JAMB Announces Cancellation of Aptitude Test for 2024 Direct Entry Candidates

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JAMB has cancelled the 2024 aptitude test for Direct Entry (DE) candidates. Instead, they will use other criteria for admission placements. This change aims to improve the process for future years. Keep reading to find out what this means for your DE admission.

JAMB Cancels Aptitude Test for Direct Entry

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has made a significant announcement regarding the 2024 Direct Entry (DE) admissions. This year, the Board has decided to cancel the usual aptitude test for Direct Entry candidates. Instead, other criteria will be used for student placements.

Information Details
📢 Announcement JAMB cancels 2024 DE aptitude test
📝 Criteria Alternative placement criteria to be used
🎯 Reason To improve future DE admission processes
🔄 Update New criteria details to be announced
📣 Source JAMB’s official X handle
🔍 Impact Affects all 2024 DE candidates
📆 Next Step Adequate preparation for next year’s exercise

Details on the New Placement Criteria

JAMB made this announcement on Monday through an official post on its JAMB X handle. The decision to cancel the aptitude test aims to streamline the admission process and ensure better preparation for next year’s exercise.

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Official Statement from JAMB

“Attention 2024 DE Candidates! This is to inform you that the Board has shelved the conduct of aptitude test for the year, other placement criteria shall be considered for your admission while adequate preparation goes into the exercise ahead of next year,” JAMB stated.

This change is expected to impact how candidates prepare for their Direct Entry admissions. Instead of focusing on the aptitude test, candidates will need to pay attention to other aspects of the admission process.

For more updates and detailed information, candidates are advised to regularly check JAMB’s official announcements. This will help them stay informed about any further changes or requirements for the 2024 admission cycle.

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