JAMB 2027: Registration Date, Fee, How to Get Your Profile Code and Full Preparation Guide

📌 Quick Summary: JAMB has not yet officially announced the 2027 UTME registration date as of September 2026. Based on the consistent JAMB annual pattern — 2026 registration opened January 26, 2025 registration opened February 3 — the 2027 UTME registration is expected to open in late January 2027 and close in late February or early March 2027. The main 2027 UTME exam is expected in April 2027. The 2027 JAMB novel has not yet been announced — JAMB typically announces the recommended text in November or December before registration. This NaijaSabi guide tells you everything you need to do RIGHT NOW to prepare for JAMB 2027 — before registration even opens — so you are not rushing when the portal goes live.

Every year, thousands of Nigerian students miss out on smooth JAMB registration because they waited until the portal opened before sorting their NIN, their email address, their profile code and their understanding of the process. The students who register without problems are not luckier — they prepared earlier. JAMB 2027 registration is expected to open in January 2027. That gives every student reading this right now several months to get their documentation in order, understand the full process, and walk into their CBT centre on registration day with everything already sorted. This NaijaSabi guide covers the complete 2027 JAMB preparation — what is confirmed, what is expected, and the exact steps you need to take starting today.

The 2026 UTME Pattern — What 2027 Will Look Like

JAMB follows a remarkably consistent annual schedule. The 2026 cycle is now complete — here is exactly what happened, which shows you what to expect in 2027:

Monitor JAMB’s official channels — jamb.gov.ng and JAMB’s official X (Twitter) handle @JAMBHQ — from November 2026 for the official 2027 registration date announcement and the 2027 recommended novel announcement. NaijaSabi will also update this article the moment JAMB makes any 2027 announcement.

What to Do RIGHT NOW to Prepare for JAMB 2027

Do not wait for registration to open. Every step below can — and should — be completed before January 2027. Students who complete these steps now will register in minutes when the portal opens. Students who skip this preparation will spend registration week chasing their NIN and scrambling for airtime.

Step 1 — Get Your NIN (If You Do Not Have One)

Your National Identification Number (NIN) is the single most important prerequisite for JAMB 2027 registration. Without a valid NIN, you cannot generate a JAMB profile code, and without a profile code, you cannot purchase your e-PIN or complete registration. JAMB has made NIN mandatory since 2021 — this will not change for 2027.

How to get your NIN:

• Visit any National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) enrolment centre near you — NIMC has offices in all 36 states, local government areas and increasingly in bank branches, telecoms stores and post offices
• Bring: your birth certificate, a passport photograph, and any government-issued document confirming your name and date of birth
• Your biometric data (fingerprints and photograph) will be captured at the centre
• Your NIN slip is issued at the centre — your 11-digit NIN is on this slip
• NIN registration is free at government NIMC centres. Ignore agents who charge you for NIN registration — it is a scam

If you already have a NIN: Confirm it is linked to an active phone number registered in your name. Your JAMB profile code is sent to the phone number linked to your NIN — if the number is inactive or belongs to someone else, you will not receive your code. Visit any NIMC office or use the NIMC self-service portal (nimc.gov.ng) to confirm and update your linked number if needed.

Step 2 — Get a Unique Phone Number for JAMB

JAMB requires every candidate to use a unique phone number — a number that has never been previously used to register on the JAMB platform — to generate their profile code. If you used your phone number for a previous JAMB registration (even years ago), that number may be blocked from generating a new profile code.

If your regular number was previously used for JAMB, get a new SIM registered in your name for JAMB 2027 registration purposes. Ensure the new SIM is registered with your correct NIN under the NIN-SIM linkage requirement.

Step 3 — Set Up a Personal Email Address

JAMB requires a valid, active email address for registration. The email address must be:

• Personal — in your own name, not shared with a parent or sibling
• Active — you must be able to access and read emails sent to it
• Not previously used for a JAMB registration

Create a Gmail address (gmail.com) specifically for your JAMB registration and academic applications if you do not have one. Write down the email and password and keep them somewhere safe — losing access to your JAMB email during the admission process causes serious complications.

