Are you aiming to enrol for JAMB this year? You may wonder if utilising your last year’s profile code is feasible. The answer is YES but with certain conditions and limitation to consider.
In this blog, I’ll explain JAMB profile codes, their significance, reusing old codes, and retrieving forgotten ones. We’ll also address commonly asked questions concerning JAMB profile codes and registration.
What is a JAMB Profile Code?
A JAMB profile code is a unique 10-digit number generated when creating a JAMB profile using your National Identification Number (NIN) and valid phone number. It’s the initial registration step, required for purchasing your e-PIN and completing online registration.
This code links your data to JAMB records, ensuring a smooth, personalised examination process. It also helps prevent identity fraud and multiple registrations.
Why is JAMB Profile Code Important?
Your JAMB profile code is crucial, as it’s the sole means to access your JAMB profile and e-PIN. Without it, you can’t register for JAMB exams or check results and admission status.
Moreover, your JAMB profile code is tied to your mandatory NIN, verifying your identity and eligibility for JAMB and other educational services.
Reusing Your Earlier Profile Code
You’ve previously enrolled for JAMB or processed admission in 2023 or before. No need to create a new profile or generate a new code. Use the same phone number, email, and code from last year.
However, some conditions and limits apply when reusing your old code:
- Your profile links to your NIN and phone number. You cannot change or transfer details to another candidate.
- To correct your name, visit a JAMB office or accredited center with your NIN slip and payment proof. The ‘CORRECT’ command on your existing phone won’t work.
- Purchase a new e-PIN for this year’s JAMB registration. Your old e-PIN is invalid. Use the same or new code to buy from any authorized vendor.
Retrieving Your Old Profile Code
Forgotten your old code? No worries! Send ‘RESEND’ to 55019 or 66019 from the same phone used to create your profile. Receive your code and details via text. Ensure sufficient airtime – service costs N50 per SMS.
FAQs
Answers to frequent Common Questions about JAMB profile code and enrollment process:
Q: How to create new JAMB profile and get profile code?
- A: If first-time JAMB candidate, you must create new profile and obtain code. Requirements are valid NIN and phone number. Steps:
- Text NIN to 55019 or 66019. Example: ‘NIN 12345678901’ to 55019.
- Confirmation message with profile code and details will arrive.
- Safeguard code, use for e-PIN purchase and online registration completion.
Q: What if I lack NIN or misplaced NIN slip?
- A: NIN mandatory for JAMB registration. Without NIN, visit nearest NIMC center to obtain or retrieve. Alternatively, check NIN status online at https://nimc.gov.ng/check-your-nin-status/.
Q: How to buy e-PIN and finalize online registration?
- A: After getting profile code, purchase e-PIN from authorized vendor. Payment options include online, USSD, ATM, bank deposit, POS. E-PIN arrives via SMS or email post-payment.
First, you must visit an accredited CBT center for online registration. You need e-PIN, profile code, NIN, photo, biometrics, and O’level results.
Q: How do I check my JAMB result and admission status?
- A: Visit and login with email/password or registration number. Alternatively, text ‘RESULT’ or ‘ADMISSION’ to 55019/66019 from the registered phone.
Conclusion
Yes, last year’s profile code can be used this year with conditions and limitations. Any other JAMB profile code or registration queries are welcome below. If helpful, kindly share this post. Best wishes for your exams!
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