{
  "id": 19149974,
  "title": "2027 UTME: JAMB lists six-point preparation checklist for candidates",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/2027-utme-jamb-lists-six-point-preparation-checklist-for-candidates",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-09T12:32:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/2027-utme-jamb-lists-six-point-preparation-checklist-for-candidates/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released a six-point checklist for candidates preparing for the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The steps aim to help candidates stay organized, prepare effectively, and avoid common mistakes during the registration and admission process. JAMB advised candidates to verify their National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) biodata, obtain a registered phone number and active email address, decide on their preferred courses and institutions, and select the appropriate subject combinations. Candidates should also ensure they have the necessary information ready and follow official announcements from JAMB and other examination bodies. JAMB urged prospective candidates to \"get informed, get prepared, get ready for your 2027 UTME.\"",
  "summary": "The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released a six-point preparation checklist for prospective candidates ahead of the 2027 UTME exercise. Read More: https://punchng.com/2027-utme-jamb-lists-six-point-preparation-checklist-for-candidates/",
  "key_points": [
    "Verify NIMC biodata for accuracy",
    "Obtain registered phone number and email",
    "Choose preferred courses and institutions"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}