Every year, thousands of students in Nigeria register for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Unfortunately, many candidates make costly mistakes during the registration process, jeopardizing their chances of admission into their desired institutions.
As the 2025 JAMB registration approaches, it’s crucial to learn from the mistakes of 2024 candidates and take steps to avoid them. This blog post highlights the most common errors and provides practical tips to help you have a smooth registration process in 2025.
1. Inaccurate Personal Information
What Happened?
Many candidates made mistakes in their names, dates of birth, gender, state of origin, and local government area during registration. Some even used names that differed from those on their National Identification Number (NIN) records.
Why Is This a Problem?
Such errors cause mismatches between your JAMB profile and other official records, which can lead to the rejection of your application by institutions.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Cross-check your NIN details before starting your registration.
- Ensure that your personal information matches across all documents.
- Carefully review your registration details before final submission.
2. Wrong Subject Combination
What Happened?
Many students selected incorrect subject combinations for their desired courses, despite JAMB providing a subject combination guide.
Why Is This a Problem?
Incorrect combinations disqualify you from admission into your preferred course and may force you to change your course or institution later.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Refer to the official JAMB brochure for the correct subject combination for your course.
- Consult teachers, counselors, or trusted educational advisors if unsure.
3. Using Unauthorized Cyber Cafés for Registration
What Happened?
Some candidates registered at unaccredited cyber cafés instead of JAMB-accredited CBT centers. These unauthorized centers:
- Used fake or expired registration software.
- Entered incorrect details.
- Overcharged candidates.
Why Is This a Problem?
Your registration might be invalid, your personal information compromised, or errors difficult to correct later.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Register only at JAMB-accredited CBT centers.
- Check the list of approved centers on the official JAMB website.
4. Multiple Registrations
What Happened?
Some candidates attempted multiple registrations, believing it would improve their chances. Others forgot their profile code and created new accounts.
Why Is This a Problem?
JAMB considers multiple registrations as examination malpractice, and such registrations are disqualified.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Avoid registering more than once.
- Retrieve your lost profile code instead of creating a new one.
- Use your registered phone number for all communication with JAMB.
5. Payment Issues
What Happened?
Candidates experienced failed transactions, incorrect payments, or scams by unapproved payment channels.
Why Is This a Problem?
Payment errors can prevent registration, and funds lost to scams are hard to recover.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Make payments through official JAMB payment channels only.
- Avoid third-party agents offering “quick fixes.”
- Double-check transaction details before confirming payments.
6. Failure to Upload O’Level Results
What Happened?
Some candidates forgot to upload their O’Level results or provided incomplete or incorrect details.
Why Is This a Problem?
Without valid O’Level results, admission cannot be processed.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Upload your O’Level results immediately after registration.
- Verify your upload status on the JAMB portal before the admission deadline.
7. Incorrect Email Address
What Happened?
Candidates used invalid email addresses or shared one email across multiple profiles.
Why Is This a Problem?
You may miss important JAMB notifications, and accessing your profile becomes difficult.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Use a valid, personal email address that you can access easily.
- Avoid sharing email addresses with others.
8. Ignoring Mock Exam Registration
What Happened?
Some candidates skipped the JAMB Mock Exam, assuming it was unimportant.
Why Is This a Problem?
The mock exam helps familiarize candidates with the CBT format, and those who skipped it struggled with technical issues during the main exam.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Register for the JAMB Mock Exam if you’re a first-time candidate.
- Use it as an opportunity to practice with the CBT process.
9. Waiting Until the Last Minute to Register
What Happened?
Many candidates delayed registration until the deadline, resulting in rushed entries and errors.
Why Is This a Problem?
Registration centers become overcrowded, and mistakes are more likely when rushed.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Register as soon as the JAMB portal opens.
- Don’t wait until the deadline approaches.
10. Lack of Proper Guidance
What Happened?
Many students registered without consulting teachers, parents, or counselors, leading to poor decisions.
How to Avoid This in 2025:
- Consult experienced counselors or teachers during registration.
- Understand the process fully before proceeding.
Conclusion
JAMB registration is a critical step in your academic journey. Avoiding these common mistakes can save you from unnecessary stress and disappointment. Whether it’s entering accurate information, choosing the right subjects, or using accredited CBT centers, every detail matters.
Take your time, prepare thoroughly, and follow official guidelines to ensure a smooth registration process. Share this blog post with friends and classmates to help them avoid these common mistakes during JAMB registration!
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