2020 2021 jamb news

Here are some important updates and news related to the 2020 and 2021 JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) examination:

2020 JAMB News

  1. JAMB Extends Registration Deadline: In February 2020, JAMB extended the registration deadline for the 2020 UTME from February 16 to February 21.
  2. JAMB Introduces New CBT Centres: In March 2020, JAMB introduced 500 new Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres across the country to reduce congestion and improve the examination experience.
  3. JAMB Warns Against Fake Results: In April 2020, JAMB warned candidates against presenting fake results, saying that anyone found guilty would be disqualified from the examination.
  4. JAMB Releases 2020 UTME Results: In May 2020, JAMB released the results of the 2020 UTME, with over 1.9 million candidates participating in the examination.

2021 JAMB News

  1. JAMB Announces 2021 UTME Dates: In December 2020, JAMB announced that the 2021 UTME would hold from June 5 to June 19, 2021.
  2. JAMB Introduces New Biometric Verification: In January 2021, JAMB introduced a new biometric verification system to ensure the integrity of the examination process.
  3. JAMB Warns Against Exam Malpractice: In February 2021, JAMB warned candidates against exam malpractice, saying that anyone found guilty would be disqualified and face other penalties.
  4. JAMB Releases 2021 UTME Results: In July 2021, JAMB released the results of the 2021 UTME, with over 1.7 million candidates participating in the examination.

Other Important Updates

  1. JAMB Introduces New Policy on Change of Course/Institution: In 2020, JAMB introduced a new policy allowing candidates to change their course or institution after the UTME examination.
  2. JAMB Introduces New Policy on Admission: In 2021, JAMB introduced a new policy allowing candidates to accept or reject admission offers from universities.

Please note that these are just some of the important updates and news related to JAMB in 2020 and 2021. If you're looking for more information or specific updates, I recommend checking the official JAMB website or other reliable sources.