Why JAMB Candidates Must Locate Their Exam Centres Before Exam Day
Summary
JAMB 2025 UTME candidates must locate exam centres 1-2 days before their exam date. Learn why early reconnaissance matters and how to avoid exam day stress.
Why JAMB Candidates Must Locate Their Exam Centres Before Exam Day
With the 2025 JAMB UTME examination starting April 24, many candidates are printing their exam slips and seeing their assigned centres for the first time. If you're planning to locate your centre on exam day morning, you're making a critical mistake that could cost you your exam.
Why Locating Your Centre Early Matters
JAMB assigns candidates to CBT centres based on their selected exam towns during registration. While this ensures you won't be sent across the country, it doesn't guarantee you know exactly where the centre is or how to get there.
What Can Go Wrong on Exam Day
- Wrong directions: Google Maps might show multiple routes, some longer than others
- Traffic delays: Exam days see heavy traffic around popular centres
- Wrong address: Some centres have similar names or are in confusing locations
- Transport issues: Buses may not go directly to less-known centres
- Stress and panic: Getting lost raises anxiety that affects exam performance
JAMB 2025 Exam Schedule
The exam runs from Thursday, April 24 to Monday, May 5, 2025. Your specific date and time are printed on your exam slip, which became available for printing on April 19, 2025.
How to Print Your Exam Slip
If you haven't printed your slip yet:
Method 1: JAMB Official Website
- Visit www.jamb.gov.ng
- Click "2025 UTME Slip Printing"
- Enter your registration number
- Download and print your slip
Method 2: E-facility Portal
- Visit efacility.jamb.gov.ng
- Log in with your registered email and password
- Access your exam slip
- Download and print
Step-by-Step Centre Location Guide
Step 1: Print Your Slip (If Not Done)
Your exam slip shows:
- Exam date and time
- CBT centre name and address
- Your registration number
- Reporting instructions
Step 2: Research the Centre Location
Once you have the address:
- Search the centre name on Google Maps
- Check if multiple locations appear (choose the correct town/area)
- Read Google reviews to confirm it's a JAMB CBT centre
- Note nearby landmarks mentioned in reviews
Step 3: Plan Your Route
Determine how you'll get there:
- If using public transport: identify which buses/routes go there
- If driving: check parking availability near the centre
- If using a taxi/ride service: save the exact address for easy booking
- Calculate travel time and add 30 minutes buffer for delays
Step 4: Physical Reconnaissance (Highly Recommended)
Visit the centre 1-2 days before your exam:
- Confirm the building and entrance
- Check opening hours (most centres open early on exam days)
- Identify where candidates queue or wait
- Note nearby eateries if you need to eat before the exam
- Find restroom locations if you arrive early
Arrival Time Requirements
JAMB requires candidates to arrive at least one hour before their scheduled exam time. This hour is for:
- Document verification
- Biometric confirmation
- Seating arrangement
- System login and setup
Important: Late arrivals are not accommodated. Missing your time slot means missing the entire exam with no rescheduling option.
Common Centre Location Mistakes
Assuming you know the area: Even familiar towns have centres in unexpected locations.
Relying only on Google Maps: Sometimes the pin is slightly off. Cross-reference with written directions.
Not checking the day before: Exam day morning reconnaissance is too late if you discover the centre is far or hard to find.
Not saving transport contacts: If using a specific taxi service, save their number in advance.
What to Do If Your Centre Is Far
If your assigned centre is distant within your selected town:
- Consider staying nearby the night before
- Arrange reliable transport the previous evening
- Leave extremely early to account for unexpected delays
- Have backup transport options (multiple taxi numbers, bus routes)
Need Exam Preparation?
Knowing your centre location is just one part of exam readiness. Practice with Ulearngo's JAMB past questions to ensure you're prepared for the actual test content.
Final Checklist
Before exam day:
- ✅ Print exam slip
- ✅ Locate centre on map
- ✅ Visit centre physically (if possible)
- ✅ Plan transport route
- ✅ Calculate departure time
- ✅ Save transport contacts
- ✅ Identify nearby landmarks
Source: JAMB official announcements and exam guidelines, April 2025