Step 4 — Generate Your JAMB Profile Code (Do This Once Registration Opens)

Your JAMB profile code is a 10-digit number generated from your NIN. It is what you use to purchase your JAMB e-PIN. Here is the confirmed method used for 2026 that will apply to 2027:

By SMS (most common method):

1. Open your phone’s messaging app
2. Type: NIN [space] your 11-digit NIN number — for example: NIN 12345678901
3. Send the message to 55019 or 66019
4. A ₦50 SMS charge applies — ensure you have sufficient airtime before sending
5. You will receive your 10-digit JAMB profile code by SMS within minutes
6. Save the profile code immediately — screenshot it and write it down

By USSD (alternative method):

• Dial *55019*1*[your NIN]# or *66019*1*[your NIN]# on your phone
• Follow the prompts to receive your profile code

By JAMB eFacility portal (online):

• Visit efacility.jamb.gov.ng
• Create or log in to your JAMB eFacility account
• Link your NIN to generate your profile code online

Common profile code problems and solutions:

• No SMS received: Check you have sufficient airtime. Try again after 30 minutes. If still nothing, confirm your NIN is correctly linked to the phone number you are using at a NIMC office
• “Phone number already used” error: Your number was used for a previous JAMB registration. Use a different number registered in your name
• “Invalid NIN” error: Your NIN was entered incorrectly, or it is not yet active in the JAMB system. Confirm your NIN at a NIMC centre

Step 5 — Purchase Your JAMB e-PIN

Once you have your profile code, purchase your JAMB e-PIN — the payment for your registration form. Methods to purchase the e-PIN:

• Bank mobile app or USSD: Most Nigerian banks allow JAMB e-PIN purchase through their mobile apps or USSD codes. Check your bank’s app for “JAMB” under bills payment
• ATM: At your bank’s ATM, select “Bills Payment” and follow prompts for JAMB e-PIN purchase
• Accredited bank branches: Walk into any branch of GTBank, First Bank, UBA, Access Bank, Zenith or other JAMB-approved banks and purchase the e-PIN over the counter
• POS terminals: Many accredited POS operators sell JAMB e-PINs — confirm the operator is JAMB-accredited before paying
• Online platforms: Some JAMB-approved platforms allow online e-PIN purchase — confirm legitimacy from jamb.gov.ng before using any third-party platform

The e-PIN fee for 2026 was ₦7,200 (without mock) or ₦8,200 (with mock). The 2027 fee has not been announced — it may change. Confirm the official fee at jamb.gov.ng when registration opens. Never pay above the announced official fee — any agent charging extra is collecting an unofficial commission.

Step 6 — Visit an Accredited CBT Centre to Complete Registration

JAMB registration is NOT completed fully online. After purchasing your e-PIN, you must physically visit an accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre to complete your registration. At the CBT centre:

• Your biometric data (10 fingerprints and facial photograph) is captured
• You enter your personal details — name, date of birth, state of origin, email address
• You choose your preferred examination institution(s) — up to 4 choices, in order of preference
• You select your course of study and confirm your subject combination
• You choose your preferred examination town
• You collect your examination registration slip — print it and keep it safe

What to bring to the CBT centre:

• Your e-PIN (or the payment confirmation)
• Your JAMB profile code
• Your NIN slip
• A valid ID (school ID, national ID, birth certificate, or international passport)
• Your O’level result (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB) — or your awaiting result details if results are not yet out
• Your email address and password (to link your email to the registration)

Find JAMB-accredited CBT centres near you at jamb.gov.ng — the list of all accredited centres in every state is published on the official website. Only use accredited centres — never register through unaccredited “third-party” registration points, regardless of how convenient they seem.

