Students eyeing the 2027 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) have been given a pre‑registration checklist by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). The board announced that registration will open soon and urged candidates to prepare in advance to avoid last‑minute problems.
JAMB’s guidance stresses the importance of having a valid National Identity Number (NIN). “Every candidate must have a NIN. Without it you cannot get your JAMB profile code,” the board said. Applicants should visit a National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) centre to register if they have not done so, and confirm that the name and date of birth on the NIN match all other documents.
Once the NIN is secured, candidates must create a JAMB profile code by sending the number to 55019 or 66019 from their own phone. The code will be used for all future JAMB communications, so it is essential to use a personal, active phone number. A working email address is also required, as JAMB will send important updates to both email and SMS.
Students should have their O’Level results ready, whether from WAEC, NECO or NABTEB. Those still in SS3 may upload an awaiting result later, but the subjects must align with the intended course of study. JAMB also recommends that applicants decide on their preferred courses and institutions early, consult the JAMB brochure for the correct subject combinations, and start saving for the registration fee.
JAMB cautions against using unapproved Computer Based Test (CBT) centres and warns that candidates should not pay touts. “Use only approved CBT centres for registration,” the board added. While the 2027 registration window has not yet opened, following these steps now will help candidates register more quickly and avoid common pitfalls.
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
