The registration procedure and process flow for the 2024 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) and Direct Entry (DE) candidates have been disclosed by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).

Registration Periods: The registration window for UTME candidates, including those from Foreign Countries, spans from Monday, 15 January 2024, to Monday, 26 February 2024. E-PIN vending for UTME kicks off on Monday, 8 January 2024, concluding on Saturday, 24 February 2024. Registration for both UTME and Direct Entry (DE) closes on Monday, 26 February 2024. The sale of 2024 Direct Entry (DE) application documents and E-PIN vending is scheduled from Wednesday, 28 February 2024, to Thursday, 28 March 2024, exclusively at the Board’s State and Zonal Offices.

Registration Process:

Prior to initiating the registration process, candidates must possess valid, functional, and accessible personal e-mail addresses. The registration process operates on a cashless system to prevent extortion. Consequently, all third-party charges will be centrally collected by JAMB and remitted weekly to the beneficiaries.

Three types of E-PINS are available, each with its associated costs for UTME with Mock-UTME, UTME without Mock, and Direct Entry (DE). The breakdown is as follows:

1. E-PIN Type: UTME with Mock-UTME

   • UTME/DE JAMB Application Fee: N 3,500
   • Reading Text: FREE (QR Code)
   • CBT Centre Registration Charge: N 700
   • CBT Centre Examination Service Charge: N 1,500
   • Bank Charges: N 500
   • CBT Mock-UTME Centre Charge: N 1,500
   • Total: N 7,700

2. E-PIN Type: UTME without Mock

   • UTME/DE JAMB Application Fee: N 3,500
   • Reading Text: FREE (QR Code)
   • CBT Centre Registration Charge: N 700
   • CBT Centre Examination Service Charge: N 1,500
   • Bank Charges: N 500
   • CBT Mock-UTME Centre Charge: N 0
   • Total: N 6,200

3. E-PIN Type: Direct Entry (DE)

   • UTME/DE JAMB Application Fee: N 3,500
   • Reading Text: FREE (QR Code)
   • CBT Centre Registration Charge: N 700
   • CBT Centre Examination Service Charge: N 1,500
   • Bank Charges: N 500
   • CBT Mock-UTME Centre Charge: N 0
   • Total: N 6,200

Candidates must specify the E-PIN type required at the point of purchase, as no refunds will be issued.

Eligibility Checker:

Before initiating the application process, it is crucial for candidates to verify the requirements. The eligibility checker provides candidates with program options (courses) based on their qualifications.

To access the e-Brochure/e-Syllabus and a complimentary e-copy of the Reading Text, visit https://www.jamb.gov.ng, select Quicklinks, and then IBASS. These resources are also accessible through the Android Mobile App (JAMB IBASS) available on the Google Play Store.

General Entry Requirements:

For admission into First Degree, National Diploma (ND), National Innovation Diploma (NID), and Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) programs at the 100 level (Year one), candidates must have five (5) O’level credit passes, including English Language. Additionally, credit in Mathematics is required for Law, Science-based, and Social Science Programs.

Direct Entry Requirements/Qualifications:

In addition to a minimum of five (5) O’level credit passes obtained in not more than two sittings, at least two prescribed subjects for each program (proposed course of study) must be at the Principal or Advanced level. Acceptable qualifications in lieu of A’LEVELs include:

• University Degree –
• University Diploma/National Foundation for Leadership Development (UD/NFLD)
• National Diploma/National Innovation Diploma (ND/NID)
• Higher National Diploma (HND)
• National Certificate of Education (NCE)
• Interim Joint Matriculation Board (IJMB)
• Joint Universities Preliminary Examinations Board (JUPEB)
• National Business Certificate/Advanced National Business Certificate (NABTEB-ANBC)
• National Technical Certificate/Advanced National Technical Certificate (NABTEB-ANTC)
• General Certificate of Education Advanced Level (NABTEB-GCE-A’LEVEL 2015-2021)
• Cambridge A’level –
• International Baccalaureate (foreign certificates only) –
• National Registered Nurse/National Registered Midwife (NRN/NRM)

JAMB requires awarding institutions to directly verify presented awards before admission can be granted.

