"New technology and oversight measures are being deployed to ensure that 2026 UTME registration and processes remain free of manipulation."
To safeguard the 2026 admission process, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has intensified its surveillance and monitoring of Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the country. According to the registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, the board has implemented compulsory, high-tech monitoring tools, including Microsoft and Digitech Live Cameras, to capture secondary images of candidates during registration. This measure is a direct response to irregularities detected during the 2025 registration cycle, aiming to eliminate identity theft and impersonation.
JAMB officials have stated that any centre whose activities cannot be remotely verified from the National Headquarters in Abuja will not receive payment for services, and their registrations will be immediately invalidated. This 'zero-tolerance' approach is intended to provide a level playing field for all applicants. The board is also collaborating with security agencies to monitor centres for potential collusion between staff and candidates.
For students, this means that the registration process is more secure but requires strict adherence to provided guidelines. Candidates are urged to register only at Board-approved centres, which can be verified on the official JAMB portal. Furthermore, students should avoid engaging in any activity that could be flagged as exam malpractice. As the 2026 session advances toward the post-UTME and physical screening phases, students are advised to keep their registration credentials secure and monitor their email for official communications regarding their admission status and departmental requirements.
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