The JAMB 2025 UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination) is the official gateway into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. With over 1.9 million candidates expected to register this year, accurate information and strategic preparation are critical.
How to Check JAMB PINHow to Check Your JAMB PIN Step-by-Step Guide
If you are looking for a way on how to check your JAMB PIN , follow these steps below.
1) Checking UTME result via SMS:
If you choose to check your 2025 UTME result via SMS, here are the two numbers you must note: 55019 and 66019.
To get your result via SMS:
- Open your message app on your mobile phone.
- Compose a new message: Send
UTMERESULT(in Capital latter), followed by your JAMB Registration Number. - Send the SMS to 55019 or 66019
- Receive your result: JAMB will reply with your UTME scores for each subject.
- Service charge: you will be charged N50 from your airtime.
Alternative Method: Check Your Result Online via the JAMB Portal
- Visit the JAMB Portal: Open your browser and go to https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/login
- Enter your login details: Provide the email and password used during JAMB registration.
- Check your result: Click on Check UTME Results to see your scores per subject.
2) Check Your Email Inbox
If you bought your ePIN online (Remita, Interswitch, Quickteller, etc.), they usually email a receipt containing your ePIN. Search your inbox for: JAMB ePIN, UTME ePIN, or the vendor’s name.
3) Check Your Payment Receipt (Bank, POS, Online)
The receipt given to you during payment almost always shows the ePIN. If you’ve misplaced it, return to the bank or POS vendor for a reprint.
4) Log in to JAMB eFacility Portal
- Go to efacility.jamb.gov.ng
- Log in with your email & password.
- Check your payment history for the ePIN details.
5) Visit an Accredited JAMB CBT Centre
Still can’t find it? A CBT centre can help recover your ePIN using your profile code, phone number, or NIN.
Lost Your JAMB ePIN or Profile Code? (Step-by-Step Guide)
- Profile Code: Re-send
'NIN' then space and add your 11 digit NIN number and sendto 55019 or 66019. - ForePIN: Check SMS, email, payment receipt.
- Wrong phone number :
- Visit a JAMB Office You’ll need to go in person to a nearby JAMB office . Online correction for phone numbers isn’t currently supported.
- Write an Application Letter Prepare a formal letter requesting the correction of your phone number. Include your full name, JAMB registration number, and the correct phone number you want to use.
- Bring Valid Identification Carry a valid ID (e.g., National ID, voter’s card, or school ID) to verify your identity.
- Follow Up After submission, you may receive a confirmation via SMS or email once the change is done.
Step-by-Step JAMB 2025 Registration Guide
- NIN: Mandatory for JAMB 2025 enrolling.
- Generating Profile Code: Text 'NIN' then space and add your 11 digit NIN number and send to 55019/66019.
- Buy JAMB ePIN: ₦6,200 via bank, POS, Remita, Interswitch, Quickteller, etc.
- Register at CBT Centre: Visit an accredited centre with your ePIN, NIN, and profile code.
- Print e-Slip: Exam date, time & venue. Don’t lose it.
Print and keep copies of every document (receipt, e-slip, change of course printout, etc.).
Quick Facts About JAMB 2025
- Registration Start Date: January 15, 2025
- Registration Deadline: February 25, 2025
- Mock Exam: commence on April 10, 2025
- UTME Schedule commence on April 18 April 27, 2025
- Official Portal: jamb.gov.ng
Key Details About the 2025 UTME Schedule
Daily Exam Batches
The UTME will begin on April 25, 2025, and will be conducted in four batches daily:
- First Batch: 7:00 AM
- Second Batch: 9:00 AM
- Third Batch: 12:00 PM
- Fourth Batch: 3:00 PM
Each batch is carefully planned to ensure smooth operations and give candidates ample time to complete their exams.
Exam Composition and Timing
The exam consists of four subjects based on the candidate's chosen field. The breakdown is as follow:
- English Language: 60 questions — 40 minutes
- Second Subject: 40 questions — 27 minutes
- Third Subject: 40 questions — 27 minutes
- Fourth Subject: 40 questions — 26 minutes
Total: 180 questions in 2 hours. Note: 10 questions will be based on the JAMB-recommended novel.
