The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a fresh guide to help prospective students register smoothly for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This new reminder comes directly from JAMB’s official X (Twitter) handle and outlines the correct process from start to finish.
Step 1: Generate Your Profile Code
Before registration can begin, every candidate must generate a profile code using their National Identification Number (NIN). To avoid errors, ensure your personal details — NIN, phone number, email, and O’Level/A-Level records — match across all platforms.
How to generate the profile code
Send a text message in this format:
NIN [space] Your11-digitNIN → send to 55019 or 66019
Example:NIN 12345678901
Once issued, the profile code cannot be changed. JAMB will automatically pull your biodata from NIMC (National Identity Management Commission).
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Step 2: Buy Your E-PIN & Complete Registration
With your profile code ready, visit the nearest JAMB office or accredited CBT centre to begin registration.
E-PIN must be purchased through approved channels only, such as:
✔ Commercial banks
✔ Accredited online vendors
✔ Approved CBT centres
During registration, insist that the correct JAMB registration template is used and double-check your information before submission.
Important Tips for a Smooth Process
- Fix all NIMC errors early (name, date of birth, gender, state of origin, etc.) before visiting a CBT centre.
- Use your own active phone number and email — they cannot be shared, reused, or replaced later.
- Do not allow CBT centres to register you manually if biometrics fail. Instead, go straight to a JAMB office.
- Confirm your passport photo and fingerprints on a dual screen while registration is ongoing.
Common Registration Challenges & Quick Solutions
| Challenge | Likely Cause | Quick Fix |
|---|---|---|
| “Error 55019/66019” | Wrong SMS format | Use: NIN [space] NIN-number and retry |
| “Number Already Registered” | SIM used previously | Retrieve that SIM and use it again |
| “Unable to Verify NIN” | Temporary network/server delay | Try again after a short while |
| “Record Not Found” | NIN not recognized on NIMC system | Visit a NIMC office for validation |
Final Advice from JAMB
The Board strongly encourages students to start preparing early by practicing with JAMB CBT training software and apps.
Those interested in operating a CBT training centre or reselling the training software can also join the JAMB CBT Agent/Re-seller programme.
Credit: Allschool, Allcbt
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