JAMB Warns UTME Candidates Against Non-Disclosure of Previous Admissions
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a final warning to candidates of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), urging them to truthfully disclose any previous admissions, as failure to do so could lead to disqualification.
In a statement released on Monday, the examination body clarified that candidates who had earlier secured admission into tertiary institutions but later withdrew would not be penalised, provided such information is fully and honestly declared during the registration process.
JAMB explained that the policy is part of efforts to ensure transparency and integrity in the nation’s admission process, stressing that the disclosure requirement is not intended to unfairly exclude candidates.
According to the Board, candidates are expected to verify their admission status on the JAMB Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) before proceeding with UTME registration, in order to avoid errors or omissions that could jeopardise their chances.
“Disclosure does not automatically disqualify any candidate,” the Board stated. “However, dishonesty, misrepresentation or deliberate concealment of previous admission records will attract sanctions.”
JAMB further advised candidates to carefully review all information supplied during registration, noting that inconsistencies discovered at any stage of the admission process could result in the forfeiture of offers already granted.
Reiterating its commitment to fairness, the Board emphasised that transparency remains central to its operations and called on candidates to adhere strictly to the guidelines.
“Honesty remains the safest path for every admission seeker,” the statement concluded.
The warning comes amid heightened scrutiny of admission procedures, as JAMB continues to deploy technological measures to curb irregularities and promote equity in access to tertiary education across the country.
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Mr Sam read Mass Communication, graduating all with Distinction in National Diploma, Higher National Diploma and Postgraduate Diploma at IMT, Enugu and Madonna University, Okija, Anambra state, as well as M.Sc Mass Communication with Second Class(Upper Division) at National Open University of Nigeria.
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