2026 JAMB REGISTRATION PROCEDURES

• 1. Profile Code Generation

• Ensure all your details on NIMC and other records (O’Level / A-Level results) are the same.
• Send: NIN (leave one space) your 11-digit NIN NUMBER to 55019 or 66019
• Example: NIN 00000011111 to 55019/66019
• Once a profile code is generated:
• It cannot be changed
• Your biodata is automatically retrieved from NIMC

          2. Visit a JAMB Office or Approved CBT Centre

            Proceed to any nearest JAMB office or approved CBT centre to begin registration

 

          3. E-PIN Vending

          Purchase your e-PIN from authorized channels only, such as:

•    Banks
•    Online platforms
•    Vendors at registration centres

 

          4. Template

               Ensure you are given the correct registration template to fill out.

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          5. Registration

         Cross-check all details and make sure everything is accurate before final submission at the                     centre.

 

        IMPORTANT TIPS

•  Make all necessary corrections with NIMC early and confirm they reflect on your portal before  registration (e.g., Name, Date of Birth, Gender, State of Origin).
• Your GSM number and email address are unique identifiers. They cannot be changed or shared and must be functional before registration.
• If you face biometric issues, visit the nearest JAMB Office.
• Do NOT allow any CBT centre to register you forcefully.
• Ensure a dual screen is used during registration, and confirm that your passport photograph and biometrics are captured correctly.

 

            COMMON ERRORS ENCOUNTER DURING PROFILE CODE GENERATION

1. RECORD NOT FOUND

Solution: Visit the nearest NIMC office for validation.

 

2. WRONG PARAMETER

This happens when the text message format is incorrect.
Solution: Resend the correct format:
NIN your-NIN-number to 55019 or 66019.

 

3. NIN ALREADY REGISTERED WITH A GSM NUMBER

This means your profile code was previously generated using another phone number.
Solution: Retrieve that SIM card and send the request again using the same number.

 

4. UNABLE TO VERIFY YOUR NIN AT THE MOMENT (NIMC: UNKNOWN)

This occurs when the server is temporarily unavailable.
Solution: Wait and try again later.