After Generating JAMB Profile Code, What Next? Essential Steps Every 2026 UTME Candidate Must Follow

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14/01/26 • 11 مناظر • 0 بانٹیں • میں شائع ہوا۔ دیگر

For many candidates, generating the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) profile code is often seen as the toughest stage of the UTME journey. Unfortunately, education experts warn that this is usually where many costly mistakes begin, as students relax too early and overlook key procedures that later affect admission, course placement, or even lead to disqualification.

With thousands of candidates already securing their 2026 JAMB profile codes, here are the crucial next steps every student must follow with utmost care.

1. Verify Your Personal Details Immediately
Once your profile code is generated, cross-check your full name, date of birth, and gender. Any error at this stage must be corrected through JAMB or NIMC. Seemingly minor mistakes often create serious problems during admission, NYSC registration, or certificate verification.

2. Use a Valid Email and Active Personal Phone Number
Candidates must ensure they use an email address they can access at all times and a personal phone number that will remain active. Do not use someone else’s contact details, as all vital information including admission updates and password recovery will be sent through these channels.

3. Prepare to Obtain Your JAMB ePIN
A profile code alone does not mean registration is complete. Candidates must purchase their ePIN from approved vendors to proceed with registration at accredited centres. Early purchase helps avoid scams and unnecessary last-minute pressure.

4. Decide on Your Course and Institution Early
Many candidates make rushed decisions at CBT centres, which affects admission chances. Research your desired course, confirm available institutions, and check admission requirements before registration to make informed choices.

5. Confirm the Correct Subject Combination
Wrong subject combinations have cost many brilliant candidates their admission. Ensure your UTME subjects match your chosen course requirements as listed in the official JAMB brochure.

6. Organise Your O’Level Results Properly
Candidates must know whether they are using one or two sittings or registering with awaiting results. Ensure required credits are available and upload results promptly when required to avoid admission loss.

7. Check Age and Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must meet the minimum age requirement, usually 16 years by the time of admission. Age discrepancies or ineligibility issues can lead to disqualification.

8. Register Only at Accredited CBT Centres
Avoid cyber cafés and unapproved agents. Only JAMB-accredited CBT centres are authorised to handle registration to prevent errors and fraud.

9. Keep All Registration Documents Safe
Secure your profile code, ePIN receipt, registration slip, and login details. These will be needed throughout the admission process.

10. Rely Only on Verified Information
Candidates are advised to follow official JAMB announcements and trusted education news platforms to avoid misinformation, fake deadlines, and misleading admission claims.

Final Note:
Generating a JAMB profile code is only the first step. What truly determines success is accuracy, preparation, and timely compliance. The Nigeria Education News remains committed to providing verified updates and guidance to help candidates navigate the 2026 UTME process successfully.

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