Top UTME Scores May Not Open Admission Doors, JAMB Warns

• High UTME Scores Don’t Automatically Secure Admission

• Cut-off Marks and Program Demand Play Crucial Roles

• JAMB Explains UTME as a Selection Exercise, Not Pass-Fail

Eko Hot Blog reports that the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has shed light on why some candidates with high scores in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) might not secure admission.

According to JAMB spokesman Fabian Benjamin, admission hinges on the cut-off marks set by institutions and specific departments, not just candidates’ scores.

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“Admission is contingent upon the cut-off marks set by schools and specific departments,” Benjamin stated, clarifying a common misconception that high scores guarantee admission.

Moreover, he emphasized that the UTME serves as a selection exercise rather than a straightforward pass-fail assessment.

Benjamin explained, “Our examination is not a pass-fail examination; it is a selection exercise.”

Furthermore, he stressed that even candidates scoring 300 or above might not be admitted if the demand for their chosen program at a specific university is too high.

For instance, in the case of competitive courses like medicine, a score of 320 might not suffice for admission into top universities like the University of Lagos due to high applicant volume and limited slots.

Conversely, candidates aiming for less competitive courses or institutions might gain admission with scores significantly lower than 200.

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Overall, JAMB’s clarification highlights the importance of understanding the nuances of the UTME and admission process, which goes beyond merely achieving high scores.

Additionally, it underscores the need for candidates to carefully consider their choices and the competitiveness of their desired programs.

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