JAMB Registration 2025/2026 | Date, Guidelines & Deadline

JAMB Registration 2025/2026 Form, Fee, Deadline & Guidelines: Are you planning to take the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) examination 2025? If yes, then you need to know the requirements, procedures, and deadlines for the JAMB registration.

This post will provide you with all the information you need to successfully register for the JAMB UTME or Direct Entry (DE) examination.

Exam Body – Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB)
Exam Type – Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
Exam Dates – April 18 to April 28, 2025 (Main UTME) March 7, 2024 (Mock UTME)
Registration Period – January 15 to February 26, 2024
Sales of Forms Period – January 15 to February 26, 2024
Registration Fee – N7,700 for UTME (with mock examination) N6,200 for UTME (without mock examination) $30 for foreign candidates
Mock UTME Date– March 7, 2024
Printing of Exam Slips – From April 10, 2024
Creation of Profiles for Registration – Started on January 15, 2024
DE Application Deadline – March 28, 2024
Mock UTME Registration Deadline – March 7, 2024
Official JAMB Website – JAMB Official Website

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JAMB Registration 2025/2026 – Requirements

If you want to register for JAMB 2025, you need to meet the following requirements:

• National Identification Number (NIN): This is a unique 11-digit number that identifies you as a Nigerian citizen. You need to obtain your NIN from any NIMC enrollment center or through the NIMC mobile app. You will need your NIN to create your JAMB profile and to register for the examination. See how to get NIN for JAMB registration easily.
• JAMB Profile Code: This is a 10-digit number that JAMB generates after you send your NIN to 55019 or 66019 as a text message. You will need your JAMB profile code to purchase your JAMB ePIN and to complete your registration at any accredited CBT center. The generation of your JAMB profile code will cost you N50.
• Phone Number: You need a valid and active phone number to create your JAMB profile and to receive important information from JAMB. You should use the same phone number throughout the registration process and the examination period.
• Email Address: You need a valid and functional email address to create your JAMB profile and to access your JAMB portal. You should use the same email address throughout the registration process and the admission period.
• O’level/A’level Result: You need to have your O’level or A’level result ready before you register for JAMB. You can use either WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or GCE result. You can also register with awaiting result if you are expecting to get your result before admission. However, you must upload your result on the JAMB portal before admission.
• JAMB ePIN: This is a unique code that you need to pay for and obtain from any of the authorized channels, such as banks, online payment platforms, USSD codes, etc. The ePIN costs N3,500 and it is valid for one registration only. You will also need to pay N1500 for the examination fee, N1500 for the optional Mock-UTME (if applicable), and N700 for the registration fee. The total cost of JAMB registration is N5,200, including the ePIN, examination fee, optional Mock-UTME, and registration fee.
• Biodata: You need to provide your personal details, such as your name, date of birth, gender, state of origin, local government area, etc. You also need to provide your passport photograph, biometric verification, and signature.

These are the requirements for JAMB registration 2025. You should make sure that you have all
these requirements before you start your registration process.

JAMB Registration Fees 2025/2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the registration fees for the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE). As part of the registration process, candidates are required to pay a total of N3500 for the e-PIN.

Additionally, there are other associated fees, including N700 for registration, N1500 as examination fees, and N1500 for the optional Mock-UTME at privately-owned centres. It is noteworthy that the registration fee of N700, originally meant to be paid directly to Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres by candidates, will now be collected by JAMB.

Furthermore, the Board will also collect N1500 on behalf of CBT centres, comprising the cost of setting the main UTME and the optional Mock-UTME.

These fees play a crucial role in facilitating the smooth conduct of the examination and are remitted to partnering centres on a weekly basis. Aspiring candidates are advised to take note of these fees and ensure timely payment to complete their registration for the upcoming 2025/2026 UTME and DE.

How to Register for JAMB 2025/2026

To register for JAMB 2025/2026, you need to follow these steps:

• Obtain your National Identification Number (NIN) from any NIMC enrollment center or through the NIMC mobile app. You will need your NIN to create your JAMB profile and to register for the examination. See how to get NIN for JAMB registration easily.
• Create your JAMB profile on the JAMB portal (www.jamb.gov.ng) using your NIN, valid email address, and personal phone number. You will receive a confirmation code on your phone and email, which you will use to verify your profile. See the step-by-step guide on how to create a JAMB profile.
• Purchase your JAMB ePIN from any of the authorized channels, such as  banks, online
  payment platforms, USSD codes, etc. The ePIN costs N3,500 and it is valid for one
  registration only. In addition to the ePIN cost, candidates are required to pay N700
  directly to the CBT center for registration, N1500 for the main UTME examination, and
  an extra N1500 if they choose to take the optional Mock-UTME. Please note that the
  total amount for the entire registration process, including the ePIN cost, CBT center
  service charge, and examination fees, is N7,200.
• Visit any accredited JAMB CBT center near you with your ePIN and other required
  documents, such as your O’level result (if available), passport photograph, biometric
  verification, etc. You will be given a registration form to fill and submit. You will also be
  asked to choose your preferred exam date, time, and center from the available options.
• After completing your registration at the CBT center, you will be given a printout of your
  registration slip, which contains your personal details, exam schedule, and center.

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