How to Do 2025 JAMB Registration for UTME & DE Exam? 2025 JAMB registration for UTME started on February 3, 2025 and has been scheduled to end on March 8, 2025. In view of the above, it is important to give you the necessary guide on how to go about the registration process if you don’t want to make some costly mistakes.
You need to understand that you can pay money to the wrong person or even fill in your details incorrectly if you are not properly guided. This is why our team has prepared this guide on the step-by-step ways you can go about your registration for this year’s UTME either as a direct entry candidate or as a normal UTME candidate.
2025 UTME Registration requirements:
Before you plan to go for your UTME Registration, it is important for you to have the following documents which will be needed at some points of your registration process. None availability of any of these requirements can affect your registration and make you to wait till they are available.
- A National Identification Number (NIN)
- A valid email address
- A unique phone number
- O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or equivalent)
- A recent passport photograph with a white background
- Registration fee
How to get NIN from National Identity Management Commission
One compulsory step in this JAMB registration for 2025 is that you must have your National Identity Number to proceed with the registration. Therefore, you will need to follow the following guide to get your own NIN number:
- Go to your state NIMC office or the closest one to you
- Tell them why you are there
- Provide all the information they will need from you.
- Pay the amount they will as you to pay for it.
- Get your number that day or come later to pick your number
- Then proceed with your registration.
How to get a profile code
One of the things you need is this profile code which will be sent to you by JAMB after you have do as we will guide you here. If you already have your NIN you can follow the guide below to get your own profile code.
- Send your NIN to 55019 or 66019 using your phone number
- You will receive a 10-digit profile code via SMS after creating your JAMB profile
Biometric verification
- Visit an accredited JAMB registration center for biometric capture
- This step is mandatory and cannot be done online
2025 JAMB Registration( step-by-step)
2025 JAMB Registration has started. If you are still not sure what to do, how to do it, or how to go about it, then this our step-by-step guide is made for you to offer you the best instruction on how to achieve your registrations effortlessly. Below are the steps:
- Get your National Identification Number (NIN) from the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).
- Create a JAMB profile by sending your NIN to 55019 or 66019 via SMS.
- Use your profile code to buy the JAMB e-PIN from an accredited bank, POS terminal, or online.
- Go to an accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre.
- Provide your e-PIN and personal information.
- Select your preferred courses and institutions.
- Have your biometric data captured.
- Collect your reading text and other materials.
Registration advice to everyone preparing for this year’s UTME exercise
- Register early to avoid last-minute issues
- Make sure that you are transacting with a recognized and authorized financial institution
- Make sure that the cyber Café is authorized for JAMB registration.
- Keep your JAMB profile code safe as it is required for registration
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the registration period for the 2025 UTME and DE exams?
The registration period is from January 3rd February to March 8th, 2025. Ensure to register within this allotted time to avoid issues that may come from last minute registration.
Can I purchase my e-PIN from any bank?
No, only financial institutions registered with JAMB will be allowed to vend e-PINs. Be sure to purchase your e-PIN from an authorized vendor to avoid any issues with your registration.
Do I need my National Identification Number (NIN) to register for the UTME or DE exams?
Yes, the NIN is the gateway to the registration process. You will create a profile by sending your NIN, followed by a space, and then your eleven-digit NIN number to 55019 or 66019.
Can I pay for my e-PIN in cash at the CBT centre?
No, all transactions at the CBT centres will be cashless to prevent warehousing and extortion of candidates. Payments to centres will be collected by the Board and remitted to the centres on a weekly basis. Candidates have the options of paying through Banks, Mobile Money Operators and online payment on the JAMB portal through Remita/ Interswitch, among others.
What should I do if I am approached by a vendor who is trying to extort me?
Report the vendor to JAMB immediately and only purchase your e-PIN from an authorized vendor. JAMB will not tolerate any form of extortion or untoward acts that could jeopardize the noble aspirations of the Board.
What should I do if I have more questions or concerns about the registration process?
Contact JAMB directly for further assistance. They can be reached through their website or by visiting any of their offices.
Conclusion
We have covered all you need to know to register for your 2025 UTME exam either as a direct entry candidate or you are going for your UTME. Kindly follow these instructions and also ensure not be extorted by any of the financial institutions. 2025 JAMB registration is easy, straightforward, and seamless with these our guides.
