JAMB Registration Extension 2025 – What Every Candidate Must Know

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) 2025 UTME registration has been a major topic of discussion among candidates, especially as the March 8 deadline has passed. Many candidates who faced profile code issues, NIN-related problems, or financial difficulties have been anxiously waiting for an update on whether JAMB would extend the registration period.

With over 2 million candidates successfully registered, the 2025 UTME is expected to be one of the most competitive exams in recent years. However, thousands of students could not complete their registration before the deadline, leading to widespread speculation about a possible deadline extension.

Will JAMB extend the 2025 UTME registration? Will those who missed it get another chance? Let’s take a closer look at the latest updates.

Candidates Beg for JAMB Registration Extension

In the days leading up to the March 8 deadline, many candidates who had not yet registered took to social media, begging JAMB to extend the registration period.

Some candidates shared heartbreaking stories about how they had been saving up for the registration fee but couldn’t raise the full amount in time. Others complained about technical difficulties at CBT centers, which prevented them from completing their registration before the deadline.

One candidate wrote, “Please, JAMB should just give us a few more days. I have everything ready, but my profile code wasn’t generating. If I miss this year, that means I have to stay at home again for another year.”

The pressure from candidates became so intense that rumors began circulating that JAMB would extend the registration deadline by a few more days. Many students and parents remained hopeful, expecting JAMB to make an official announcement.

But did JAMB actually extend the registration?

JAMB’s Strict Warning to Candidates

While some sources falsely claimed that JAMB had extended the registration, the Board remained silent on the matter for several days.

JAMB had previously warned candidates to complete their registration on time, stating that there would be no extension beyond March 8. The Board emphasized that any delay from candidates was not its responsibility, as CBT centers had been available nationwide since February 3 for registration.

A senior JAMB official stated, “We have given enough time for registration. Candidates were advised to complete their registration before the deadline, and we made it clear that no extension would be granted.”

At this point, many candidates still hoped for a last-minute change. Some even rushed to CBT centers, thinking that an extension had been granted.

So, what did JAMB finally decide?

Final Announcement: No JAMB Registration Extension for 2025 UTME

Despite all the pleas and speculations, JAMB did not extend the 2025 UTME registration deadline.

The Board officially confirmed that the March 8 deadline was final, and no additional time would be given for late registration. Candidates who failed to register before the deadline will have to wait until the next admission cycle.

JAMB made it clear that extending the registration period would affect the entire examination timeline, including:

• The Mock UTME, which is scheduled for April 5, 2025.
• The Main UTME, which will take place from April 25 to May 5, 2025.
• The release of results and the admission process for the 2025/2026 academic session.

What Happens Next for Those Who Missed JAMB Registration?

If you were unable to register for JAMB 2025, all hope is not lost. You still have a few options:

1. Consider Direct Entry (DE) Registration – If you have OND, NCE, or another advanced qualification, you can still apply for Direct Entry admission.
2. Look for admission without JAMB – Some universities, polytechnics, and colleges offer part-time, diploma, or IJMB programs that do not require JAMB.
3. Prepare for Next Year – If none of the above options work for you, use this time to study and get fully prepared for JAMB 2026.

For those who successfully registered, stay focused and prepare well. JAMB has warned against exam malpractice, and candidates must adhere to all guidelines to avoid disqualification.

While many hoped for an extension, JAMB has stuck to its schedule. Now, the focus shifts to the exam itself—April 25 is fast approaching, and only the well-prepared will succeed.