Step-by-Step Guide: How to Get Your JAMB Profile Code

The Joint Admission and Matriculation Board (JAMB) profile code is a unique 10-digit number assigned to candidates during the JAMB UTME registration.

This guide will walk you through the process of obtaining your JAMB profile code.

What is the JAMB Profile Code?

The JAMB profile code is part of the unique numbers that the Joint Admission and Matriculation Board uses to identify candidates during UTME registrations. JAMB UTME candidates must generate this code before they can successfully register for the UTME exams in a given year.

How to Get the JAMB Profile Code

Follow these steps to get your JAMB profile code:

1. Get your National Identification Number (NIN): Your NIN is required to generate your JAMB profile code.
2. Get your SIM Card: You will need a SIM card registered in your name and NIN to generate your JAMB profile code.
3. Send a Text Message to JAMB USSD Code: To get your JAMB profile code via USSD, dial 550191NIN# or 660191NIN# and send².
4. Save your JAMB profile code: Once you receive your JAMB profile code, save it for future use.

How to Recover your JAMB Profile Code

If you’ve misplaced your JAMB profile code, you can recover it by following these methods:

1. Check your JAMB Profile: Log into your JAMB profile to find your profile code.
2. Check your Email Address: Your profile code may be in your email inbox.
3. Send an SMS to JAMB: Text ‘RESEND’ to 55019 or 66019 to recover your old profile code.

Here are some frequently asked questions about the JAMB profile code:

Does the JAMB Profile Code Expire? 

• No, the JAMB profile code does not expire.

How do I recover my JAMB Profile Code? 

• You can recover your JAMB profile code by sending ‘RESEND’ to 55019 or 66019.

How much does it cost to create a Profile Code? 

• The cost to create a profile code varies. Please check the official JAMB website for the most accurate information.

Do I need a Profile Code for JAMB Regularization? 

• Yes, a profile code is required for JAMB regularization.

What do I need to do After Creating my Profile Code? 

• After creating your profile code, you can proceed with your JAMB UTME registration.

Can I Create a JAMB Profile Code at a CBT Centre? 

• No, you cannot create a JAMB profile code at a CBT centre. You must create it yourself using the steps outlined above.