Current status
JAMB has not yet announced the 2027 UTME registration dates or fees. As of 14 November 2026, the Board has begun preparations for the 2027 UTME but has not opened e-PIN sales or registration. Read the latest.
When to expect it: registration for the 2026 UTME ran from Monday, 26 January to Saturday, 28 February 2026, so the 2027 window is likely to open around late January 2027. This page will be updated the moment JAMB announces the dates.
What to do now: make sure you have a National Identification Number (NIN) with correct details, a phone line in your name and a working email address.
This page tracks JAMB registration for the 2027 UTME and Direct Entry: start and closing dates, e-PIN prices, how to get your profile code, CBT centres, mock and main exam dates, and the 2027 recommended text. It stays on one permanent address and is refreshed for every new registration year.
Latest updates
- 14 Nov 2026: No 2027 registration date or fee announced yet.
- 11 Nov 2026: JAMB begins preparations for the 2027 UTME. Read
- 6 Nov 2026: JAMB explains how candidates can check approved UTME and O’Level subject combinations. Read
- 24 Aug 2026: JAMB introduces an online service for uploading O’Level results from any location. Read
- 12 Aug 2026: JAMB lists costly registration errors candidates must avoid. Read
- 26 Jan – 28 Feb 2026: Registration window for the 2026 UTME.
JAMB 2027 key dates
| Stage | 2027 status | 2026 date (for reference) |
|---|---|---|
| e-PIN sales and registration open | Not yet announced | 26 January 2026 |
| UTME registration closes | Not yet announced | 28 February 2026 |
| Mock UTME | Not yet announced | Late March 2026 |
| Main UTME | Not yet announced | April 2026 |
How much is the JAMB form? (2026 prices)
JAMB has not announced 2027 prices. For the 2026 exercise there were three e-PIN categories:
| Category | 2026 price |
|---|---|
| UTME without mock | ₦7,200 |
| UTME with mock | ₦8,700 |
| Direct Entry | ₦5,700 |
The 2026 breakdown was: application fee ₦3,500, reading text ₦1,000, CBT centre registration service charge ₦700, CBT centre UTME service charge ₦1,500, bank charges ₦500, and ₦1,500 for the optional mock UTME. Never pay more than the official price.
How to register for JAMB (steps used in 2026)
- Get your profile code: from a phone line in your name, send NIN followed by a space and your 11-digit NIN (for example, NIN 12345678901) to 55019 or 66019. JAMB replies with a 10-character profile code.
- Buy your e-PIN through JAMB’s approved payment channels once sales open.
- Go to an accredited JAMB CBT centre with your e-PIN, NIN and email address for biometric capture and registration.
- Choose your subjects, institutions and courses carefully; check approved subject combinations first.
- Print your registration slip and keep your profile code and e-PIN safe.
Official portals and channels
- JAMB official website (jamb.gov.ng)
- JAMB e-Facility portal (efacility.jamb.gov.ng)
- JAMB verified X account (@JAMBHQ)
Already admitted or awaiting admission? Follow our JAMB admission deadlines tracker. Sitting WAEC GCE? See the WAEC GCE result tracker.
JAMB registration 2027: frequently asked questions
Has JAMB registration for 2027 started?
No. As of 14 November 2026, JAMB has not opened 2027 UTME registration or announced the dates.
When will JAMB registration 2027 start?
JAMB has not announced a date. Registration for the 2026 UTME opened on 26 January 2026, so the 2027 window is likely to open around late January 2027.
How much is the JAMB form for 2027?
Not yet announced. In 2026, the e-PIN cost ₦7,200 for UTME without mock, ₦8,700 with mock and ₦5,700 for Direct Entry.
How do I get my JAMB profile code?
Send NIN followed by a space and your 11-digit NIN to 55019 or 66019 from a phone line in your name. JAMB replies with your profile code.
Do I need NIN for JAMB registration?
Yes. Your NIN is used to generate your profile code, and your NIN details must match the name and date of birth you register with.
What is the JAMB recommended novel for 2027?
JAMB has not announced the 2027 recommended text yet. We will add it here as soon as it does.
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