Registration Information:

During the registration process, all Direct Entry (DE) candidates are required to furnish the following details:

1. Registration/Matriculation Number of the previous school attended where the qualification was obtained.
2. Subject(s) of qualification.
3. Awarding Institution.
4. Institution actually attended.

Other Essential Direct Entry Registration and Admission Rules:

• DE candidates not awaiting results must upload their A’level qualification, O’level results, and DE Registration Template at the registration stage.
• Admission processing for DE candidates will only commence after the claimed results are uploaded and verified by the awarding institutions on the JAMB platform (CAPS MAIL).
• DE candidates awaiting A’level results of UMS/UPER/NABTEB must upload their Admission Letter and Registration Template during registration.
• Applicants with Cambridge certificates from the examination years before 2018 should directly contact Cambridge for verification. This verification process, as specified by the awarding body, may take up to 28 days. The result of the verification will be forwarded to the Board and reflected in the e-Facility profile of the DE candidate.
• Statement of results (in lieu of a certificate) is acceptable for registration only within 3 years from the date of award.
• The option to upgrade from UTME to DE is available exclusively to candidates whose DE results have not been released during UTME registration. These candidates must have indicated, at the time of registration, that they are awaiting A’level results and must supply the relevant particulars contained in the uploaded registration template.
• Candidates are advised to regularly check their A’ level admission status in their e-Facility profile, where the status of verification by NIPEDS will be displayed as “CLEARED” or “NOT CLEARED” with explicit reasons for non-clearance, such as discrepancies in name, grade, subject, etc.

Additional Vital Registration Rules:

1. Single Registration Requirement: Candidates are strictly prohibited from registering more than once. In case of any errors during the registration process, candidates should seek correction directly from the Board instead of obtaining a fresh application. Duplication of applications renders all submitted applications void.
2. Approved Registration Centers: Registration can only be completed at JAMB-approved Centers nationwide. Candidates who register outside these approved centers do so at their own risk.
3. Non-Candidate Transactions: Individuals other than the candidates, including parents/guardians or any proxy, are strictly prohibited from conducting any transactions on a candidate’s profile. Any candidate who shares their password, profile code, or other security codes with unauthorized persons, such as parents, friends, tutorial teachers, or fraudsters, will be held liable for any alterations made by such individuals.
4. Order of Choice of Institutions: Candidates should note that their 1st choice can be any of the following institutions: College of Education, University, Innovation Enterprise Institution, Polytechnic/Monotechnic, Nigerian Defence Academy, or Police Academy.

Step-by-Step Procedure for the Purchase of 2024 UTME/DE Registration Documents

A. Creation of Profile:

1. Each candidate needs a unique phone (mobile) number (SIM) for the registration process, and this number is exclusive to one candidate.
2. Send your National Identification Number (NIN) via text (SMS) to either 55019 or 66019 from your personal GSM number. Use the format “NIN,” followed by a space and your 11-digit NIN (e.g., NIN 00123456789).
3. Verify your data with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) to ensure consistency before creating your profile, as changes in data by NIMC will be updated on JAMB records. Replaced data will be tracked and reflected as a footnote on the candidate’s profile.
4. Receive a Profile Code of 10 characters on the same telephone (SIM) number. Returning candidates from previous years will continue to receive the same profile code on the previously used number. Note that the profile remains constant for the candidate for both current and future applications with the Board.
5. The phone (mobile) number used for the text message is automatically tied to the candidate’s name and will be used for all communications related to each candidate’s 2024 and future applications, examinations, and admissions. Candidates must remember the SIM-number used for subsequent communication with the Board.
6. By obtaining UTME application documents, candidates agree to receive text messages from JAMB (55019 or 66019), even when the “Do Not Disturb” (DND) mode is activated.

