How Much is JAMB Form 2025/2026?

How Much is JAMB Form 2025/2026?: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is the body that conducts the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) for candidates seeking admission into various tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Every year, millions of candidates register for the JAMB examination, a prerequisite for admission into universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and other institutions.

How Much is JAMB Form 2025/2026?

If you are one of the candidates interested in registering for the JAMB examination in 2025/2026, you might wonder how much the JAMB form costs and what other expenses are involved. This blog post will answer these questions and provide all the information you need about the JAMB registration process, requirements, fees, and deadlines.

JAMB Registration Fee for 2025/2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the registration fees for the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE). The cost remains the same as the previous year, with different components making up the total registration fee.

The JAMB application fee for both UTME and DE candidates is ₦3,500. This covers the standard registration process, granting candidates access to sit for the examination. Additionally, UTME candidates are required to purchase a compulsory novel for ₦1,000, which will be used for the Use of English section in the exam. The official novel for 2025/2026 is yet to be announced.

Candidates must also pay a ₦700 service charge to the accredited CBT centre where they will complete their registration. This fee ensures that registration is processed smoothly. Apart from this, candidates taking the UTME are required to pay a ₦1,500 CBT centre examination service charge, which covers the cost of conducting the computer-based test.

For those interested in participating in the optional mock UTME, an additional ₦1,500 is required. This gives candidates a chance to familiarize themselves with the CBT environment before the main examination. There is also a ₦500 bank charge, covering administrative and processing fees during registration.

Total Cost of JAMB Registration for 2025/2026

Candidates who opt for the mock exam will pay a total of ₦8,700, covering all necessary charges. Those who choose not to take the mock exam will pay ₦7,200. Meanwhile, Direct Entry (DE) candidates are required to pay ₦5,700 since they do not participate in the UTME examination.

Additional Expenses to Consider

The JAMB registration fee does not include certain additional costs that candidates may incur during the registration process. These include internet access fees for profile creation and registration, document printing for registration slips, and transportation costs to CBT centres for registration and the actual examination.

To avoid unauthorized charges, candidates should ensure they register only at JAMB-accredited CBT centres. The registration deadline is March 3, 2025, and all prospective candidates are encouraged to complete their registration as early as possible to avoid last-minute challenges.

JAMB Registration Process for 2025/2026

The JAMB registration process for 2025/2026 is not yet officially available. Therefore, the JAMB form 2025/2026 is not yet accessible online at www.jamb.gov.ng. In other words, neither the UTME form nor the portal is now available for purchase.

However, based on the previous year’s experience, we can expect that the JAMB registration process for 2025/2026 will follow these steps:

• Create a profile code by sending your name (Surname, First Name and Middle Name) as an SMS to 55019. You will receive a 10-digit profile code on your phone. This code will be used to purchase your e-PIN from any bank or online platform.
• Purchase your e-PIN from any of the participating banks or online platforms using your profile code. You will receive a confirmation SMS with your e-PIN and a reference number.
• Visit any accredited CBT centre with your personal details, e-PIN and reference number. You will be required to provide your biometric data (fingerprints and facial image), upload your passport photograph and O’level results (if available), choose your preferred institutions and courses, and print out your registration slip.
• Prepare for your examination by studying the syllabus and past questions provided by JAMB. You can also practice with the JAMB mock examination if you wish.
• Check your examination date and centre by printing out your examination slip from www.jamb.gov.ng or using the JAMB mobile app.
• Sit for your examination at your assigned date and centre. You must bring your examination slip, a valid ID card, and a novel copy.
• Check your result by sending “RESULT” as an SMS to 55019 or using the JAMB mobile app or website.

JAMB Registration Deadline for 2025/2026

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the registration deadlines for the 2025/2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) applications. Candidates planning to participate in the examination are urged to complete their registration before the stipulated deadlines to avoid last-minute challenges.

For UTME candidates, the registration process commenced on Monday, 3rd February 2025, and will close on Saturday, 8th March 2025. Additionally, the deadline for purchasing the E-PIN required for registration is Wednesday, 5th March 2025. This means that candidates who fail to obtain their E-PIN before this date will not be able to register for the examination.

Direct Entry (DE) candidates, on the other hand, have a separate registration period. The sale of E-PINs and registration for DE applicants will begin on Monday, 10th March 2025, and will end on Monday, 7th April 2025. Unlike UTME registration, which is conducted at accredited CBT centers, DE registration will be done exclusively at JAMB state and zonal offices.

JAMB has advised all prospective candidates to register as early as possible to avoid any inconveniences. Candidates are also encouraged to follow official registration guidelines and visit accredited registration centers to prevent issues related to invalid registrations.

Conclusion

In conclusion, we have discussed the cost of the JAMB form and the other expenses involved in registering for 2025/2026. We have also explained the JAMB registration process, requirements, fees, and deadlines for 2025/2026. We hope that this blog post has been helpful and informative for you.

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We wish you all the best in your JAMB examination and admission process.

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