JAMB Registration Process for 2025

JAMB Registration Process for 2025. The JAMB (Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board) registration process for 2025 is a structured procedure that Nigerian students must follow to participate in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) or Direct Entry (DE) for admission into tertiary institutions.

Beneath is a step-by-step guide to the registration process based on the most present details available as of March 20, 2025.

Get a National Identification Number (NIN)

• A NIN is mandatory for JAMB registration. If you don’t have one, visit a National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) enrollment center or use the NIMC mobile app to register and obtain your 11-digit NIN.

Create a JAMB Profile

• Send your NIN via SMS to 55019 or 66019 in this format: NIN [space] Your 11-digit NIN (e.g., NIN 12345678901).
• You’ll receive a 10-digit Profile Code in response. This code is unique to you and will be used throughout the registration process. Use a personal phone number that you’ll have access to during and after the exam period, as it’s tied to your JAMB profile.

Purchase the JAMB e-PIN

• Visit an authorized outlet to buy your e-PIN, which is required to complete registration. Options include:
  • Banks (e.g., Zenith, FirstBank, Access Bank, etc.)
  • NIPOST offices
  • Online payment platforms (e.g., Remita, Quickteller, Interswitch)
  • USSD codes (e.g., *737#, *5656#)
• The cost for the UTME e-PIN is approximately ₦3,500, with additional fees (e.g., ₦700 CBT center charge, ₦500 for the compulsory reading text), bringing the total to around ₦5,700–₦7,200 (or ₦8,200 if you opt for the mock exam). For DE, it’s around ₦5,700. Prices may vary slightly, so confirm at the point of purchase.

Visit an Accredited CBT Center

• Take your Profile Code and e-PIN to any JAMB-accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) center. You can find a list of accredited centers on the JAMB website (www.jamb.gov.ng).
• At the CBT center:
  • Provide your personal details (full name, date of birth, email, etc.).
  • Select your preferred institutions (up to four choices) and courses.
  • Have your biometric data (fingerprints) and photograph captured.
  • Pay the CBT center service fee (typically ₦700).

Complete the Registration Form

• Fill out the registration template provided at the CBT center. Double-check all details (e.g., name spelling, subject combination, institution choices) to avoid errors.
• Submit your O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, etc.) or indicate “Awaiting Results” if applicable. You’ll need at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics (for most courses), in not more than two sittings.

Collect Your Registration Slip

• After successful biometric verification and form submission, you’ll receive an e-registration slip. This slip includes your registration number, exam details, and a compulsory reading text (e.g., “Lekki Headmaster” by Khadija Abubakar Jali for 2025). Keep this slip safe—it’s your proof of registration.

Prepare for the Exam

• Registration typically runs from early February to mid-March (e.g., February 3 to March 8, 2025, based on past announcements). After registering, start preparing using the JAMB syllabus, past questions, and the provided reading text.
• If you opted for the mock exam (optional), it’s usually held in early April (e.g., April 5). The main UTME is scheduled for late April to early May (e.g., April 25 to May 5).