2017 jamb utme news
Here are some news updates related to the 2017 JAMB UTME:
JAMB 2017 UTME Results Released
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) released the results of the 2017 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) on June 15, 2017. The results were released after a thorough verification process to ensure the integrity of the examination.
JAMB 2017 UTME Cut-Off Marks
The JAMB 2017 UTME cut-off marks were announced on June 16, 2017. The cut-off marks varied from institution to institution, with some institutions setting their cut-off marks as low as 150, while others set theirs as high as 250.
JAMB 2017 UTME Statistics
According to JAMB, a total of 1,794,579 candidates registered for the 2017 UTME, while 1,662,571 candidates sat for the examination. The overall pass rate was 45.6%, with 756,419 candidates scoring 150 and above.
JAMB 2017 UTME Issues and Controversies
The 2017 JAMB UTME was not without its issues and controversies. Some of the issues included:
- Technical glitches: Some candidates experienced technical glitches during the examination, which led to delays and frustration.
- Malpractice: There were reports of malpractice during the examination, with some candidates caught cheating.
- Cancellation of results: JAMB cancelled the results of some candidates who were involved in malpractice.
JAMB 2017 UTME Admission Process
After the release of the UTME results, the admission process began. Candidates who scored 150 and above were eligible to participate in the admission process. The process involved a combination of the UTME score, O'Level results, and post-UTME screening (where applicable).
JAMB 2017 UTME Post-UTME Screening
Some institutions conducted post-UTME screening for candidates who scored below the cut-off mark. The screening was used to further assess the candidates' suitability for admission into the institution.
JAMB 2017 UTME Admission List
The admission lists for the 2017 JAMB UTME were released by institutions in batches. Candidates who were admitted were required to accept or reject the offer of admission within a specified timeframe.
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