JAMB Form 2025 & Registration Update – 2025 UTME: JAMB Announces New Registration and Exam Dates, Approves More Test Centres The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the 2025 UTME dates, registration fees, and process.
Jamb Registration and Exam Dates
According to JAMB, registration for the 2025 UTME will begin on January 31 and end on March 5. The main exam is scheduled to start on March 8, 2025, with a mock exam planned for February 23, 2025. Candidates interested in the mock exam can opt in during registration.
How to Register for Jamb 2025
To register, candidates must meet specific requirements, including having a National Identification Number (NIN). Here’s how the process works:
- Generate a Profile Code:
- Send your NIN via SMS to 55019 or 66019.
- A profile code, which is needed for registration, will be sent back.
- Registration Fees:
- UTME with Mock Exam: ₦8,200.
- UTME without Mock Exam: ₦7,200.
- Direct Entry (DE): ₦5,700.
Mock Exam for Under-16 Candidates
JAMB has introduced a special trial mock exam for candidates under the age of 16. This allows younger students to practice with the Computer-Based Testing (CBT) format without taking the main UTME.
Mandatory Requirements for Registration
To complete the 2025 UTME registration successfully, candidates must meet the following requirements:
- National Identification Number (NIN):
- All candidates must obtain their NIN as it is mandatory for registration.
- Candidates can create their profile code by sending their NIN via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using their unique phone numbers. This profile code is required to proceed with registration at any accredited JAMB Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre.
- Valid Email Address and Phone Number:
- Candidates should ensure they have an active email address and a phone number that has not been used previously for JAMB registration.
- Payment of Registration Fees:
- Candidates who opt for the UTME with the mock examination will pay ₦8,200.
- Those registering without the mock examination will pay ₦7,200.
- Direct Entry candidates will pay ₦5,700.
The Lekki Headmaster: 2025 JAMB Novel for Use of English
JAMB has selected The Lekki Headmaster by Kabir Alabi Garba as the approved reading text for the 2025 UTME Use of English. This announcement was made via JAMB’s official X (formerly Twitter) account earlier this month.
The novel will form a significant part of the Use of English examination, and candidates are encouraged to study it thoroughly. Questions will cover the themes, characters, and plot of the novel.
Reacting to the news, the author, Kabir Alabi Garba, expressed his gratitude, describing the endorsement as a milestone in his career. He acknowledged the efforts of his mentors and thanked JAMB for selecting his work to educate and inspire candidates.
Candidates can obtain The Lekki Headmaster at major bookstores nationwide or through verified online platforms. The novel is an essential component of preparation for the 2025 UTME, particularly for the Use of English paper.
Mock Examination for 2025 UTME
JAMB has scheduled the mock examination for February 23, 2025. The mock exam is optional but highly recommended for candidates who wish to familiarize themselves with the Computer-Based Test (CBT) format.
Additionally, JAMB has introduced a trial-testing mock examination specifically for candidates below the age of 16 who do not meet the age requirement for admission. This initiative allows underage candidates to gain experience with the CBT system without seeking admission into tertiary institutions.
The mock examination fees are as follows:
- ₦8,200 for candidates writing the UTME and mock exam.
- ₦5,700 for underage candidates registering for the trial-testing mock only.
Age Policy and Requirements
JAMB has reiterated its age policy for candidates seeking admission into tertiary institutions. Candidates must be at least 16 years old by September 30, 2025, to be eligible for admission.
However, gifted candidates under the age of 16 can qualify if they meet the following criteria:
- Score at least 280 in the UTME.
- Perform exceptionally in their Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) and post-UTME assessments.
This age policy aligns with JAMB’s commitment to maintaining academic standards and ensuring readiness for tertiary