JAMB UTME Registration Form Portal 2025/2026, is now open. UTME registration runs until February 26th, 2025 while Direct Entry applications and E-pin sales start on February 28 and end on March 28, 2025. Visit www.jamb.gov.ng for registration details, fees, and exam information.
Contents
- 1 JAMB Registration and Exam Dates 2025/2026
- 2 How Much is the JAMB 2024 Registration Fee?
- 3 Eligibility Criteria for UTME Registration
- 4 How to Login to the JAMB Portal and Accept Your Admission
- 5 Eligibility Criteria for UTME Registration 2025/2026
- 6 FAQs
- 7 How to Register for JAMB 2025/2026
- 8 Jamb e-PIN Selling Points 2025/2026
- 9 Conclusion
JAMB Registration and Exam Dates 2025/2026
JAMB Registration and Exam Dates 2025/2026, UTME registration ends on February 26th, 2025, Direct Entry registration runs from February 28 to March 28th, 2025, Mock-UTME is on March 7th, 2024, and the main UTME is from April 19th to 29, 2025. Candidates should print their exam slips starting April 10th, 2025. NIN is required for registration, and reprinting the JAMB slip is necessary to confirm exam dates and centers.
How Much is the JAMB 2024 Registration Fee?
The JAMB 2024 registration fees are:
- UTME/DE form: N3,500
- CBT service charge: N700
- MOCK/UTME fee: N1,500
- Bank charges: N500
Total fees are N6,200 without the mock and N7,700 with the mock.
Eligibility Criteria for UTME Registration
To register for UTME, you must meet the following criteria:
- Recommended Novel: Buy “The Life Changer” novel, costing N500, from JAMB-approved CBT centers.
- National Identification Number (NIN): Obtain this 11-digit number from an NIMC enrolment center.
- O’Level Results: Provide at least five credit passes, including English; credit in Mathematics is required for certain programs.
- Program Eligibility: Check the JAMB Brochure for specific requirements related to your chosen program at www.jamb.gov.ng/ibass.
- JAMB ePIN: Purchase your ePIN from authorized outlets; it is valid for one-time use.
How to Login to the JAMB Portal and Accept Your Admission
- Access the JAMB Portal: Go to https://portal.jamb.gov.ng/efacility_/.
- Log In: Enter your JAMB email and password, then click “Login.”
- Check Admission Status: Find “Check Admission Status” on your dashboard, select the exam year, and enter your registration number to view your status.
- Accept Admission: If admitted, click “Accept Admission,” review the confirmation message, and confirm acceptance if the details are correct.
Eligibility Criteria for UTME Registration 2025/2026
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) registration is essential for Nigerian students aiming to gain admission into tertiary institutions. Here’s a guide to the documents and requirements needed for the UTME registration:
- National Identification Number (NIN)
- Unlike previous years, the NIN, which is a unique 11-digit number proving citizenship, is now mandatory for JAMB registration. Candidates must enroll for an NIN at any National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) enrollment center before registering for the UTME.
- O’level Results
- You need to present your O’level results, which must include at least five (5) credit passes, with English Language being a mandatory subject. For science-based and social science programs, a credit in Mathematics is required. Candidates with awaiting results can still register.
- Program Eligibility
- It is crucial to review the JAMB Brochure to understand the specific requirements for your chosen program before beginning the registration process. The brochure can be accessed at www.jamb.gov.ng/ibass.
- JAMB ePIN
- Obtain your ePIN from authorized outlets, such as banks, online payment platforms, or CBT centers. Note that this PIN can only be used once for registration.
- Recommended Novel
- For JAMB 2024, the recommended novel is The Life Changer. This novel, priced at N500, is mandatory for all candidates. It is available at JAMB-approved CBT centers in your state.
FAQs
N7,700 with mock exams, N6,200 without mock exams and 30$ for foreign candidates.
UTME registration can be carried out by JAMB-approved CBT centres nationwide.
Kindly send [RESEND] to 55019 or 66019 as a text message from your registered mobile number.
Yes, candidates with awaiting results can also apply.
Yes, you can change your institution or course of choice anytime. Payment for this service is N2500 only.
Yes, you can but it attracts a penalty of N1000. You can update your biodata at your registration center or JAMB office.
A candidate must be at least 16 years old before they can sit for the UTME.
How to Register for JAMB 2025/2026
- Get Your NIN: Obtain your National Identification Number (NIN) before starting the UTME registration. It is now mandatory.
- Create Your JAMB Profile: Generate your 10-digit unique profile code by dialing 55019NIN# or 66019NIN# via USSD, or by visiting portal.jamb.gov.ng/Efacility and selecting ‘Sign up for UTME/DE’.
- Prepare an Email Account: While initially not required, a valid email address is essential for JAMB communications and accessing the JAMB portal. Gmail is recommended, but Yahoo Mail is an alternative.
- Check JAMB iBass: Verify your eligibility by checking JAMB iBass before registering for the 2024 UTME.
- Purchase an e-PIN: Use your profile code to buy the JAMB 20256 e-PIN online or at authorized banks and outlets.
- Visit an Accredited CBT Centre: Take your details, JAMB profile, and e-PIN/code to an accredited CBT center to complete your registration.
Jamb e-PIN Selling Points 2025/2026
- Candidates can approach or use any of the underlisted selling points to purchase their e-Pin.
- NIPOST: Check with post offices nationwide
- Participating Commercial Banks: (ACCESS, ECOBANK, FIRSTBANK, FCMB, FIDELITY, JAIZ, SKYE, STERLING, UNION, UNITY and ZENITH)
- Mobile Money Operators: Paga, e-Tranzact (PocketMoni), TEASYPay and Packway Projects (Readycash)
- Participating Micro Finance Banks: FUD MFB (Dutse) and Regent MFB (Abuja)
- Online Payment Platforms: SystemSpecs (Remita) and InterSwitch (Quickteller) POS (Citi-Serve)
- ATMs: Use the ATMs of banks listed above (InterSwitch)
- USSD: (NIBSS & ERCAS) for mobile banking
- Embassy: Nigerian Embassies in Abidjan, Accra, Addis Ababa, Buea, Cotonou, Jeddah, Johannesburg and London
Curios? Read About: JAMB CAPS 2025/2026: Everything You Need to Know
Conclusion
To register for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), start by creating your JAMB profile code and purchasing your e-PIN from an authorized dealer. Next, visit any accredited CBT center with your e-PIN and necessary documents to begin the online registration process. If you haven’t bought the e-PIN yet, you can seek assistance at the CBT center.
After creating your JAMB profile with a valid email and phone number, verify your account by clicking the link sent to your email. Complete your registration by filling in your biodata, uploading required documents and O’level results, and ensuring no nicknames are used. Print your Registration Slip, which includes your exam schedule and center details. Remember, candidates must not apply for both UTME and Direct Entry simultaneously, as multiple applications may result in profile cancellation. Be sure to attend your exam on the scheduled date and time. Good luck
