8 Most Common Mistakes to Avoid During JAMB Registration 2025/2026

We have disclosed the eight (8) most common mistakes to avoid during JAMB registration 2025/2026 and how it can affect you. Endeavour to read till the end in other not to repeat it.

To be admitted into a Nigerian tertiary institution in the upcoming 2025/2026 session, your sole aim should be starting now to prepare and register for the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

Well it might be considerably a workover on JAMB Registration, there are common errors that could alter your chances of securing an admission despite coming out with an excellent cut-off mark, and we intend to address these mistakes here.

Top Most Common Mistakes to Avoid During JAMB Registration 2025

Here are the mistakes which you should try to avoid at all means while registering for the 2025/2026 JAMB;

1. You must ensure that all your information are accurately filled and submitted at the JAMB Registration Centre
2. Your provided email must be yours and active
3. Early registration can help you avoid last-minute rush and complications
4. Regularly stay updated with the latest news by checking JAMB website
5. Ensure to print out your slip on time to know your examination date, center, and time
6. Try as much as possible to arrive early at the exams enter
7. During the application, do not use even your close person’s detail(s) to fill the application form in place of yours.
8. Pick the right subject combinations to avoid disqualification. You can reach out to an experienced person to help you out with this.

How to Register for JAMB 2025 Successfully

The registration steps quite involve petty steps, still, you need to be careful while processing it. 

1. Create a Profile Code

• Using SMS: Send your 11-digit NIN to 55019 or 66019 (i.e NIN 09876543210)
• Using USSD: Dial *66019*your NIN# or *55019*your NIN# (i.e *66019*09876543210#)

Either of the methods is approachable and your profile code will be forwarded to you. 

2. Purchase the JAMB e-PIN

• Visit any JAMB accredited Centre or bank
• Request and purchase the pin

3. Registration

• Visit an accredited Centre of JAMB
• Provide the e-PIN you purchased and other required details
• Capture your passport photograph and biometric information

After a successful application, you will be given a copy of your slip which proves your registration for 2025 JAMB. The slip also includes the examination details.

How to Print Out the JAMB Slip

Just a week to the commencement of the examination, you will have to print out your JAMB slip which will act as your gate pass into the hall which the UTME examination will hold.

The slip usually includes your registration number (Reg No), exams center, date, and time. On the day of the exams, you will not be allowed into the exam hall without thumbs printing which will be done after showing the slip.

To print the slip, you will need to visit a cyber cafe, preferably an accredited jamb registration center, you will be asked to provide your details, there on, the slip will be printed out for you.

To be on a safer side, we advise to double print the slip. Also, the slip could be printed in black and white or color. Either way, it doesn’t really matter.

Preparation Tips

Preparing for JAMB is as important as avoiding errors during the registration. Here are a few tips that could help you prepare for the upcoming UTME;

• Read and study the content of the recommended textbooks, past questions, and relevant study materials.
• You can join a JAMB tutorial center to be fully prepared. Forming a study group can be of a big help.
• Normalize the use of online practice tests to get used to the CBT format.

Important Information to Note

• Select up to four institutions that fit your first, second, third, and fourth choice. The first choice is the most important
• Avoid disqualification by selecting the appropriate subjects combination. There will not be a room for corrections afterwards
• If possible, participate in the mock exam though it is optional and recommended

Through adhering to the instructions highlighted in this guide and making sufficient preparations, we see you coming out successful. All we wish you is good luck!