JAMB 2026 UTME Registration Update: Official Dates, Fees, Eligibility & Full Guidelines for Nigerian Candidates

JAMB 2026 UTME Registration Update: Everything Candidates Must Know

JAMB 2026 UTME Registration has officially been announced, and this update is extremely important for every Nigerian candidate planning to gain admission into universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, or foreign institutions.

At MMC, we break it down clearly no confusion, no misleading information, just verified facts directly from JAMB.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT JAMB 2026

The JAMB 2026 UTME Registration applies to candidates within Nigeria and selected foreign centres. Registration is strictly online and can only be completed at JAMB-accredited CBT centres nationwide.

No private registration. No cyber café registration.

 JAMB 2026 UTME IMPORTANT DATES

• UTME & Direct Entry Registration Period
• Monday, 26 January – Saturday, 28 February 2026

UTME Examination Dates

• 16 April – 25 April 2026
• Mock UTME Date
• 28 March 2026

Direct Entry (DE) Registration

• 2 March – 25 April 2026
• Sales of UTME E-PIN
• 19 January – 26 February 2026

JAMB 2026 UTME ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

UTME Candidates

• Must be 16 years old by 30 September 2026
• Candidates below 16 may register but will not be admitted
• Minimum of five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language

Direct Entry (DE) Candidates

• ND, NCE, IJMB, NABTEB, HND, or Degree holders
• All DE candidates must register through JAMB

JAMB 2026 REGISTRATION FEES (OFFICIAL)

Total Cost

• UTME without Mock: ₦7,200
• UTME with Mock: ₦8,700
• Direct Entry E-PIN: ₦5,700

Fee Breakdown

• UTME Application Fee – ₦3,500
• Reading Text – ₦1,000
• CBT Registration – ₦700
• Optional Mock – ₦1,500
• Bank Charges – ₦500
• CBT Centre Service – ₦1,500

No cash payment is allowed at CBT centres.

JAMB PROFILE CREATION & E-PIN PROCESS

• To participate in JAMB 2026 UTME Registration, candidates must:
• Create a JAMB profile using their personal phone number
• Send “NIN” to 55019 or 66019

Receive a Profile Code

Purchase E-PIN from approved banks or online platforms

BIOMETRIC CAPTURE & REGISTRATION RULES

• Ten fingerprints and facial capture are mandatory
• Registration must be individual
• Biometric verification is required on exam day
• Any biometric mismatch = automatic disqualification

JAMB 2026 UTME EXAMINATION DETAILS

• UTME will be Computer-Based (CBT)
• Candidates must print exam slips with date, time & venue
• No change of exam centre after registration

MOCK UTME (OPTIONAL BUT SMART)

• The Mock UTME is highly recommended as it:
• Helps candidates understand CBT format
• Reduces exam anxiety
• Improves performance
• Available only at selected CBT centres

STRICT WARNINGS & PENALTIES

• JAMB has warned candidates against:
• Multiple registrations
• Impersonation
• Forgery or fake results
• Bringing phones or smart devices into exam halls
• Offenders will be disqualified and prosecuted

JAMB 2026 FOREIGN CENTRES

• Foreign centres are available in:
• UK
• Saudi Arabia
• UAE
• South Africa
• Foreign candidates pay $30

OFFICIAL SUPPORT & ENQUIRIES

• Official Website: www.jamb.gov.ng
• Complaints only via JAMB Online Ticketing Platform

FINAL NOTE FROM MMC

The JAMB 2026 UTME Registration process is strict, digital, and biometric-based. Any mistake can cost you admission. Follow official guidelines, register early, and avoid unverified agents.

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