate in the initial examination window held in April due to system crashes and biometric verification hurdles at various CBT centres across the country.
Experts have advised that affected candidates should re-print their examination slips closer to the date to see the exact time and location assigned for their mop-up session. It is critical that all candidates check the official JAMB portal to confirm their status, as the board will not accept claims of missing the examination after this deadline has passed.
Education stakeholders have lauded this decision, noting that it reflects the board's commitment to ensuring no qualified candidate is unfairly disenfranchised from the higher education system due to technical inadequacies. Parents and guardians are encouraged to support their wards in checking for these updates and preparing appropriately for the rescheduled examination. As the admission cycle progresses, keeping track of these official dates remains the single most important task for prospective students in 2026.
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