FG Proposes March 15–25 for 2027 UTME, Moves to Harmonise School Examination Timetables

By OGB News Desk | October 16, 2026

The Federal Government has proposed a coordinated timetable for Nigeria’s major examinations in 2027, with the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) proposed for March 15–25, 2027 .

The plan targets the release of school-leaving examination results by August 2027 to support tertiary admission processes from September. These dates remain proposed , subject to final announcements by the examination bodies.

Proposed 2027 Examination Timetable

Examination

Proposed dates

Target result release

JAMB UTME

March 15–25, 2027

March 2027

NECO SSCE

April 1–May 14, 2027

August 2027

WAEC WASSCE

May 11–June 18, 2027

August 2027

NABTEB

June 1–July 5, 2027

August 2027

NBAIS

June 10–July 9, 2027

August 2027

The proposed schedule was outlined in a government statement dated October 14, following discussions involving the Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Sa’id Ahmad, and representatives of examination bodies.

The discussions focused on improving coordination, reducing examination clashes and ensuring timely results.

What Does This Mean for Candidates?

Candidates should begin organising their preparation early while awaiting final timetables.

For students planning to write UTME alongside school-leaving examinations, OGBAdmissionHub recommends a study plan that gives adequate attention to both. A good JAMB score does not replace the O’Level subjects and grades required for a chosen programme.

Students should also distinguish between examination dates, registration dates and result-release targets . These are separate announcements.

Has JAMB Announced Registration Dates?

The harmonisation statement does not provide a 2027 UTME registration opening date . Candidates should await JAMB’s official registration notice rather than assume that the proposed examination dates mean registration has started.

How to Prepare Now

Confirm your subjects: check the requirements for your intended course and institution before registration.

Practise CBT: improve your speed, accuracy and confidence through regular timed practice.

Review your O’Level requirements: identify the subjects and grades you need for your preferred programme.

Follow official updates: use examination bodies’ final announcements when making registration and examination plans.

Visit the OGBAdmissionHub UTME Eligibility Checker to review your planned subjects and course choices.

You can also prepare using OGB CBT Practice and follow our WhatsApp channel for admission updates.