2018 utme new accreditation and requirements

Here are the new accreditation and requirements for the 2018 UTME:

Accreditation:

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has accredited 1,652 Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the country for the 2018 UTME.

Requirements:

To be eligible to sit for the 2018 UTME, candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Age: Candidates must be at least 16 years old by December 31st, 2018.
2. O'Level Results: Candidates must have at least five (5) credit passes in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics, at not more than two (2) sittings.
3. UTME Subjects: Candidates must choose three (3) subjects from the list of subjects offered by JAMB.
4. UTME Score: Candidates must score a minimum of 180 in the UTME to be eligible for admission.
5. Admission Requirements: Candidates must meet the admission requirements of their chosen institution and course.

New Requirements:

1. Biometric Data Capture: Candidates will be required to provide biometric data, including fingerprints and facial recognition, during the registration process.
2. Online Registration: Candidates will register online and upload their scanned documents, including passport photograph, O'Level results, and other required documents.
3. Payment: Candidates will pay a non-refundable fee of N7,500 for the UTME registration.
4. Mock Test: JAMB will conduct a mock test for candidates who register for the UTME, to help them familiarize themselves with the CBT format.
5. Admission Processing: Institutions will process admission based on the UTME scores, O'Level results, and other admission requirements.

Important Dates:

1. Registration Period: April 10th, 2018, to May 31st, 2018.
2. Mock Test: May 1st, 2018, to May 31st, 2018.
3. UTME Examination: June 16th, 2018, to June 26th, 2018.
4. Admission Processing: July 2018 to October 2018.

Please note that these dates are subject to change, and candidates are advised to check the JAMB website regularly for updates.