JAMB: Requirements and how to register for 2025 UTME

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced registration for the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates. Registration begins on February 3, 2025, will end on March 8, 2025.

Here are the requirements for the 2025 JAMB examination:

1. National Identification Number (NIN)
JAMB requires all candidates to provide their NIN for registration. If you don’t have one, visit any National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) enrollment centre to register.

2. Valid email address
You need a functional email address to create a JAMB profile. This email will be used for all communications regarding your examination.

3. Phone number
A unique phone number is required for registration. This number will be linked to your JAMB profile.

Please ensure that the phone number you’ll be using belongs to someone very close to you (father or mother, if you’re below 18 years) to make retrieval easier in case of damage or loss of the SIM card. The card is your unique identifier with the Board and must not get lost at any point in time. Peradventure that happens, you should retrieve it as soon as possible because it cannot be replaced thereafter.

4. JAMB profile code
After creating your JAMB profile, you will receive a 10-digit profile code via SMS. Keep this code safe as it is required for registration.

5. Biometric verification
You must visit an accredited JAMB registration centre for biometric capture. This step is mandatory and cannot be done online.

6. O’Level results
Have your O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or equivalent) ready. You will input the details during registration.

7. Passport photograph
A recent passport photograph with a white background is required. It will be uploaded during registration.

8. Registration fee
Pay the required registration fee at any approved bank or online payment platform. The fee is usually announced by JAMB.