B. Procurement and Registration: 7. Present the profile code at the point of procurement of application documents (from Banks, MMOs, MFBs, Switches, USSD Partners). An e-PIN is then sent as a text message to the candidate’s phone.

8. Present both the Profile code and e-PIN at any JAMB accredited CBT Centre for registration.
9. The application cannot be completed until the candidate’s biometrics (all ten fingers) are physically captured, and a photograph is taken (no submission of a passport photograph is required). Successful capture of biometrics and photograph authorizes a candidate to print the e-registration slip. At least two fingers can be used for printing the registration slip, and fingerprint verification will be required for any further transactions with JAMB on the candidate’s profile.

C. Self Service and Restrictions: 10. Candidates who are computer-literate can register directly unaided at JAMB offices/PRCs.

11. Group registration of candidates is strictly prohibited.
12. Only candidates whose biometric verification is successful on the examination day will be permitted to sit for the UTME/DE. No parent or proxy is allowed to make any transactions on the candidate’s profile. Candidates with biometric challenges can only register at JAMB National Headquarters, Abuja, and arrangements for this should be made through JAMB State Offices. Candidates with biometric challenges will sit the examination in Abuja on the last day of the national examination calendar.

B. Retrieval (In Case of Mistake/Loss) of Profile Code and Self-Service

If you have misplaced or lost your Profile Code, initiate the retrieval process by sending the word [RESEND] from the same mobile number to 55019 or 66019 as a text message.

For candidates who need to reset a lost or forgotten Profile Password, perform the following steps on your registered cell phone number: send the word “PASSWORD” followed by a space and your email address to 55019 or 66019 as a text message.

C. Ticketing (Free Complaints)

For any complaints related to JAMB processes, candidates are encouraged to create a support ticket at (https://www.jamb.gov.ng) by selecting Quicklinks, then Ticket/Support, and providing their email address to the Board.

Upon creating a support ticket, candidates should furnish their name, phone number, specify the nature of the complaint, choose a complaint area from the drop-down menu, and succinctly summarize the issue. Additionally, candidates can attach supporting documents if available.

Complaints from third parties will be duly noted, and there is no need for the writing of letters. All complaints should be directed through the ticketing system for prompt attention and documentation.

For NIN-related complaints (e.g., issues with creating a profile through 55019 or 66019), candidates can follow the same process on the ticketing platform, click on “2024 NIN-related issues,” and select the appropriate topic from the drop-down menu.

D. JAMB e-PIN Selling Points

The designated outlets for e-PIN sales include:

• NIPOST
• Banks
• MMOs
• MFBs
• Other participating financial institutions

E. Duties of Participating Banks/Outlets

Participating Banks/Outlets have the following responsibilities:

• Collect the Profile Code from the candidate’s phone
• Collect payment and vend the e-PIN via SMS to the candidate’s phone (no dictation or copying)
• Facilitate payment through POS if necessary
• Issue evidence of payment
• Deliver the e-PIN to candidates electronically (not handwritten)

F. Different Modes/Methods of Payment/Purchase of e-PIN for Registration

Candidates have the flexibility to choose any of the following modes/methods for payment/purchase of e-PIN for registration:

• Banks
• Mobile Money Operators
• Financial Switches

Steps for Payment:

1. Present the Profile Code and pay by cash or ATM card (either N7,700 with Mock or N6,200 without Mock-UTME and DE).
2. The e-PIN is then delivered to the candidate’s unique telephone number. Links to participating financial institutions and other outlets are available on the Board’s website.

G. Procedure for Registration at the Nine Foreign Centres

Registration fee for candidates from the nine foreign countries is Thirty United States Dollars ($30) in each of the 9 (nine) countries’ local currencies. Candidates from these countries should download the application documents from the Board’s website (https://www.jamb.gov.ng), complete and submit them with the fee (or pay online) at the designated centres in the country, as indicated on the website. The Nigerian Mission (Embassies) in each of the centres can be contacted for guidance on the registration and examination.

