2026 JAMB Mock Exam: Date, Eligibility, and What Candidates Should Know
Summary
JAMB 2026 Mock Exam holds March 28, 2026. Learn who is eligible, how to print your slip, and preparation tips for the CBT practice examination.
2026 JAMB Mock Exam: Date, Eligibility, and What Candidates Should Know
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has scheduled the 2026 Mock UTME examination for Saturday, March 28, 2026. This pre-examination test helps candidates familiarize themselves with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) environment before the main UTME.
What is the JAMB Mock Exam?
The mock examination is a voluntary pre-UTME test that allows candidates to:
- Experience the actual CBT environment
- Assess their level of preparation
- Get familiar with the examination interface and navigation
- Identify areas that need more preparation
Important: The mock exam score is NOT added to your main UTME score. It serves purely as a practice opportunity.
2026 JAMB Mock Exam Date
The mock examination will hold on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Who is Eligible?
Only candidates who:
- Registered for the 2026 JAMB UTME
- Indicated interest in the mock exam during the first wave of registration
If you did not indicate interest during registration, you cannot participate in the mock exam.
How to Print Your Mock Exam Slip
When JAMB activates slip printing (check back closer to the exam date):
- Visit JAMB Mock Slip Printing Portal
- Enter your JAMB Registration Number or Email
- Click "Print Examination Slip"
- Your slip will show your exam venue and time
Main UTME Examination Schedule
The 2026 UTME main examination is scheduled for April 16-26, 2026.
How to Prepare for the Mock Exam
While waiting for the mock exam:
- Practice with CBT software that simulates the JAMB environment
- Review past questions across all your subjects
- Time yourself during practice sessions
- Focus on weak areas identified during practice
Preparing for UTME? Practice with past questions using Ulearngo UTME - an offline CBT platform with timer-based exams that simulate the real JAMB environment. The interface is designed to match the actual JAMB CBT system, helping you become comfortable with navigation before exam day.
Tips for Mock Exam Day
- Arrive at your centre at least 30 minutes early
- Bring your mock exam slip and valid ID
- Do not bring prohibited items (phones, calculators, etc.)
- Note the CBT interface layout, timer position, and navigation buttons
- If your screen hangs, press F5 or alert an invigilator
