How to Use Same Email, Phone Number, & Profile Code Twice in JAMB: Are you wondering if you can use the same email, phone number, and profile code twice in JAMB? Maybe you want to register for both UTME and Direct Entry (DE) exams or help a friend or sibling with their registration. Whatever the case, this blog post will answer your questions and guide you on using the same email, phone number, and profile code twice in JAMB.

What are Email, Phone Number, and Profile Code in JAMB?
Before we proceed, let us first understand what these terms mean and why they are important for JAMB registration.
- Email: This is the electronic mail address that you use to create your JAMB profile and receive important information from JAMB. You need a valid and active email address to register for JAMB.
- Phone Number: This is the mobile number that you use to send SMS to 55019 to get your profile code. You also need a phone number to receive confirmation messages from JAMB and your chosen CBT centre.
- Profile Code: This is the 10-digit code that is generated for you after you send your National Identification Number (NIN) to 55019. You need the profile code to purchase your e-pin and complete your registration at any accredited CBT centre.
Can You Use the Same Email, Phone Number and Profile Code Twice in JAMB?
The answer is YES, you can use the same email, phone number and profile code twice in JAMB, but only under certain conditions. These conditions are:
- You must be registering for both UTME and DE exams in the same year. You cannot use the same email, phone number and profile code for two different UTME or DE exams in different years.
- You must have completed your UTME registration before you can use the same email, phone number and profile code for DE registration. You cannot register for both UTME and DE at the same time or vice versa.
- You must indicate your interest in DE registration when you are purchasing your e-pin for UTME registration. You will be given an option to select UTME or DE or both. If you select both, you will pay an extra fee of ₦1,000 for DE application.
- You must use the same e-pin that you used for UTME registration to register for DE. You do not need to buy another e-pin for DE registration.
- You must register for DE at the same CBT centre where you registered for UTME. You cannot register for DE at a different CBT centre from where you registered for UTME.
How to Use the Same Email, Phone Number, and Profile Code Twice in JAMB
If you meet the conditions above, then you can follow these steps to use the same email, phone number and profile code twice in JAMB:
- Create your personal email address and get an active phone number from any of the network service providers.
- Register with NIMC to get your National Identification Number (NIN) if you do not have one already. You can check this guide on how to register for NIN.
- Create your JAMB profile by sending your NIN as SMS to 55019. You will receive a profile code on your phone number. Note down the profile code and keep it safe.
- Buy your e-pin from any of JAMB designated e-pin sales point (Banks, NIPOST e.t.c). When you are buying your e-pin, make sure you select both UTME and DE as your exam type. You will pay ₦6,700 for both exams instead of ₦5,700 for UTME only or ₦4,700 for DE only.
- Visit any accredited CBT centre near you with your e-pin, profile code, NIN slip, O’level results and passport photograph. Complete your UTME registration by filling the online form, choosing your preferred exam date and time, selecting your four subject combinations and printing out your registration slip.
- After completing your UTME registration, you can proceed to register for DE at the same CBT centre. You do not need to buy another e-pin or send another SMS to 55019. Just use the same e-pin and profile code that you used for UTME registration. Complete your DE registration by filling the online form, choosing your preferred institution, course and qualification and printing out your registration slip.
Conclusion
Using the same email, phone number and profile code twice in JAMB is possible if you are registering for both UTME and DE exams in the same year. However, you must follow the steps and conditions outlined in this blog post to avoid any problems or errors. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them below. Thank you for reading and good luck with your exams.
FAQs
When will JAMB registration start and end for 2025/2026?
According to the official announcement by JAMB, the registration for the 2025/2026 UTME and DE exams will start on January 13, 2025 and end on February 17, 2025. Candidates are advised to register early and avoid late rush.
How much is JAMB registration fee for 2025/2026?
The JAMB registration fee for candidates from Nigeria is ₦3,500 for UTME or DE, plus ₦500 for the reading text “The Life Changer” by Khadija Abubakar Jali, and ₦700 for the service charge at the CBT centre. The total amount is ₦4,700. Candidates from foreign countries are to pay $20 or its equivalent in each of the countries.
How can I create my JAMB profile and get my profile code?
To create your JAMB profile and get your profile code, you need to have a valid and active email address and a phone number. You also need to register with NIMC to get your National Identification Number (NIN) if you do not have one already. Then, you need to send your NIN as SMS to 55019 or 66019. You will receive a 10-digit profile code on your phone number. Note down the profile code and keep it safe.
How can I buy my JAMB e-pin and where can I use it?
To buy your JAMB e-pin, you need to have your profile code ready. You can buy your e-pin from any of the JAMB designated e-pin sales points, such as banks, NIPOST, mobile money operators, etc. You can also buy your e-pin online using the JAMB e-facility portal. You need to use your e-pin to complete your registration at any accredited CBT centre near you.
Can I register for both UTME and DE exams with the same email, phone number and profile code?
Yes, you can register for both UTME and DE exams with the same email, phone number and profile code, but only under certain conditions. These conditions are:
– You must be registering for both UTME and DE exams in the same year. You cannot use the same email, phone number and profile code for two different UTME or DE exams in different years.
– You must have completed your UTME registration before you can use the same email, phone number and profile code for DE registration. You cannot register for both UTME and DE at the same time or vice versa.
– You must indicate your interest in DE registration when you are purchasing your e-pin for UTME registration. You will be given an option to select UTME or DE or both. If you select both, you will pay an extra fee of ₦1,000 for DE application.
– You must use the same e-pin that you used for UTME registration to register for DE. You do not need to buy another e-pin for DE registration.
– You must register for DE at the same CBT centre where you registered for UTME. You cannot register for DE at a different CBT centre from where you registered for UTME.
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I used the same email for this 2024 jamb😩 ….how do I do correction
I registered for jamb last year but couldn’t gain admission,am registering again with same phone number to generate my profile code will it work
Can two candidates use same Email for jamb registration
No, not possible
1. Is it possible to use the same profile code if you’re registering for only jamb.
2. I misplaced he sim I used to register jamb and I was not the one who registered it, what should I do?
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Same with me 😔🤦
The sim I used to register was stolen with my phone and I wanted to generate another profile code but I was being sent a message that my former number was already registered with the NIN
So I’m about to take direct entry form can I use the same email address I used in the last jamb that is the jamb I used to gain admission In the polytechnic?
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Na u help me dis year o
My warm appreciation goes to u the author
My email got hacked last year I can’t access it I wrote last year but didn’t go to the school
Can I use a fresh email and same profile code for this year jamb pls I need answers pls 😭😢
I just used a number to get profile code last year but not later register for jamb can I use the number this year again pls I need your help
Please I used the same gmail I used in 2019 or 2020 to register for this year jamb
I hope I won’t encounter any problem🥲
Please how can I get my previous profile code for the past year to use it at the current year and how will I be able to use it for jamb like I did the first time
I can’t get my profile code I used last year and I’m told that i would apply for utme and DE before I can sit for it and I don’t know how …
How can i use the same profile code twice
Pls i used the same profile code that i used last two years, and i haven’t recieve any mails since the recent jamb registration, pls what is the problem
I’m abubakar Abdulrahman
I’m not registering for DE,Is it possible to use the same email address for jamb only