Introduction
Planning to study at a university, polytechnic, or college in Nigeria? The first step is registering for the JAMB 2025 UTME or Direct Entry (DE) exam!”
This exam, administered annually by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), is the initial step toward admission to your selected college.
The JAMB 2025 registration period will start on January 31, 2025 and end on March 5, 2025. The exam will be held from April 25 to May 5, 2025.
This article will walk you through 15 simple steps to successfully register for JAMB 2025, whether you are a first-time applicant or retaking the exam.
Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for JAMB 2025
Step1:Obtain your National Identification Number (NIN).
Prior to registration for JAMB 2025, you must have a National Identification Number (NIN) issued by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).
How To Obtain Your NIN for JAMB Registration
- Go to a NIMC Enrollment Center – You can register at any NIMC location, designated bank, or NIN registration agent.
- Provide Your Personal Information: Full name, date of birth, phone number, and address.
- Biometric Capture: Fingerprints and a passport photo will be taken.
- Receive Your NIN Slip – After successfully enrolling, you will receive your 11-digit NIN.
Why is NIN important in JAMB?
- You cannot register for JAMB without a valid NIN.
- Your JAMB profile code is generated based on your NIN.
- Your NIN is essential for JAMB registration, as it prevents multiple registrations and helps maintain a fair admission process.
Step 2: Create your JAMB profile.
Before you can buy your JAMB ePIN, you need to create a JAMB profile—it’s a must for all applicants. Don’t worry, it’s quick and easy!
How To Create Your JAMB Profile
1. Send an SMS with this format:
- NIN [Your 11-digit NIN] (Example: 12345678901) Send to 55019 or 66019 with a phone number that has never been used for JAMB registration before.
- You will receive an SMS containing your JAMB profile code (a 10-digit number).
Important notes:
Use a legitimate phone number because JAMB will send updates to it. If you accidentally delete the SMS, you can resend it to retrieve your Profile Code. To avoid difficulties, make sure your NIN is properly linked to your phone number.
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Step 3: Purchase your JAMB ePIN.
After you’ve created your JAMB Profile Code, the next step is to purchase your JAMB ePIN, which is essential for registration.
Where To Purchase Your JAMB ePIN
- Banks include: Access Bank, First Bank, Zenith Bank, FCMB, and UBA.
- Online payment options include: Remita, Interswitch, and eTransact.
- Mobile money operators include: Opay, Quickteller, and Paga.
- USSD Payment: Enter your bank’s USSD code.
- Post Offices: Some NIPOST locations sell JAMB ePINs.
How to Purchase Your JAMB e-PIN
- Go to one of the accepted payment channels indicated above.
- Enter your JAMB Profile Code (ten-digit number).
- Pay the official JAMB registration fee. ₦7,200 (excluding Mock-UTME).
₦8,200 (including mock-UTME).
₦5,700 (Direct Entry-DE) - Receive an SMS with your JAMB ePIN.
Important notes:
The ePIN is only good for one registration, so do not distribute it. If you delete the SMS, you can retrieve your ePIN by texting “UTMEPIN” to 55019 or 66019.
Step 4: Visit an Accredited JAMB CBT Centre.
To complete your registration, you must go to a CBT centre certified by JAMB. JAMB prohibits cyber cafés in order to prevent errors and fraud.
What to Bring to the CBT Centre for Registration?
- JAMB Profile Code (10 digits)
- JAMB ePIN (Received after payment)
- National Identification Numbers (NIN)
- Valid phone number and email address.
- Personal information (name, date of birth, state, etc.)
What Happens in the CBT Centre?
- Your fingerprints and passport photo will be recorded.
- You’ll choose your institutions, courses, and UTME subjects.
- Following registration, you will receive a JAMB Registration Slip as verification.
Step 5: Choose your institutions and courses.
Choosing your schools and courses is a big deal! Make sure to pick wisely based on cut-off marks, admission requirements, and your backup options.
Institutional Choices
- First Choice: University, Polytechnic, or College of Education.
- Second choices: polytechnic, university (less competitive), or college of education.
- Third Choice: College of Education, Polytechnic, or Innovative Enterprise Institution (IEI).
- Fourth option: Innovative Enterprise Institute (IEI) or specialised schools. Choosing the Right Institution. Examine the cut-off marks and entrance standards.
- Select colleges that will accept second-choice applicants if necessary.
- Choose a backup option if your first pick is overly competitive.
Step 6: Choose your UTME subjects.
Choosing the incorrect UTME subject combination may exclude you from admission.
Common Subject Combinations
Medicine and surgery require: English, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
Engineering subjects include: English, mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
Law: English, Government, Literature in English, and another Arts subject.
Accounting requires: English, mathematics, economics, and a social science course.
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Step 7: Biometric Capture and Passport Photograph.
JAMB use biometric verification (fingerprint capture) to avoid impersonation.
What happens during biometric capture?
- Fingerprint scan (all ten fingers).
- Passport photos are taken.
- Biometric information is linked to your registration.
Why Is Biometric Capture Important?
- No fingerprints, no exam!
- On exam day, JAMB confirms identities using biometric verification.
Step 8: Pay the JAMB registration fee.
The entire cost of JAMB registration varies depending on whether you take the Mock UTME. You’ll need to pay the JAMB registration fee (covered in Step 3) to complete your registration.
Payment Methods in CBT Centres
- The facility accepts cash payments.
- POS payment with an ATM card.
- Online payment (via Remita or Interswitch).
Step 9: Get and Check Your JAMB Registration Slip
Following payment, you will receive a JAMB Registration Slip with your information on it.
Things to look for on your slip include:
- Your full name as it appears on file
- Your JAMB registration number
- The combination of your UTME subjects
- Exam mode (CBT).
Step 10: Sign up for the Mock UTME
The Mock UTME is an optional practice exam scheduled for April 5, 2025.
- Helps alleviate exam anxiety.
- Introduces candidates to the CBT format.
Conclusion
By following these 15 simple steps, you’ll successfully complete your JAMB 2025 registration.Stay up to date on JAMB news, study past questions, and prepare well for the exam.Best wishes with the JAMB 2025 exam.
Article source:-https://jamb2025.com/
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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Can I register for JAMB without a National Identification Number (NIN)?
No. You cannot register for JAMB without a valid NIN. Your NIN is used to generate your JAMB profile code, which is required for registration. If you don’t have a NIN, visit a NIMC enrollment center to get one.
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How do I retrieve my JAMB profile code if I lose it?
If you accidentally delete or lose your profile code, you can retrieve it by sending an SMS with the word “RESEND” to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number you registered with.
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Is the JAMB Mock UTME compulsory?
No, the Mock UTME is optional. It is meant to help candidates get familiar with the exam format and reduce anxiety. If you want to take it, you must select the option during registration and pay the extra fee.
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Can I use a cyber café to register for JAMB?
No. JAMB strictly prohibits cyber café registrations to prevent errors and fraud. You must complete your registration at an accredited JAMB CBT center to ensure your details are correctly captured.
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