Do you want to gain admission into your dream department, to pursue the career of your choice?
In Nigeria, one of the requirements for gaining admission into a federal or state tertiary institution is meeting the JAMB cut-off requirements for your chosen course.
But with the growing number of aspirants seeking admission, you’ll want to maximize your chances, right? Do that by following these 10 Legit Strategies for getting a high score in JAMB UTME!
Why Do you Need a High Score in JAMB UTME?
With the population growth and increased educational awareness in Nigeria, many citizens are seeking admission into tertiary institutions. But the slots are limited!
One of the things that will help guarantee you getting one of those limited admission slots is a high score in JAMB UTME. This is because admissions are given based on qualifications and availability of slots. Afterall, UTME is designed to not only test your knowledge, but your aptitude, speed and accuracy.
It only makes sense that the candidates with the highest scores are considered for admission first, right?
Read: Ultimate Guide for Success in JAMB UTME
10 Legit Strategies to Get a High Score in JAMB UTME
So, now you know that it’s important to get a high UTME score… But how?
Below are 10 legit strategies you can use to get a high JAMB UTME score. They include tips that you can implement before and even during the UTME exam:
Before Your JAMB UTME:
- Cover the JAMB Syllabus
Even in secondary school, some of your teachers give areas of concentration, right? You’ll notice that passing those subjects after studying the given areas is so much easier!
The same principle can be applied to JAMB UTME. Consult the JAMB Syllabus and brochure to get an idea on where to focus when studying for JAMB. They are both usually given to candidates during the JAMB registration, and can even be downloaded online.
In any case, start early and don’t procrastinate. Read: How to Fight Procrastination and Engage in Productive Studying
- Practise JAMB UTME Questions: Practice makes perfect, even in JAMB. Practising past questions and using CBT software gives you a higher chance of passing your actual JAMB Exam. You can source for past question booklets from the market, and install CBT software on your phone or computer.
And don’t just study hard; study right. Design a working study timetable which will help you assimilate and retain maximum knowledge.
By the way, did you know that UTME questions are usually Repeated across years? Solving familiar questions increases your speed and accuracy, therefore you should endeavour to get used to JAMB questions. You never know how many of them might appear in your exam!
While Writing JAMB UTME:
- Start with the Simplest Subject
Are you wondering which subject to start answering first? Know that this isn’t a choice you can make from others’ preferences!
What you should do is start from the subject you find simplest. This will guarantee you a higher JAMB score and would help in managing your time.
- Skip Difficult Questions
Don’t force yourself to waste time on challenging questions. It’s better to skip difficult questions and return to them later.
Of course, moving on to other sections when faced with difficult questions ensures that your final grade is evenly distributed across all subjects, rather than being concentrated in the first ones with poor marks in the last sections you attempted.
The good thing is that you can identify the unanswered questions based on their (red) colour in the question panel!
- Use Back Substitution and Dimensional Analysis for Calculations
You don’t always have to complete lengthy calculations when solving math or physics questions. A smart trick is using back-substitution, which involves substituting the given options for each question into the original equation or expression to determine the correct answer.
As for dimensional analysis, it can be used to ascertain the correct answer when options with different units or dimensions are given.
- Read and Digest Confusing Theory Questions More than Once
As for tricky theory questions,make sure that you don’t rush into answering them, especially if you have time! You only have one chance to answer a question correctly in MCQ-type (objective) questions. Therefore, you should be very careful!
Questions involving passages or confusing statements could be skipped in the beginning until the other sections are completed.
- Know your JAMB UTME Keyboard Shortcuts
Did you know that the UTME interface allows you to navigate between operations without necessarily finding them on its menu?
For example:
- To select an option, simply click on ‘A’, ‘B’, ‘C’ or ‘D’
- Click ‘P’ for the ‘Previous Question’
- Select ‘N’ to go to the ‘Next Question’
- Meanwhile, ‘S’ stands for ‘Submit’, not ‘Save’!
Watch: Keyboard Hacks (Shortcuts) for JAMB UTME
- Be Time-conscious
JAMB UTME is a test based on speed and accuracy in addition to knowledge. You wouldn’t get a high score in JAMB if you answer the questions too slowly despite knowing the answers.
Though JAMB doesn’t allow students to enter the hall with wristwatches or other electronic devices, make sure to note the ticking clock on your computer screen.
Note: The whole UTME exercise for each candidate is to last for 2 hours, and the exam interface will go off as soon as the time elapses!
- Avoid Distractions
When writing your UTME, make sure you avoid distractions. Don’t occupy yourself with looking at nearby candidates or staring at the CCTV camera.
And above all, don’t engage in examination malpractice!
- Pray
The last, but certainly not the least, is prayer. This should be done before, during and after the JAMB UTME exercise. Do not underestimate the power of prayer when it comes to exam. Just do your best and leave the rest to the Almighty.
Some Key Rules to Follow When Sitting for JAMB UTME
- Wrist Watches, Mobile Phones, other Electronic Devices (including scientific calculators), Pens/Biros, Key Holders, ATM Cards, Erasers, Bangles, Rings and Necklaces aren’t allowed in the JAMB Examination Centre.
- Print and make multiple copies of your examination slip. You are expected to carry one copy along to the examination venue and keep at least one for reference purposes.
- Do not paint or decorate your fingers in such a way that they prevent Biometric verification. This is because Biomepoic (Thumbprints) Verification is COMPULSORY at the Examination Centre.
- Not attending the examination venue at the specified date and time makes you forfeit the right to sit for the examination. You will be marked absent if you DO NOT sit for the exam as indicated in your exam slip.
- You can not change your UTME subject(s) or institutions at the exam venue. O
Conclusion
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Set?
Go!
With these 10 legit strategies for success in JAMB UTME, you are well-equipped for getting a high JAMB score.
Don’t forget to aim high, set a reasonable target score and work hard towards achieving it. Smartbukites will remain with you every step of the way, as we supply information about career choice, admissions, undergraduate study, scholarship opportunities and academic tutorials.
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