Tips to Finish on time
To finish on time, aim to spend not more than 40 seconds per question. Practising this strategy will boost your speed.
Essential Tools and Features:
Keyboard Navigation Shortcuts
- A, B, C, D: Select corresponding answer
- R: Reverse your previous answer
- N: Move to next question
- P: Go to previous question
- S: Submit your answers
On-Screen Calculator
Biometric Verification: (Mandatory)
Beware of Fraudulent Practices
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What to Do on Exam Day
- Arrive early at your designated centre according to your batch.
- Follow all instructions on screen and those given by invigilators.
- Your success depends on both preparation and discipline during the exam.
Master these JAMB keyboard shortcuts for efficient navigation during the CBT exam:
For calculation-based questions, use the on-screen calculator provided. Familiarize yourself with it before exam day.
Ensure your fingerprint is registered and verified at the CBT centre. This is mandatory for entry into the exam hall.
Biometric verification is compulsory and used as the attendance register. Candidates must pass this verification to gain entry into the hall.
If your fingerprint cannot be verified, you must be recaptured at the center to validate your participation.
Be alert: Anyone promising you expo or runz is a scammer. JAMB exams are highly secured. Do not fall for such traps.
JAMB 2025 Subject Combinations for Popular Courses
- Medicine & Surgery: English, Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- Law: English, Literature-in-English, Government, CRS/IRS
- Engineering : English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
- Accounting: English, Mathematics, Economics, Government/Commerce
- Computer Science: English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry
For a full list of subject combinations, visit the JAMB Syllabus.
JAMB 2025 Cut-Off Marks (General Benchmarks)
The JAMB policy meeting sets the minimum cut-off benchmarks. Schools then choose their own. For 2025, expect:
- Universities: 150 ‐ 200 (and above)
- Polytechnics: 100
| Institution Type | Expected 2025 Cut-Off |
|---|---|
| Universities | 150‐200 |
| Polytechnics | 100‐120 |
| Colleges of Education | 100 |
Competitive departments (Medicine, Law, Pharmacy, Nursing) typically demand 220‐260+.
Top Universitie's Cut-Off Marks 2025/206
Projected based on past trends (confirm after the policy meeting):
| University | Expected General Cut-Off | Competitive Courses |
|---|---|---|
| UNILAG Cut Off Mark 2025 | 200+ | Medicine, Law, Nursing, Engineering (240‐260) |
| UI Cut Off Mark 2025 | 200+ | Medicine, Pharmacy, Law (230‐260) |
| OAU Cut Off Mark 2025 | 200+ | Medicine, Law (230‐250) |
| UNIBEN Cut Off Mark 2025 | 200+ | Medicine, Law, Pharmacy (230‐250) |
| LASU Cut Off Mark 2025 | 180‐200 | Medicine, Law (220‐250) |
| ABU Zaria Cut Off Mark 2025 | 180‐200 | Medicine, Law (220‐240) |
Always check the official JAMB website or your school’s portal for the final cut-off marks.
JAMB 2025 Syllabus & Past Questions
The JAMB 2025 syllabus explains exactly what to study. Combine it with 10+ years of past questions for maximum success.
How to Prepare & Score 300+ in JAMB 2025
- Start early: Build a 90-day timetable (syllabus + past questions).
- Practice CBT daily: Simulate JAMB timing to improve speed.
- English mastery: Don’t ignore comprehension, summary, lexis & structure.
- Focus on high-yield topics: Identify frequently repeated questions.
- Take the mock exam: It reduces exam-day anxiety.
Common JAMB Mistakes
- Wrong subject combination ‐ immediate disqualification.
- Registering late ‐ errors & poor exam centre allocation.
- Not monitoring CAPS ‐ missed admission offers.
- Unverified email/phone ‐ can’t receive alerts.
- Poor time management ‐ unanswered questions.
JAMB CAPS 2025 Accepting or Rejecting Admission
- Log in to efacility.jamb.gov.ng.
- Click “Check Admission Status”.
- Open CAPS and monitor offers.
