The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced a significant policy shift for the upcoming 2026 Mock-UTME. In a move to provide candidates with more comprehensive practice, JAMB extends 2026 mock UTME to 4 hours, effectively doubling the previous examination time.
Scheduled for this Saturday, March 28, 2026, the mock exam will now feature a “Dual Session” format. This change aims to test the endurance of candidates and the stability of the CBT centers’ systems under prolonged use.
The New 4-Hour Mock Structure
Candidates will no longer sit for a single two-hour paper. Instead, the 2026 Mock-UTME will consist of two consecutive sessions:
- First Session (2 Hours): Focusing on the standard four-subject combination.
- Mandatory Break (30 Minutes): A short interval for candidates to stretch and refresh.
- Second Session (2 Hours): A specialized “Speed and Accuracy” test designed by JAMB to simulate high-pressure scenarios.
Mandatory Attendance and Potential Sanctions
In a statement released on Monday, March 23, the JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, emphasized that participation is no longer just “optional practice” for those who registered.
Because JAMB extends 2026 mock UTME to 4 hours, the board has invested more resources into the exercise. Consequently, any candidate who registered for the mock but fails to show up may face sanctions, including a potential delay in the release of their main UTME results in April.
How to Prepare for the 4-Hour Session
The transition to a four-hour exam requires mental stamina. Here is how you should prepare:
- Reprint Your Mock Slip: JAMB has updated the portal. Visit slipsprinting.jamb.gov.ng to print the “Dual-Session” version of your slip.
- Stamina Training: Use the DTW JAMB CBT App to practice taking two full-length exams back-to-back.
- Nutrition: Since you will be in the hall for over four hours, ensure you eat a sustainable, light meal before arriving at the center.
Why This Change Matters
By extending the mock, JAMB is ensuring that students are fully prepared for any technical or physical challenges they might face during the main 2026 UTME. It also allows the board to verify that all CBT centers can maintain power and network stability for an extended duration.
Stay tuned to this blog for more live updates as we approach the mock exam date this Saturday!
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