Choosing Your Institutions and Course — Do Not Rush This

During registration, you select up to four tertiary institutions in order of preference and choose your course. This decision deserves careful thought before you sit at the CBT centre. Research now — not on registration day under time pressure:

• Check JAMB cut-off marks: Each institution sets its own minimum JAMB score for admission. The Federal Government minimum is 140, but most competitive universities require 200+ for popular courses. Know the minimum score for your chosen institution and course
• Check your subject combination: JAMB requires specific subject combinations for each course. See NaijaSabi’s complete JAMB subject combination guide for all courses. Using the wrong subject combination disqualifies you from your chosen course regardless of your score
• First choice matters most: Your first institution is where CAPS (the Central Admissions Processing System) processes your admission first. Choose your most realistic first-choice institution — not necessarily your dream school if you are unsure of scoring their cut-off
• Spread your choices: Include one aspirational institution, one realistic institution and one or two safety options in your four choices

JAMB 2027 Novel — What Is Known

Every year, JAMB requires all UTME candidates to read one recommended novel for the Use of English paper. Questions directly from the novel appear in the exam — typically 10–15 marks’ worth. The novel changes every year. For the 2025 and 2026 UTME, the novel was The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba.

The 2027 recommended novel has not yet been announced as of September 2026. JAMB typically announces the new novel in November or December — before registration opens in January. Monitor:

• JAMB’s official X (Twitter) handle: @JAMBHQ
• JAMB’s official website: jamb.gov.ng
• NaijaSabi Education — we will update this article immediately when JAMB announces the 2027 novel

Once the 2027 novel is announced, purchase or download it immediately and begin reading it early. Candidates who read the novel thoroughly typically score all 10–15 available marks from novel-based questions — a significant advantage. Do not leave the novel for the last week before your exam.

The 10 Most Common JAMB Registration Mistakes — and How to Avoid Them

• Wrong name spelling: Your name on your JAMB registration must exactly match your O’level certificate, NIN and other documents. A single spelling difference — “Chidinma” vs “Chidinmah” — can block your admission. Triple-check before submitting
• Wrong date of birth: Your date of birth must match your birth certificate and NIN exactly. Errors in date of birth are among the most common post-registration corrections — and corrections are complex and time-consuming
• Using the wrong subject combination: Every course has a specific JAMB subject combination. Biology is compulsory for Medicine and Nursing; Economics for Accounting and Business Administration; Physics for Engineering. Check NaijaSabi’s JAMB subject combination guide and confirm against the official JAMB brochure before sitting at the CBT centre
• Using a phone number already used for JAMB: If your number was used for a previous JAMB registration, you cannot generate a new profile code with it. Use a different number registered in your name
• Registering at an unaccredited centre: Registration at a non-accredited centre means your biometrics are not properly captured in the JAMB system. This causes problems on exam day. Only use centres on the official JAMB accredited list at jamb.gov.ng
• Paying above the official e-PIN price: The official JAMB registration fee is published on jamb.gov.ng. Any amount above the official fee goes to the agent — not JAMB. Pay only the official fee through official channels
• Using an inactive email address: JAMB sends your registration slip, exam information and results to your registered email. Using a forgotten or inaccessible email address means you miss crucial communications
• Not printing and keeping the registration slip: Your exam slip — printed at the CBT centre at the end of registration — contains your exam centre, date and candidate number. You need it on exam day. Losing it creates unnecessary stress
• Waiting until the last week of registration: The JAMB portal and CBT centres experience maximum load in the final week of registration. Slow systems, long queues and technical errors are significantly more common late in the registration period. Register in the first two weeks
• Not starting UTME preparation early enough: JAMB registration is only the first step. The actual exam — in April 2027 — requires months of consistent preparation. Students who start studying in October/November 2026 typically score higher than those who start in March 2027. Start now