- Click Accept or Reject promptly.
If you do not accept in time, the school can offer it to another candidate.
JAMB Data Correction (Name, DOB, Course/Institution, Gender, LGA, etc.)
You can correct major details after registration. Typical cost is around ₦3,000. Visit an accredited CBT centre to process it and reprint your updated slip.
Scholarships After JAMB Score High, Apply Fast
With a UTME score of 280+ plus strong O’Level results, you can qualify for:
- MTN Foundation Scholarship
- Agbami Scholarship
- PTDF (for sciences/engineering)
- Shell/SPDC Undergraduate Scholarship
View live list of current scholarships for Nigerian students
Best JAMB CBT Apps & Practice Platforms (2025)
- Myschool CBT: 50,000+ questions, explanations
- TestDriller JAMB: AI explanations & offline mode
- Flashlearners CBT: Realistic CBT interface
FAQs About JAMB 2025
How do I generate a profile code?
Kindly send the acronym NIN, then a space, followed by your 11-digit National Identification Number to 55019 or 66019 in the format below: NIN 00123456789 sent to either 55019 or 66019. Note: There should be a space between the word NIN and your 11-digit NIN..
How old should I be for me to be eligible to sit for JAMB 2025?
Only candidates who will be 16 years old by 30th September, 2025, are eligible to apply. Candidates, who would be less than 16 years old by 30th September, 2025, can only apply for trial mock examination. However, exceptional students who are below 16 can apply and be considered provided they score 80% in the UTME, SSCE and Post-UTME and the exceptional candidates’ examination..
When will JAMB 2025 registration start and end?
Expected January 15 ‐ February 25, 2025. JAMB will officially confirm the dates.
Can I pay cash for the application documents?
To safeguard candidates from unnecessary exploitation, the Board has maintained its cashless registration regime for the UTME/DE application and other services.
What is the JAMB 2025 cut-off mark?
Universities: 140‐200; Polytechnics: 100‐120; Colleges of Education: 100. Top schools use higher internal cut-offs.
What is the cut-off mark for UNILAG 2025?
General cut-off is typically 200+, but Medicine, Law, and Nursing may require 240‐260+.
When would the sale of application documents commence?
Monday, 3rd February, 2025, to Saturday, 8th March, 2025.
Can I register JAMB without NIN?
No. NIN is compulsory for JAMB 2025 registration.
Is JAMB mock exam compulsory?
No, but it is strongly recommended to understand the CBT system.
How do I check my JAMB result?
Via SMS: text RESULT to 55019/66019; via portal: efacility.jamb.gov.ng.
How do I know the right subject combinations to suit my choice of course/programme?
The IBASS Eligibility Checker provides candidates with the list of available programmes in each tertiary institution as well as UTME subject combination for each course. It is crucial for all candidates to verify the requirements prior to the application process. candidates’ examination..
Can I change my course or institution after UTME?
Yes. Use the Change of Course/Institution service at accredited CBT centres.
Can I combine WAEC and NECO?
Yes, most schools accept two sittings, but some courses (like Medicine/Law) may not. Confirm with your school.
How many times can I write JAMB?
Unlimited. You can take it as many times as needed.
Can I give anyone my profile code or log in details?
Candidates are advised to keep as private and confidential their security details such as registration numbers, password/numbers of ATM cards, email addresses and e-PINs. No centre is allowed to request or accept a candidate's password.
When will JAMB 2025 results be out?
on Friday, May 9, 2025
What JAMB score do I need for scholarships?
Applicants for undergraduate who haveJAMB score of 330 and above and at least 5 A’s in their O-Level results (WAEC or NECO) are eligible for a 100% scholarship
What happens if I forget my email password for JAMB?
Send “Password Email address” to 55019 using your registered “Phone Number"
Can I re-use last year’s JAMB PIN?
No, you cannot reuse a JAMB ePIN from a previous year. Each JAMB ePIN is valid only for the specific registration cycle for which it was purchased. If you are registering for a new JAMB examination, you will need to purchase a new ePIN
This guide equips you with everything you need to excel in the 2025 UTME. Prepare smartly and stay confident. Good luck!
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