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