When to Visit a JAMB CBT Centre After UTME Registration: After registering for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), many candidates are often confused about what comes next. One common question students ask is: “When should I return to the JAMB CBT centre after completing my UTME registration?” This guide explains everything you need to know about why and when you may need to revisit the CBT centre.
Whether it’s to reprint your exam slip, correct an error, or resolve login issues, we’ll cover all the possible scenarios.
Understanding the JAMB Registration Process
Before we dive in, it’s helpful to understand what happens during the initial JAMB registration. When you visit a CBT centre to register for UTME, you:
- Create or link your JAMB profile
- Input personal and academic information
- Select your preferred course and institution
- Choose your exam town
- Submit your O’level results or select “awaiting result“
- Get your photo and biometric data captured
- Receive a printout (registration slip)
This marks the end of the registration, but it’s not the end of the entire JAMB process.
So, When Should You Visit the CBT Centre Again?
Here are the main reasons why you might need to go back to a CBT centre after registration:
1. To Reprint Your Exam Slip
JAMB does not release exam dates and venues immediately after registration. Usually, a week before the UTME begins, you will be required to reprint your JAMB exam slip.
This slip contains your exact exam date, time, venue, and centre address. Although it can be printed online, some students prefer to go back to the CBT centre to avoid mistakes and ensure the details are correct.
2. To Make Corrections to Your Data
If you made a mistake during registration, you can correct it by going back to the CBT centre. You’re allowed to correct things like your name, date of birth, gender, state or local government of origin, chosen course, institution, subject combination, and passport photo.
Corrections are not free, so be prepared to pay a small fee. Also, some corrections can only be done once, so be careful and confirm everything before submission.
3. To Upload Your O’Level Result (If You Used Awaiting Result)
If you selected “awaiting result” during registration, you must upload your WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB result once it’s out. This is a critical step in the admission process because your result is required by both JAMB and your chosen institutions.
Visit a CBT centre as soon as your result is available to upload it. Don’t wait until schools begin their Post-UTME screenings — it could affect your admission chances.
4. To Solve Login Errors on the JAMB Portal
Some candidates find it difficult to log in to their JAMB profile after registration. This could be due to a wrong email link, forgotten password, or errors during profile creation.
If you’re getting “invalid email,” “profile not found,” or any other login error, return to the CBT centre. They can help you reset your password, recover your profile, or fix any linking issues between your email and JAMB account.
5. To Check Your Admission Status If You Can’t Access CAPS
CAPS (Central Admission Processing System) is where JAMB uploads your admission status. However, it sometimes becomes difficult to access for some students. The portal may show a blank page, an “access denied” error, or fail to load your profile.
If you can’t access your CAPS, go to a CBT centre. They can help you log in, check your admission status, and even print your admission letter if necessary.
6. To Fix Biometric Issues
Your fingerprints are very important in the JAMB process. If your biometric data was not properly captured during registration or there was an issue verifying it during the exam, JAMB may require you to come back for revalidation.
This step is necessary if you want your UTME result to be released or if you want to be considered for admission. If JAMB contacts you about this, don’t delay — go back to the CBT centre immediately.
7. To Change Institution or Course After UTME
After checking your UTME result, you may realize that your score is not enough for your chosen course or school. JAMB allows candidates to change their course or institution after the exam.
This change must be done at an accredited CBT centre, and it usually comes with a small fee. Many students take this opportunity to switch to less competitive courses or institutions where their chances of admission are higher.
8. To Print Original Result Slip or Admission Letter
Once you’ve been offered admission, JAMB expects you to print your original UTME result slip and admission letter. These documents are often needed during physical screening or clearance at your chosen institution.
You can do this online if you have access to a good printer, but many students prefer the CBT centre because of the quality and accuracy of the prints.
Difference between JAMB CBT center and a Cyber cafe
There’s a big difference between a JAMB CBT center and a Cyber Cafe.
– JAMB CBT Center: Accredited and approved by JAMB for UTME registration, admission, and other JAMB-related activities.
– Cyber Cafe: Just offers general computer services like printing, photocopying, browsing and typing.
When referring to a JAMB CBT center, it’s a place accredited by JAMB for JAMB-related activities, not just any place. Always visit a JAMB CBT center for JAMB-related matters.
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Conclusion
In conclusion, here’s a plain list of all the times you may need to visit a JAMB CBT centre after UTME registration:
To reprint your exam slip (1 week before the exam)
To correct mistakes on your registration (name, DOB, etc.)
To upload your O’level result if you used “awaiting result”
To fix login errors with your JAMB profile or email
To check your admission status if you can’t access CAPS
To revalidate or correct biometric issues
To change your course or institution after checking your result
To print your original result slip and admission letter
Each of these steps is important in your admission journey. Don’t ignore them. Stay updated by checking your email, SMS, and the JAMB portal regularly. And when in doubt, always visit an accredited CBT centre for assistance.
Wishing you success in your UTME and admission process. If you have any questions you can drop it in the comment section below.
Sir, am seeing d7 in my screening print out instead of p7 in agriculture because it’s a NABTEB result ,I hope it will not affect my admission process?
But my WAEC is C6 in agriculture .