Registering for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam is one of the most important steps toward gaining admission into a Nigerian university, polytechnic, or college of education.

Every year, thousands of candidates make avoidable mistakes during registration — wrong subject combinations, incorrect names, mismatched NIN details, and more — leading to stress or even disqualification.

If you want a smooth registration, this ultimate Naijamixed guide will walk you through everything you need to know about filling the JAMB 2026 form correctly.

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📅 JAMB 2026 Registration Dates and Fees

• Registration starts January 26, 2026 and closes February 28, 2026.

• UTME fee is about ₦7,200 without mock and ₦8,700 with mock, while Direct Entry costs ₦5,700.

The UTME exam itself is expected to hold between April 16 and April 25, 2026, with the mock scheduled for March 28, 2026.

👉 Register early to avoid network failures and crowded CBT centres.

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Step-by-Step Video Guide

Watching a practical tutorial helps you avoid costly mistakes.

Use this as a visual walkthrough of the CBT process and instructions candidates receive before the exam.

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Requirements Before Filling JAMB Form 2026

Before you even think of visiting a CBT centre, prepare the following.

✅ Mandatory Requirements

• National Identification Number (NIN) is compulsory before registration.

• Personal phone number and active email address.

• O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB); awaiting result is allowed.

• Passport photograph (usually taken at the CBT centre).

• Registration fee payment.

You must also ensure all details match your NIN, because discrepancies can cause errors or disqualification.

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📊 Quick Checklist Table

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VIDEO: Step-by-Step Guide to Fill JAMB 2026 Form Without Mistakes

Let’s go deep into the exact process recommended by education authorities.

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✅ Step 1: Get Your NIN

You cannot register without it.

Visit a NIMC enrolment centre if you don’t have one yet.

Pro Tip:
Use your personal phone number for NIN — do NOT use a parent’s SIM.

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✅ Step 2: Generate Your JAMB Profile Code

Send:

to 55019 or 66019 to receive your 10-digit profile code.

Keep this code safe — it is compulsory for registration.

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✅ Step 3: Buy Your JAMB ePIN

Purchase the electronic PIN using your profile code at:

• Approved banks

• Online platforms like Remita or Quickteller

• POS agents

• JAMB offices

The ePIN is used once and confirms your payment.

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✅ Step 4: Visit an Accredited CBT Centre

Registration must be done at licensed CBT centres — not cybercafés.

At the centre:

• Submit your profile code

• Provide personal details

• Choose institutions and subjects

• Capture biometrics

• Snap passport

• Review data before submission

Biometric capture is required for successful registration.

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✅ Step 5: Choose Subjects and Institutions Carefully

Candidates can select up to four institutions and must ensure the subject combination matches their course.

Mistakes here can destroy admission chances.

👉 Always check the official brochure before selecting a course.

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✅ Step 6: Upload O’Level Results

You need at least five credit passes including English, while Mathematics is required for science and social science programs.

Awaiting results can be indicated during registration.

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✅ Step 7: Print Your Registration Slip

After completing registration, collect your e-slip containing:

• Registration number

• Exam town

• Subjects

• Institutions

Keep it safe — you will need it later.

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TOTAL Cost Breakdown (2026)

Total ranges between ₦7,200 and ₦8,700 depending on mock selection.

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15 Mistakes You Must Avoid During JAMB Registration

🚨 1. Using Wrong NIN Details

Information must match your NIN to prevent errors.

🚨 2. Registering at Cybercafés

Only accredited CBT centres are allowed.

🚨 3. Nicknames Instead of Real Names

Use official names when filling biodata.

🚨 4. Wrong Subject Combination

🚨 5. Choosing a Course Without Checking Requirements

🚨 6. Typing Wrong Email

🚨 7. Losing Profile Code

🚨 8. Waiting Until Deadline

🚨 9. Using Someone Else’s Phone Number

🚨 10. Ignoring Slip Verification

🚨 11. Selecting Wrong Exam Town

🚨 12. Uploading Incorrect Results

🚨 13. Skipping Mock Without Strategy

🚨 14. Multiple Applications (can cause cancellation).

🚨 15. Leaving the Centre Without Reviewing Your Data

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Expert Tips to Fill JAMB Form Perfectly

✔ Write Down Your Biodata First

Preparing details beforehand helps avoid errors during registration.

✔ Use Gmail

Recommended for portal access.

✔ Register Early

Avoid overcrowding and network failures.

✔ Double-Check Everything

Review all details before submission.

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What Happens After Registration?

You will receive your exam schedule on the slip closer to the test date.

Candidates also get the recommended English novel — “The Lekki headmaster by  clicking here— during registration.