UTME 2026 Candidate Goes Viral with Exam Schedule and Reprinting Fee Details
A Nigerian candidate registered for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) has sparked widespread discussion online after sharing her examination schedule and the amount she paid for reprinting her JAMB slip. The post, made on TikTok by a user identified as @everyvoicenews, quickly garnered attention from fellow examinees and social media users.
Candidate Details Her UTME Schedule and Reprinting Costs
In her viral TikTok video, the candidate announced that she was scheduled to write her UTME on April 17th at 9:30 AM. She also revealed that she paid N1,000 to reprint her JAMB slip at a business centre located in Agbor, Delta State. Her caption read: "Breaking news…1k for reprinting for those asking, Other place na 2k. Hey Jambite meet your mate, I’m April 17th, 9:30." This disclosure highlighted the varying costs associated with reprinting services across different locations.
Social Media Reactions and Shared Experiences
The post prompted a flood of responses from other UTME candidates who shared their own exam schedules and reprinting experiences. Many commented on the differences in fees and methods used to obtain their slips. For instance, one user named Star mentioned: "I did my reprinting myself in chrome with my phone and then saved it as photo before taking it to the cafe to photo copy it for 3h and my exam centre is in my area, I even stroll down there yesterday to observe it." Another user, eliana bliss, humorously noted paying only 200 naira for reprinting but telling her parents a much higher amount to collect extra money.
Other reactions included:
- Pascx expressed surprise, saying: "so this wan write jamb sef and I was thinking she was a Graduate."
- GOLD GLITTER shared: "Mine is 300, then my jamb na on 18th, 12pm."
- justiye commented: "I have been following ur update and we turn out to get same date and time."
- ༆?????ℕ?༆ added: "In my place is 300 naira for the reprinting."
These interactions underscored the communal aspect of the UTME process, with candidates exchanging tips and sympathizing over logistical challenges.
Background on JAMB's Revised Timetable for UTME 2026
This viral post comes amid recent announcements from the Joint Admissions Matriculation Board (JAMB) regarding the 2026 UTME. JAMB has introduced a revised timetable with an adjusted session structure, just days before the examination is set to commence nationwide. The UTME is scheduled to begin this week across accredited Computer-Based Test centres, adding urgency to candidates' preparations and concerns about exam logistics.
In related news, Legit.ng reported that another UTME candidate cried out online after seeing the scheduled location for her exam, questioning netizens about the place and receiving various reactions. This highlights ongoing issues some candidates face with centre allocations and accessibility.
The viral post by the 2026 UTME candidate not only sheds light on individual experiences but also reflects broader trends in education and technology use among Nigerian youth. As candidates navigate the examination process, such social media exchanges provide a platform for support and information sharing, emphasizing the human interest angle of standardized testing in the digital age.
