The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has continued its preparations for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration, with new updates emerging daily. As candidates across Nigeria gear up for the process, it is essential to stay informed about the latest developments, guidelines, and important dates. In today’s update for 2nd February 2025, we provide the most recent information on JAMB registration, including key announcements, changes, and requirements to help candidates navigate the process smoothly.
JAMB 2025 UTME Registration Begins Tomorrow, February 3rd
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) will officially commence the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) registration tomorrow, Monday, February 3, 2025. The registration process, which was initially scheduled to begin on January 31, 2025, was postponed due to necessary adjustments in registration templates and the need to review fraudulent CBT centres.
Key Registration Details
JAMB has confirmed that the registration will now run from February 3, 2025, to March 5, 2025. Candidates who wish to apply for Direct Entry (DE) will have their registration window open from March 10, 2025, to April 7, 2025.
How to Register for JAMB 2025
To successfully complete the UTME registration, candidates must:
- Obtain a National Identification Number (NIN) – This is mandatory for all applicants.
- Generate a JAMB Profile Code by sending their NIN via SMS to 55019 or 66019.
- Purchase a JAMB ePIN from authorized banks, online payment platforms, or USSD codes.
- Visit a JAMB-accredited CBT centre to complete their biometric and online registration.
- Print their JAMB registration slip after successful completion.
Registration Fees
- ₦7,200 for UTME (without Mock-UTME)
- ₦8,200 for UTME (with Mock-UTME)
- ₦5,700 for Direct Entry (DE) registration
The breakdown of fees includes:
- JAMB ePIN (Form): ₦3,500
- Compulsory Reading Text: ₦1,000 (The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba)
- CBT Centre Registration Service Charge: ₦700
- UTME Service Charge: ₦1,500
- Mock-UTME Service Charge (if applicable): ₦1,500
- Bank Charges: ₦500
- CBT Mock-UTME Centre Charge: ₦1,500 (if applicable)
Important Dates
- Mock-UTME Exam: April 5, 2025 (for candidates who opt in)
- Main UTME Exam: April 25 – May 5, 2025
- JAMB Exam Slip Reprint Date: April 18, 2025
- JAMB Result Release Date: May 7, 2025
JAMB’s Assurance to Candidates
JAMB has reassured candidates that all necessary adjustments have been made to ensure a smooth registration process. The Board has also warned against registering at unauthorized cybercafés and non-accredited centres to avoid issues with their application.
For more details and official updates, candidates should visit the official JAMB website or follow JAMB’s social media channels.
JAMB Releases 2025 UTME and Direct Entry Registration Requirements
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the requirements for the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) registration. As the registration begins on Monday, February 3, 2025, candidates must carefully review the eligibility criteria to ensure a smooth registration process.
One of the major requirements for JAMB 2025 registration is the National Identification Number (NIN), which is mandatory for all candidates. To generate a JAMB Profile Code, candidates must send an SMS with “NIN [space] 11-digit NIN number” to 55019 or 66019. This profile code is required to purchase the JAMB ePIN, which can be obtained from accredited banks, online payment platforms, or USSD services. After obtaining the ePIN, candidates must visit a JAMB-accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre to complete their registration.
JAMB has also set an age requirement for candidates applying for admission into tertiary institutions. To qualify for admission, a candidate must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2025. However, exceptionally brilliant candidates under 16 years old may be considered for admission if they score at least 280 in UTME and perform excellently in their Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) and Post-UTME assessments.
For UTME applicants, candidates must possess a minimum of five (5) credit passes in their O’Level results, including Mathematics and English Language. These results must be from recognized examination bodies such as WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, or GCE and must not be obtained from more than two sittings. Candidates with awaiting results can also register but must upload their results before the admission process begins.
For Direct Entry (DE) candidates, JAMB has stated that applicants must hold an ND, NCE, IJMB, or an equivalent qualification from a recognized institution. Additionally, they must submit their academic transcripts and other supporting documents to validate their qualifications for direct admission into universities.
JAMB has confirmed that the 2025 registration fee remains ₦7,200 for UTME (without Mock-UTME), ₦8,200 for UTME (with Mock-UTME), and ₦5,700 for Direct Entry (DE) registration. The breakdown of the fees includes ₦3,500 for the JAMB ePIN, ₦1,000 for the compulsory reading text (The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba), ₦700 for CBT centre registration, ₦1,500 for the UTME service charge, and ₦500 for bank charges. Candidates opting for the Mock-UTME will be required to pay an additional ₦1,500.
To ensure fairness and transparency, JAMB has strictly warned candidates to register only at accredited CBT centres. The board has also announced that candidates will be able to reprint their JAMB examination slips from April 18, 2025, to check their exam date, time, and venue. The Mock-UTME is scheduled for April 5, 2025, while the main UTME will take place from April 25 to May 5, 2025.
As the JAMB 2025 registration officially begins, candidates are encouraged to register early and follow all official guidelines to avoid complications. For more details and official updates, candidates and parents are advised to visit the official JAMB website.
Candidates Express Frustration Over JAMB 2025 UTME Registration Postponement
The sudden postponement of the 2025 JAMB UTME registration, originally set to begin on January 31, 2025, has sparked frustration among prospective candidates and parents. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) announced that registration will now commence on Monday, February 3, 2025, citing the need for adjustments to registration templates and a review of fraudulent Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres.
Candidates React to the Last-Minute Change
Many candidates took to social media to express their disappointment, particularly over the timing of the announcement, which they argue came too late for those who had already traveled to their registration centres.