How to Score High in JAMB 2027 — Preparation Tips

• Past questions are the most important study resource. JAMB repeats question patterns across years. Solve JAMB past questions from the last 10 years for every subject. Past questions are available free on the JAMB eFacility portal and in printed collections at bookshops across Nigeria
• Use CBT practice software. The UTME is a Computer-Based Test. Practice with CBT simulation software — several free options exist online — so the computer environment is familiar on exam day
• Read the Use of English novel early. Once JAMB announces the 2027 novel, buy or download it immediately and read it completely at least twice before the exam
• Study the JAMB syllabus, not your school textbook. The JAMB syllabus defines exactly which topics can appear in the exam. Focus your study on syllabus topics rather than covering every chapter of every textbook. Download the official JAMB syllabus at jamb.gov.ng
• Manage exam-day time carefully. The UTME has 180 questions across 4 subjects in 120 minutes — 30 minutes per subject, or 2 minutes per question on average. Practice speed under timed conditions. Spending too long on one question and running out of time for others is the most common score-limiting mistake on exam day

Frequently Asked Questions — JAMB 2027

When is JAMB 2027 registration starting?

JAMB has not yet officially announced the 2027 UTME registration date as of September 2026. Based on JAMB’s consistent annual pattern — 2026 registration opened January 26, 2025 registration opened February 3, 2024 registration opened January 15 — the 2027 UTME registration is expected to open in late January 2027 and close in late February or early March 2027. The official announcement typically comes in November or December 2026. Monitor jamb.gov.ng and @JAMBHQ on X for the official announcement. NaijaSabi will update this article immediately when JAMB announces the 2027 date.

How much is JAMB 2027 registration fee?

JAMB has not yet announced the 2027 registration fee. The 2026 UTME fee was ₦7,200 without mock and ₦8,200 with mock. Direct Entry registration was ₦5,700. The 2027 fee may remain the same or change — JAMB will announce the official fee alongside the registration date. Always confirm the current fee at jamb.gov.ng before making any payment. Never pay above the officially announced fee — any excess goes to the agent, not JAMB.

How do I generate a JAMB profile code for 2027?

Send an SMS to 55019 or 66019 in the format: NIN [space] your 11-digit NIN number (example: NIN 12345678901). A ₦50 SMS charge applies. You will receive your 10-digit JAMB profile code by return SMS. Alternatively, dial *55019*1*[your NIN]# via USSD. Your phone number must be unique — not previously used for a JAMB registration. Your NIN must be valid and linked to the phone number you are using. Save your profile code immediately after receiving it.

What is the JAMB 2027 novel?

JAMB has not yet announced the recommended novel for the 2027 UTME Use of English paper as of September 2026. The novel is typically announced in November or December — before registration opens in January. The 2025 and 2026 novel was The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba. JAMB changes the novel each cycle. Monitor @JAMBHQ on X and jamb.gov.ng for the official 2027 novel announcement. NaijaSabi will publish an update the moment JAMB announces it.

Can I register for JAMB 2027 without WAEC result?

Yes — JAMB allows candidates who are awaiting their O’level results to register and sit the UTME. During registration, you enter your O’level subjects and grades if you have them, or indicate “awaiting result” if your result is not yet available. However, for admission to be processed after the UTME, your O’level result must be uploaded to the JAMB CAPS portal before your institution processes your admission. If your WAEC or NECO result is released before the admission processing window, upload it immediately to your JAMB profile at jamb.gov.ng.

Sources

1. AbsTechConnect — 2026/2027 JAMB Registration Dates, Fees and Guidelines — abstechconnect.com
2. SchoolNGR — JAMB 2026/2027 Guide — Registration, Syllabus, Exam Dates — schoolngr.com
3. BusinessDay Nigeria — 10 common mistakes to avoid during JAMB registration — businessday.ng
4. AbsTechConnect — JAMB 2027 Subject Combinations Checker: Complete Guide — abstechconnect.com
5. JAMB Official Portal — jamb.gov.ng

Last updated: 17 September 2026 · NaijaSabi Education Desk. JAMB 2027 registration dates, fees and novel have not yet been officially announced. This article will be updated immediately when JAMB makes official announcements. Always confirm current details directly at jamb.gov.ng before making any payments or decisions. NaijaSabi is not affiliated with JAMB.