Easy Step-by-Step Guide to Create JAMB Profile for 2025/2026 Registration
Creating Jamb profile for 2025/2026 Registration should be your number one priority, If you are planning to register for the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced that candidates can now create their profiles before the official registration starts. This will help reduce delays when UTME registration begins, due to number of candidates that will be using their platform
BELOW ARE STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE ON HOW TO CREATE JAMB PROFILE FOR 2025/2026 REGISTRATION
STEP ONE: ARRANGE AND GET YOUR DOCUMENTS READY
You will need to have your National Identification Number (NIN) ready. Make sure the phone number you want to use in creating your profile has not been previously used by someone else to register for UTME or DIRECT ENTRY in the past. Also, make sure the number is not on post-paid or special bundle package, this is because this process can only work if you have airtime on the sim at the point of registration.
STEP TWO: Create Jamb Profile
To begin your profile creation, follow the simple steps below
- Send your NIN by SMS to either 55019 or 66019 using your own phone number.
- Type “NIN,” leave a space, then add your 11-digit NIN number. The format should be like this: NIN 00123456789.
- Make sure you leave a space between “NIN” and your NIN number.
- After you send the message, you’ll get a 10-character Profile Code on the same phone number.
- If you registered in previous years, you will receive the same Profile Code on the number you used before.
Step Three: Saving Your Profile Code
The Profile Code you received from Jamb after creating your profile is important because it will be used for all future transactions with JAMB. Make sure to save it in a safe place, and remember the phone number you used to create your profile, as it will be the only way JAMB communicates with you later.
Step Four: Using Your Profile
Once your profile is created, you can now use your code for all future transactions with Jamb which include Application, Examination and Admission.
Here Are Few Tips You Must Remember
- The phone number you use to create your profile will be linked to your name and used for all messages about your 2025 or future JAMB applications, exams, and admission.
- If you are a returning candidate from previous years, you will still receive the same Profile Code on the number you used before.
- The profile you create now will stay the same for any future dealings with JAMB.
- Always remember the phone number you used, as JAMB will only contact you through that number.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the first thing I need to do to create my JAMB profile?
- You need to get your National Identification Number (NIN) ready first. Make sure your phone number has not been used by someone else for UTME or Direct Entry before.
2. Can I use any phone number to create my JAMB profile?
- No, you must use your personal phone number. Also, the phone number should not be on post-paid or special bundle packages. It must have airtime to work.
3. How do I send my NIN to create my JAMB profile?
- Type “NIN” followed by your 11-digit NIN number, leaving a space in between. Then, send it as an SMS to either 55019 or 66019 using your phone number.
4. What happens after I send my NIN to JAMB?
- After sending your NIN, you will receive a 10-character Profile Code on your phone. Keep it safe because you will need it for all JAMB transactions.
5. Will I get a new Profile Code every year?
- No. If you registered in previous years, you will receive the same Profile Code as before, as long as you are using the same phone number.
6. Why is it important to save my Profile Code?
- The Profile Code is very important because it will be used for all your future dealings with JAMB, including your application, exams, and admission.
7. What if I forget the phone number I used to create my profile?
- You must remember the phone number you used because JAMB will only contact you through that number for all future updates and notifications.
8. Can I change the phone number linked to my JAMB profile?
- No, you cannot change the phone number once your profile is created. The number stays linked to your profile for all communications.
9. Can I use the Profile Code for more than one JAMB registration?
- Yes, the Profile Code you create now will be used for all your future JAMB dealings, including application, examination, and admission.
10. What should I do if I don’t get my Profile Code after sending my NIN?
- If you don’t receive the Profile Code, double-check that you sent the correct NIN format (NIN followed by your 11-digit number) and that your phone number has enough airtime. You can try again or contact JAMB support if the problem persists.
