JAMB 2026 Prohibited Items List & Biometric Verification Guidelines for UTME Candidates

 


The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released a comprehensive list of 23 banned items. Candidates found with any of these items will not be allowed to sit for the UTME.

❌ Items NOT Allowed into the Exam Hall:

  • Wristwatches
  • Pens/Biros
  • Mobile phones or any electronic devices
  • Spy reading glasses
  • Calculators or similar devices
  • USB drives, CDs, hard disks, or storage devices
  • Books or any reading/writing materials
  • Cameras
  • Recorders
  • Microphones
  • Earpieces
  • Ink/pen readers
  • Smart lenses
  • Smart rings/jewelry
  • Smart buttons
  • Bluetooth devices
  • Key holders
  • ATM cards
  • Erasers
  • Bangles
  • Rings
  • Necklaces
  • Wallets/Purses

✅ Approved Items for JAMB 2026 UTME

Candidates are only allowed to bring:

  • HB Pencil
  • Printed JAMB Exam Slip

⚠️ Important Warning

  • Any candidate caught with prohibited items will be disqualified immediately.
  • Examination officials or security personnel found with banned items will face strict disciplinary actions for exam malpractice.

šŸ” JAMB 2026 Biometric Verification Guidelines

Biometric verification is mandatory for all candidates and serves as the only valid method of entry into the exam hall.

šŸ“Œ Key Instructions:

  1. Biometric verification is compulsory for entry into the CBT centre.
  2. Candidates who cannot be verified must be recaptured at the centre before leaving.
  3. Only genuine biometric issues will be considered for further review.
  4. There will be no manual attendance register—biometric data serves as attendance.
  5. Photo albums will contain only candidate images without attendance markings.
  6. All officials and security agents must ensure strict compliance with JAMB rules.

šŸ“š JAMB CBT 2026 Preparation Tips

  • Practice with JAMB CBT Software and Mobile Apps
  • Attempt at least 5 full CBT tests daily
  • Cover up to 20 years of past questions before exam day
  • Join online student communities for updates and support

šŸ”Ž Final Advice for Candidates

  • Carefully review the list of prohibited items before heading to your exam centre
  • Arrive early to complete biometric verification smoothly
  • Follow all exam rules to avoid disqualification

Stay updated with official JAMB announcements and prepare effectively to succeed in the 2026 UTME exam.

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