Speculations have continued to circulate among candidates about a possible extension of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) registration.
Many prospective candidates have been asking: Will JAMB extend 2026 UTME registration?
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has now provided a clear and official response.
This development is part of the JAMB 2026 UTME latest news update released by the examination body.
JAMB Confirms No Extension
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially ruled out any extension of the closing date for the 2026 UTME registration. According to the Board, The JAMB registration closing date 2026 remains unchanged, and no additional time will be granted beyond the announced date.
JAMB disclosed that about one million candidates have successfully registered for the ongoing exercise. The Board also noted that its examination timetable is tightly scheduled, making any extension practically impossible. It explained that its operational calendar is carefully aligned with those of other national examination bodies, and extending the registration period would disrupt this coordinated schedule.
Registration Deadline and Key Dates
The Board confirmed that the sale of ePINs will end on February 26, 2026, while the final registration deadline is February 28, 2026. Candidates who have already purchased their ePINs but are yet to complete their registration are advised to finalize the process before the closing date.
JAMB expressed concern over the low turnout of candidates at some accredited CBT centres, stating that many applicants are delaying the completion of their registration despite having obtained their ePINs.
Warning to Candidates
JAMB has warned candidates against relying on rumours suggesting a possible deadline extension. The Board emphasized that there will be no shift in the registration timeline and urged all prospective candidates to avoid last-minute rush.
Candidates are therefore strongly advised to complete their registration immediately to avoid missing the opportunity to sit for the 2026 UTME.
This serves as an important JAMB CBT registration update for all candidates yet to complete their application process.
For official announcements and further updates, candidates are advised to visit the JAMB official website.