Key takeaways
- A record turnout — the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has registered 2,243,816 candidates for the 2026 UTME, underscoring intense competition for university places and the need for smart exam preparation.
- Top-line figures and state highlights JAMB 2026 UTME registrations reached a nationwide total of 2,243,816 candidates.
- Leading states by volume include Lagos (321,814), Kaduna (303,498), FCT Abuja (302,963), and Ogun (137,156).
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