Preparing for an examination like the unified tertiary and matriculation board exam (UTME) or JAMB is a lot of work already not to talk of the processes involved in the registration.
This is why we took out time to create this article that will show you the step by step guide on how to register for the 2026 UTME JAMB exam without much stress.
The joint admissions and matriculation board (JAMB) has said that it will start the registration process of its university entrance examination in the first quarter of 2026. However, this guide will take you through how to register without stress when the form eventually comes out.
Registration Guidelines For 2026 JAMB UTME
First and foremost, JAMB wants every intending candidate to confirm their personal information and make sure their NIN details are correct because incorrect personal information can negatively affect the whole registration process. Below are the guidelines according to JAMB
Ensure all your personal information are the same everywhere
The details in your NIN must match with that of your O-level or A-level. You know some people are fond of using different dates of birth for instance on their documents.
So, make sure yours isn’t like that because once you create a profile code which is the first step for registration, you can’t correct any mismatch and this can affect you in the long run.
Generate your profile code after confirming your details
After you have confirmed that your personal information like names, date of birth, state of origin and others are the same across your documents, you can now proceed to create a JAMB profile code which is the official first step in registering for the 2026 UTME JAMB exam.
You can create the profile code by doing the following:
Send your NIN (11 digits) to 55019 or 66019 to begin. Please make sure you type everything correctly to avoid making errors.
Now, JAMB will pull your bio-data from the NIMC database, so whatever information you have in your NIN is what JAMB will use going forward. After that, you will now need to purchase an E-pin and head over to a CBT center to finalize the registration.
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Step By Step Procedure On How To Register For The 2026 UTME JAMB After Getting Your Profile Code
The following are the steps you should take after getting the profile code:
Visit an approved JAMB CBT center
After getting the profile code, now is time for you to visit the nearest approved JAMB CBT center. Make sure you visit in person and don’t have anybody do it for you to avoid fraud or any irregularities.
Purchase your E-pin only from official sources only to avoid scams. You can buy the E-pin from the JAMB CBT center or from approved online payment platforms.
Fill in the registration form correctly
Once you’re given the JAMB registration form, you’re expected to fill it correctly because if it gets submitted, it will become difficult to correct any error.
Important Tips For Intending JAMB UTME 2026 Candidates
JAMB shared some helpful tips that will guide candidates ahead of the registration processes. See them below:
Make sure you correct any NIMC errors early. Details like date of birth, state of origin,gender etc in your NIMC database must match with the one in your O’level or A-level documents.
Your email address and phone number is your unique identity and as such two people can’t use one email address or phone number.
Another thing you have to keep in mind is that, you should make sure the phone number and email address you will use for the registration remains active for future communication from JAMB about your admission status.
If you happen to experience any biometric issue, then you should go straight to the JAMB office and have it rectified.
When Will The 2026 UTME JAMB Form Be Available For Sale
JAMB has made it known to the general public that the 2026 UTME JAMB form will be available for sale in the first quarter of the year. Expect the form to come out in between January to March.
However, we at japahub.com.ng will do well to inform you once the form is out for sale. So turn on our push notifications to get the latest updates about JAMB 2026 as they drop from us.
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