This article is about the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) registration procedures for the 2025/2026 session. It discusses what JAMB registration is and the step-by-step process involved. The article also provides important tips for registration and common mistakes to avoid.
What is JAMB registration?
JAMB registration is the process of registering for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). The UTME is a computer-based test that is used to assess the eligibility of students for admission into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
How to register for JAMB
There are two ways to register for JAMB: online and offline.
- Online registration: To register for JAMB online, you will need to create an account on the JAMB portal. Once you have created an account, you can log in and start the registration process. You will need to provide your personal information, including your name, date of birth, and address. You will also need to upload a passport-sized photograph.
- Offline registration: To register for JAMB offline, you will need to purchase a JAMB registration form from a designated bank. Once you have purchased a form, you will need to fill it out and submit it to a JAMB registration center.
Important tips for registration
- Be sure to have all of the required documents ready before you start the registration process.
- Be sure to enter your information correctly. Any errors in your information could delay your registration or even prevent you from being admitted to a university.
- Be sure to pay the registration fee on time. If you do not pay the registration fee, you will not be able to complete the registration process.
- Be sure to check your email regularly for updates from JAMB.
Common mistakes to avoid in jamb registration
- Not having a National Identification Number (NIN). The NIN is now compulsory for all candidates registering for JAMB. If you do not have a NIN, you will not be able to register.
- Not paying the registration fee on time. The registration fee is ₦4,000. If you do not pay the registration fee on time, you will not be able to complete the registration process.
- Not checking your email regularly for updates from JAMB. JAMB will send you important updates about your registration status and the UTME exam. If you do not check your email regularly, you may miss important information.
Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
The JAMB registration deadline is usually in April. However, the exact date may vary from year to year.
The requirements for JAMB registration include:
A valid National Identification Number (NIN)
Five (5) credit passes in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) or its equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics at not more than two sittings.
A passport-sized photograph
The JAMB registration fee is ₦4,000.
You can contact JAMB customer service by phone, email, or chat.
You can contact JAMB to fix it.
Yes, you can use your phone to register online.
Only if you are registering offline.
You can register at a JAMB-approved center.
Yes, but be careful who you ask for help.
I hope this helps! Let me know if you have other questions.
