Jamb news update on admission
Here's a news update on admission:
JAMB Releases 2023 UTME Results, 1.4 Million Candidates Score 200 and Above
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2023 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). According to the board, a total of 1,432,851 candidates scored 200 and above, while 1,143,344 candidates scored 180 and above.
The results were released on the JAMB website, and candidates can check their results online using their registration numbers.
JAMB Introduces New Admission Process
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced a new admission process for the 2023/2024 academic session. The new process, which is designed to reduce the stress and uncertainty associated with admission, allows candidates to apply for admission to multiple institutions and programs simultaneously.
Under the new process, candidates will be able to apply for admission to up to six institutions and programs of their choice. The board will then conduct a centralized admission process, taking into account the candidates' scores and preferences.
JAMB Warns Against Fake Admission Offers
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has warned candidates against falling prey to fake admission offers. The board has received reports of some individuals and organizations offering fake admission to unsuspecting candidates.
JAMB has advised candidates to be cautious and not to pay any money to anyone claiming to offer them admission. The board has also warned that any candidate who accepts a fake admission offer will be disqualified from the admission process.
JAMB Introduces New Subject Combinations
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has introduced new subject combinations for the 2023 UTME. The new combinations are designed to provide candidates with more options and flexibility in their choice of subjects.
The new subject combinations include:
- English Language, Mathematics, and any other three subjects
- English Language, Mathematics, and any other two subjects, plus a third subject of the candidate's choice
- English Language, Mathematics, and any other two subjects, plus a third subject of the candidate's choice, and a fourth subject of the candidate's choice
JAMB Announces New Admission Quota
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a new admission quota for the 2023/2024 academic session. The quota, which is designed to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to gain admission, allows each institution to admit a maximum of 50% of its quota.
The new quota is expected to reduce the competition for admission and provide more opportunities for candidates to gain admission to their preferred institutions.
I hope this news update is helpful!