HOW TO GENERATE JAMB (UTME) PROFILE CODE ONCE IT BEGINS

Joint Admission and Matriculation Boards Profile Code generation for Jamb (Utme) Registration. candidates are to  follow the steps below

 

1. Ensure all your details on NIMC and other records (O’Level (Waec, Neco, Nabteb / A-Level results) are the same. 

      Then   a. Send: NIN (leave one space) your 11-digit NIN NUMBER to 55019 or 66019

                      Example: NIN 00000011111 to 55019/66019

                  b.  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 platform

           * 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.