JAMB Registration Form 2026/2027 Is Out with Guidelines | Starting & Closing Date

There is a new procedure released by the  Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for 2026 Registration. Are you ready to pick up your JAMB form for 2026 Registration? There is a great news for you. An announcement was made via its official X handle outlining the procedures and important tips for candidates registering for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).

If you are asking “the cost of JAMB Form 2026, how to Register or fill out JAMB form without mistake, When is the Registration 2026 Starting, exams starting date, deadline and mock, the requirements for the JAMB UTME form at www.jamb.gov.ng etc.

To have all the details on the Form for JAMB Registration and how to register at the available JAMB 2026 approved CBT Centres near you, read this article to the end. Candidates should try as much as possible to get the form requirements ready for the JAMB UTME Registration.

Is JAMB Form 2026/2027 Out Online?

No, The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, JAMB CBT form for 2026 is Not officially out on the official website. Candidates should note other details regarding the registration guidelines JAMB UTME form.

When is the 2026 Registration Starting?

There are a lot of rumors going around on the JAMB Form Registration date.

Currently, there is no official announcement regarding when the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, JAMB will release the registration form for 2026 academic session. If you are very much ready for the registration, follow the details here to get you prepared.

The JAMB might likely commence registration for 2026 CBT exam from late January or February 2026 and end around march. All Unified Tertiary and Matriculation Examination (UTME) Candidates should stay tuned.

The main Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME Exam will start around April or May 2026

See Also: How to Create JAMB Profile

How Much is JAMB Registration Form 2026?

The cost of the JAMB form is one of the things that bothers Candidates so much. Many JAMB Registration Centres charge candidates more than the actual amount.

Due to this reason, we have decided to use this medium to enlighten all Prospective candidates on the cost of JAMB Form 2026.

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board do not make the form costly, the official Cost of the last concluded JAMB form

• ₦8,700 for UTME Candidates with Mock
• ₦7,200 for UTME candidates without Mock
• ₦5,700 for Direct Entry (DE)

If there is any other updates or changes on the amount, we will let you know. Keeping checking this page.

JAMB Requesting NIN for 2026 UTME Registration

Owing to the way things had taken place from the previous JAMB Registration and CBT exams, The management has officially requested all JAMB Candidates to Register with their National Identification number.

If you’re confused on how to go with the NIN Enrollment, visit any nearby Secretaries or local Government to do your Registration.

Registration Requirements for 2026

All Candidates are expected to have all the documents and information needed for UTME registration. The following are Requirements for JAMB:

• A WASCE, NECO, GCE, etc certificate with a minimum of 5 credit passes in relevant subjects.
• Passport Photograph with red background
• A profile code that was obtained using your phone line. It should be a line that has not been used for JAMB registration before.
• Your National Identification Number NIN
• Other related details about the candidates.

Before the JAMB 2026 Form Registration, make sure all the requirements needed to Register and participate in the UTME.

New Basic Registration Procedures

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board, JAMB Registration Guidelines have been provided to help Applicants.

The following steps are helpful while trying to register:

Step 1: Profile Code Generation

Candidates must first ensure that their personal details including their National Identification Number (NIN), email address, and O’Level/A-Level results are accurate and consistent across all platforms.

• How to Generate the profile code: Send your 11-digit NIN to 55019 or 66019 in the format:
  NIN 00000011111 (ensure there is a space between “NIN” and the number).
• Important Note: Once a profile code is generated, it cannot be changed, and your biodata will be automatically retrieved from the NIMC database.

Step 2: E-PIN Purchase and Registration

After generating a profile code, candidates should proceed to the nearest JAMB Office or any approved CBT Centre to commence registration.

• E-PINs Purchase: E-PINs must be purchased only from authorised channels, including banks, approved online platforms, and accredited vendors at registration centres.
• Registration: Candidates must ensure they are given the correct registration template and should meticulously cross-check all details for accuracy before final submission.

Important Tips

• NIMC Corrections: Any necessary corrections (e.g., Name, Date of Birth, Gender, State of Origin) must be made with NIMC early and reflected on their portal before starting JAMB registration.
• Unique Identifiers: Phone numbers and email addresses are unique to each candidate. They cannot be shared or changed and must remain functional throughout the process.
• Biometric Issues: If biometric capture fails, candidates should visit a JAMB office immediately. Do not allow any CBT centre to force-register you.
• Dual Screens: Ensure a dual screen is used during registration so you can confirm your passport photograph and biometrics are captured correctly in real-time.

Common Challenges and Solutions

• “Error 550/66019” / Wrong Parameter:
  Indicates an incorrect format. Ensure you use the correct command: NIN [space] YourNIN to 55019 or 66019.
• “Number Already Registered”:
  Means the phone number has already been used to generate a profile code. Candidates must retrieve and use that specific SIM card to receive the code.
• “Unable to Verify NIN”:
  Usually a temporary network or server issue. Candidates are advised to wait and retry later.
• “Record Not Found”:
  Implies the NIN is not in the NIMC database. Candidates should visit the nearest NIMC office for validation.

JAMB 2026 Registration form Online Portal at www.jamb.gov.ng

It is very important that all interested Candidates ensure that all registration is done at the official JAM form Portal at https://portal.jamb.gov.ng/efacility or www.jamb.gov.ng. 

How to Create JAMB Profile 2026

Remember the first step on the JAMB Registration is creating a profile. The procedure below will help:

• Go to the JAMB official portal
• Input your details as required ( the email  and phone number should be valid and active)
• Proceed to  verify your email address
• Login and Complete you bio-data as expected
• Submit your application and you are done.

JAMB UTME 2026 Data Correction

There are ways mistakes made during jamb Registration can be corrected. If you make mistakes with your choice of Institution or you want to do JAMB Change of Institution, JAMB Change of Course, etc

Correction can also be made on the JAMB date of birth, State and Local Government of origin, etc. To do Correction of Data in JAMB follow the steps hereunder:

• Visit your jamb profile at the efacility portal
• Log in with your email and password
• Locate the details you what to Correct and make payments where required.

Registration Closing Date 2026

The JAMB Form deadline has not  been announced by the JAMB management. . Keeping visiting this page to know the JAMB Registration is ending.

JAMB Mock Examination 2026

The Unified Tertiary and Matriculation Examination have made it possible for all Candidates to sit for mock before taking the main exams.

The JAMB Mock exams is optional, those who are interested should choose it during Registration and get ready for the exams.

Immediately after the test, the JAMB Mock Result will be released to show Students’ performance. The mock exams is not used to offer admission it is just to test and prepare Candidates.

If you have anything else to ask about the JAMB Registration Form, use the comments section hereunder. Feel free to share this article with your friends.

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