JAMB begins 2026 Direct Entry Registration – See details

This is a comprehensive guide to the 2026 JAMB Direct Entry (DE) registration process. I have rewritten the information into a structured, easy-to-read format to help candidates navigate the requirements and procedures.

Key Dates & Costs

• Registration Deadline: Saturday, April 25, 2026 (includes ePIN vending).
• Registration Fee: N5,700.
• Location: Registration must be completed only at JAMB State or Zonal offices nationwide.

Academic Requirements

To qualify for Direct Entry, you need a minimum of five O’Level credit passes (max two sittings), with at least two at the Principal or Advanced level.

Accepted Qualifications:

• First Degree (Nigeria or Abroad), University Diploma, or HND.
• National Diploma: Accepted only for intakes up to 2024.
• NCE/IJMB/JUPEB/NABTEB (ANBC/ANTC) or Cambridge A-Level.
• Important: Awarding institutions must forward verification to JAMB before registration is finalized. Statement of results is valid for 3 years (1 year for NCE).

Step 1: Profile Creation (NIN Method)

Your phone number is your permanent ID. Do not use a number previously used by someone else.

1. Send SMS: Text “NIN [Your 11-digit Number]” to 55019 or 66019.
2. Receive Code: You will receive a 10-character Profile Code.
   • Tip: If you registered in previous years, use the same number to receive the same code.
3. SIM Maintenance: If you bought a SIM just for this, use your Telco’s “Keep My Number” (KMN) service to prevent the line from being reassigned.

Step 2: e-PIN Purchase & Payment

1. Visit a Vendor: Take your Profile Code to NIPOST, a bank, or participating Microfinance banks/MMOs.
2. Payment: Pay the N5,700 fee.
3. Receive e-PIN: The vendor will send the e-PIN to your registered phone number via SMS.

Step 3: Direct Entry Registration at JAMB Office

Visit a JAMB State or Zonal office with your Profile Code and e-PIN.

• Biometrics: You must capture all ten fingers and a live photograph (no passport uploads allowed).
• Data Required: * Previous Matriculation Number and Awarding Institution.
  • Year of graduation and subjects of qualification.
  • Disclosure: You must disclose if you have been previously admitted/matriculated elsewhere. Failure to do so will invalidate your application.

Self-Service & Troubleshooting

• Lost Profile Code? SMS “RESEND” to 55019 or 66019.
• Forgot Password? SMS “PASSWORD [Email Address]” to 55019 or 66019.
• Complaints: Do not write letters. Create a support ticket at jamb.gov.ng via the “Quicklinks” section.

Vital Rules to Remember

No Proxy Registration: Parents or guardians are not allowed to transact on your behalf. Sharing your password makes you liable for any errors or fraud.

Group Registration: Schools or tutorial centers are strictly forbidden from registering candidates in groups.

Duplicate Applications: Register only once. If you make a mistake, apply for a correction rather than buying a new form, as multiple applications will disqualify you.