FULL JAMB CBT INSTRUCTIONS

Before the Exam

• Print your JAMB slip (contains date, time, and center)
• Go to your CBT center at least 1 hour early
• Bring:
  • Your registration slip
  • Acceptable ID (if required)
• Do NOT bring:
  • Phones
  • Smart watches
  • Bags or unauthorized materials

At the CBT Centre

• You’ll be assigned a computer system
• Login details will be given (or already set)
• A supervisor will guide you briefly

Exam Format

• 4 subjects total
• Usually 180 questions
• Duration: 2 hours (120 minutes)

How to Use the CBT System

Keyboard Controls

• A, B, C, D → Select answer
• ← / → (Arrow keys) → Move between questions
• Enter → Confirm answer
• Backspace → Remove selected answer

Mouse Controls

• Click options to answer
• Click:
  • Next → Go forward
  • Previous → Go back
  • Flag → Mark for review

On the Screen You Will See

• Question number
• Answer options (A–D)
• Timer counting down ⏳
• Question palette (shows answered/unanswered)

Important Exam Rules

• No negative marking (attempt all questions)
• Once time ends, the system submits automatically
• You can change answers anytime before submission
• Stay calm—technical support is available if issues occur

TIPS TO SCORE HIGH IN JAMB

1. Master the Syllabus

• Focus only on what JAMB sets
• Avoid reading outside scope unnecessarily

2. Practice CBT Regularly

• Use past questions on computer
• Get familiar with timing and navigation

3. Time Management Strategy

• Spend ~30–40 seconds per question
• Don’t get stuck—skip and return later

4. Answer Smart

• Attempt all questions (no penalty)
• Use elimination method to guess wisely

5. Use the “Flag” Feature

• Mark difficult questions
• Return after finishing easier ones

6. Focus on Key Subjects

• Your course-relevant subjects matter most
• Aim higher in them for better admission chances

 7. Stay Calm During Exam

• Don’t panic if questions seem hard
• Many candidates feel the same

8. Exam Day Preparation

• Sleep well the night before
• Eat light food
• Arrive early to avoid stress

9. Avoid Common Mistakes

• Don’t rush and submit early
• Don’t leave questions unanswered
• Don’t depend on malpractice (very risky)

10. Final Winning Strategy

• Start with your strongest subject
• Build confidence early
• Maintain steady speed till the end