H. Donation of Free Application Documents

Any government, individual, or organization interested in distributing free application documents to potential applicants is encouraged to contact the Board at +2348027641663 or via e-mail at [email protected] for a special offer.

I. How to Recover Lost e-PIN After Payment

In the event of not receiving or losing the e-PIN, send (UTMEPIN) from the unique number to 55019 or 66019 for UTME respectively. The e-PIN will then be retrieved and delivered to the candidate’s unique phone number. Following successful payment and e-PIN acquisition, candidates should proceed to any JAMB-accredited CBT Centre to complete their registration.

J. Registration Centres

Registration is exclusively carried out at accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) Centres and Professional Registration Centres (PRC). Each candidate should visit any accredited CBT centre, with the list available on the Board’s website (https://www.jamb.gov.ng) and JAMB offices, along with their profile code and e-PIN. Facilities for self-service are available in ALL JAMB State Offices for candidates with proficient digital skills.

K. Concluding the Registration Process at CBT Centres

Candidates must PERSONALLY present their Profile Code and e-PIN at any JAMB-accredited CBT Centre for registration. At the CBT centre, the candidate’s photograph and biometrics (all ten fingerprints) will be captured. It’s important for candidates to note the following:

• Centre and bank charges of N2,700/N4,200 respectively are included in the total fee paid for the pin, which JAMB remits to the centres. Therefore, no other fee should be paid at the centre.
• Candidates are required to provide information on their choice of institutions and programmes (course of study), a valid and accessible personal e-mail address, qualifications with grades and dates (upload relevant certificates if not awaiting results), O/L and/or A/L grades, and UTME subjects and choice of examination town(s) for the Mock examination and Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
• Candidates awaiting results should upload them online on the JAMB portal as soon as available. No recommendations from any institution will be considered if the candidate does not upload their result on the JAMB portal. No institution is allowed to take a new picture/photograph, biometrics, or require any other result upload. All results are downloadable by institutions from the Board’s website, and the download is tracked to prevent abuse.
• Candidates should review entries and confirm correctness before printing the Registration Slip using biometric authentication to confirm a valid fingerprint for both UTME and DE. Authentication with the fingerprint removes blame for errors from CBT centres, and candidates should check before confirming with their fingerprint.

L. Inclusivity for Candidates with Disabilities

To ensure inclusivity, candidates falling under the following categories are requested to indicate their disability for special attention:

1. Blind Candidates:
   • Blind candidates should indicate their status by typing BLIND and selecting the preferred examination format, which could be through Braille, Recorded, or Read Aloud.
   • Every blind candidate is required to choose the designated town closest to their residence for the examination.
2. Deaf/Mute Candidates:
   • Special indicators have been created for the deaf/mute to identify them for special attention during the examination.
   • Deaf candidates are required to confirm their status appropriately during the registration process.
3. Others:
   • Candidates with Albinism, Down Syndrome, Autism, Dyslexia, and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are requested to indicate their condition by selecting the appropriate box.
   • This information will help in identifying and assigning candidates to the JAMB Equal Opportunity Group (JEOG) for special attention.

P. BIOMETRIC CHALLENGES

Candidates with biometric challenges or abnormalities are subject to the following conditions:

1. Registration:
   • Candidates with biometric challenges can only register at JAMB National Headquarters in Abuja. No other CBT centre is permitted to register such candidates.
2. Examination:
   • Candidates with biometric challenges will sit their examination at JAMB National Headquarters in Abuja. The examination date will be on the last day of the national examination calendar.
3. Verification:
   • Candidates must have their biometrics verified before entering the examination hall or sitting the examination. The system will not permit or process any examination without biometric verification.
4. Travel:
   • The Board will facilitate travel arrangements for candidates with biometric challenges or abnormalities.

APTITUDE TEST FOR DE CANDIDATES

The Board has introduced an Aptitude Test for Direct Entry (DE) candidates starting from the 2024 Admission Year. The dates of the Aptitude test will be communicated later, and the venue of the test will be any center in the candidate’s chosen examination town.