Twitter user @YunusaEyan criticized the impromptu nature of the postponement, stating:
“Even though the reasons are understandable, the postponement is impromptu. So please, next time, let it not be on the same date when many candidates have already traveled and are present at the centers. It’s challenging, given the economic situation we are in!”
Another frustrated candidate, @martineba00, expressed concern about wasted transportation costs, writing:
“Why are you guys just like this? You’ve made my siblings waste money we could have used for better things just for transport because they wanted to register for JAMB, and now you’re postponing again. Fix up!”
Similarly, @JohnEmmanuel157 questioned the timing of JAMB’s announcement, saying:
“You people should have made this announcement earlier, not when students have already moved to centers, gathered, and wasted money.”
JAMB’s Justification for the Postponement
According to JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, the delay was necessary due to:
- The suspension of certain law programs at selected universities by the Council for Legal Education, requiring updates to the registration system.
- The discovery of deceptive CBT centres that gained accreditation using fraudulent means, requiring further scrutiny and disapproval.
JAMB acknowledged the inconvenience caused to candidates and assured that the extra time would be used to improve the registration process and eliminate fraudulent CBT centres.
Updated Registration Timeline
- New UTME Registration Start Date: Monday, February 3, 2025
- Registration Deadline: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
- Direct Entry (DE) Registration: March 10 – April 7, 2025
- Mock-UTME Exam Date: April 5, 2025
- Main UTME Exam Dates: April 25 – May 5, 2025
What Next for Candidates?
Despite the backlash, JAMB has urged candidates to remain patient and use the extra time to prepare their registration documents properly. Candidates are also advised to register only at accredited CBT centres and to stay updated on further announcements via the official JAMB website.
Arewa Yoruba Group Urges Tinubu to Pay JAMB Registration Fees for 2025 Candidates
The Association of Arewa Yoruba Youths (AAYY) has appealed to the federal government to cover the 2025 JAMB Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) registration fees for all eligible students in Nigeria. The group believes this move would help cushion the economic hardship many parents are currently facing.
A Call for Financial Relief for Students
In a statement issued by the association’s National Coordinator, Lawal Hussein Taiye, the group emphasized the financial strain on parents, noting that last year, about 1.8 million students registered for JAMB, and this year, the figure is expected to rise to around 2 million.
Hussein calculated that with the current JAMB registration cost averaging ₦7,000 per candidate, the federal government would need approximately ₦14 billion to cover registration fees for all applicants across the country.
“This will assist parents and less privileged students to register for the examination, considering the present hardship many families are facing in Nigeria,” Hussein stated.
Criticism of Conditional Cash Transfer Program
The group also criticized the federal government’s N75,000 conditional cash transfer program, arguing that the funds might not reach the real beneficiaries and could end up in the hands of selfish politicians.
Hussein urged the government to adopt a more transparent and digitalized method of disbursing financial aid to ensure intended beneficiaries receive direct support.
Education as a National Priority
The AAYY believes that paying JAMB registration fees for Nigerian students would be a more impactful intervention than the conditional cash transfer program.
“Paying JAMB examination fees this year will go a long way in helping families who cannot afford to register their children,” Hussein added.
The youth group called on President Bola Tinubu’s administration to prioritize policies that directly benefit struggling Nigerians, particularly in the education sector, to ensure equal access to higher learning opportunities for all students.
Sokoto Govt Approves Free JAMB Registration for Indigent Students
The Sokoto State Government has approved free JAMB/UTME and Direct Entry (DE) registration for financially disadvantaged students in the state as part of its commitment to education. The initiative, which aligns with Governor Ahmad Aliyu’s 9-point agenda, aims to support qualified but underprivileged students by covering the cost of their JAMB registration forms for the 2025/2026 academic session.
State Government’s Commitment to Education
In an official statement released on Friday, the Commissioner for Higher Education, Professor Isa Muhammad Maishanu, highlighted the governor’s recognition of the financial challenges faced by many families. In addition to waiving the JAMB registration fee, the state government has also approved the payment of online registration fees for all beneficiaries.
“This initiative is aimed at helping indigent students gain admission into universities and other tertiary institutions across the country,” Professor Maishanu stated.
How Beneficiaries Can Register
To ensure a fair and efficient distribution process, the free JAMB registration PINs will be available at the 23 Local Government Secretariats across Sokoto State.
Eligible students must follow these steps to register:
- Visit their respective Local Government Secretariats to collect and complete the necessary registration forms.
- Generate a JAMB Profile Code by texting: NIN (space) followed by their 11-digit National Identification Number (NIN) to 55019.
- Meet the academic requirement of at least five credits, including Mathematics and English, to qualify for the program.
Encouragement for Beneficiaries
The Sokoto State Ministry for Higher Education will oversee the distribution process to ensure transparency and efficiency. The ministry has encouraged all beneficiaries to take full advantage of this opportunity by preparing thoroughly for their UTME and DE examinations.
This initiative reinforces Governor Ahmad Aliyu’s commitment to improving access to quality education and ensuring that no deserving student is left behind due to financial constraints.
Conclusion
As JAMB 2025 registration progresses, candidates are advised to adhere strictly to the outlined guidelines, stay updated on new developments, and avoid last-minute rushes. Ensuring all necessary documents and requirements are met on time will make the registration process seamless. Stay connected for further updates, and best wishes to all candidates preparing for the UTME and Direct Entry examinations.