JAMB-Approved CBT Centres in Kwara State: If you’ve ever walked through the busy streets of Ilorin during JAMB registration season, you’d know the energy is unmatched. Students everywhere, some with excitement, others with a little anxiety, all chasing one dream: to pass JAMB and secure admission into their dream schools.
But here’s something every serious candidate in Kwara needs to know. Not every cyber café or computer room is a JAMB centre. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) only approves specific CBT centres that meet strict standards.
These centres are tested for power stability, internet reliability, security, and comfort to ensure every student gets a fair and smooth exam experience.
So, whether you’re from Ilorin, Offa, Kaiama, Omu-Aran, or anywhere across Kwara State, this guide is for you. It lists all the officially approved JAMB CBT centres in Kwara State for the 2026/2027 UTME and Direct Entry registration.
Before you pick a centre, take a minute to go through this list, it might just save you stress, time, and unnecessary confusion later. Because in the journey to admission, being informed is your first victory.
Damdav CBT Centre, 30 Western Reservoir Road, Olorunsogo, Ilorin, Kwara State
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Ilorin
Metro CBT Centre, Behind Yasco Technical, Adjacent NNPC Filling Station, Lucky Pat Road, Aiyetoro Area, Geri-Alimi, Ilorin
20
Offa
ICT Centre, Federal Polytechnic, Offa, Along Ojoku Road, Offa, Kwara State
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Offa
Eulers Consulting College of Health Tech, Ojoku Road, Offa, Kwara State
22
Offa
Harvard College, Avalon Hotel Street, Osogbo Road, Offa, Kwara State
23
Malete
CBT Centre, Kwara State University, Malete, Kwara State
24
Oko
Thomas Adewumi University, University Drive, Off Oko-Idofin Road, Oko, Kwara State
25
Aran-Orin
TPA CBT Centre, Off Landmark University-Otun Ekiti Road, Aran-Orin, Kwara State
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Omu-Aran
Landmark University CBT Centre, First College Building, Landmark University, Omu-Aran, Kwara State
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Ganmo
AAT Education Resource CBT Centre, Opposite Community Secondary School, Oke Ogba, Off Old Afon Road, Ganmo, Kwara State
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Erin Ile
Midland CBT Centre, RN255 Elerin Way, Opposite Living Faith Church, Erin Ile, Kwara State
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Lafiagi
Lafiagi Emirate Information Technology & Innovation Hub, Opposite Main Motor Park, Emir’s Road, Lafiagi, Kwara State
30
Patigi
Tsoede CBT Centre, Plot 2, Along Patigi-Ilorin Road, Patigi, Kwara State
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Igbaja
General A. A. Eyitayo Resources Ltd CBT Centre, Plot 1 IPF Estate, Beside Wasolad Oil Filling Station, Igbaja, Kwara State
Conclusion
If you’ve made it this far, congratulations. You’re already a step ahead of many candidates. Knowing the officially approved JAMB CBT centres in Kwara State is not just about ticking a box; it’s about preparing smartly, avoiding unnecessary stress, and setting yourself up for success.
Every year, hundreds of students fall into avoidable traps including registering in unaccredited centres, arriving late on exam day, or getting confused about their venue. But with the right information, you don’t have to be one of them.
By identifying your centre early, confirming its location, and getting familiar with the environment, you give yourself peace of mind and confidence on the big day. Whether you’ll be writing at the University of Ilorin, Offa Polytechnic, KWASU Malete, or one of the private CBT centres across the state, what matters most is preparation. Keep your documents ready, obey every instruction from JAMB officials, and focus your energy on revising what you’ve studied.
So, if this guide helped you, share it with other JAMB candidates across Kwara State. You never know whose academic journey you might make easier. After all, knowledge shared is success multiplied.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. How can I find out my exact JAMB CBT centre in Kwara State?
Once you reprint your JAMB examination slip (usually about a week before your exam date), your exact CBT centre, date, and time will be clearly shown. That’s your official exam location, so make sure to locate it early before the exam day.
2. Can I choose my preferred CBT centre during registration?
You can only choose your preferred town or area during registration (for example, Ilorin or Offa), but JAMB decides the specific centre based on space and logistics.
3. Are all JAMB CBT centres in Kwara safe and functional?
Yes, every centre on the approved list has been inspected and accredited by JAMB. They meet the required standards in terms of security, equipment, internet access, and stable electricity.
4. What should I bring to my CBT centre on the exam day?
Carry your printed JAMB exam slip and a valid means of identification, usually your NIN slip. Phones, calculators, watches, and bags are not allowed in the exam hall.
Hauwa Rabiu Abdulkarim is an education writer with years of experience helping Nigerian students prepare for JAMB. She specializes in breaking down complex exam topics into easy-to-understand content, covering everything from registration tips to subject combinations. Hauwa is passionate about empowering students and ensuring they have the resources they need to succeed in their academic journey.
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