The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced the sale of registration e-PINs for the 2026 UTME, with e-PIN sales closing on 26th February 2026 (while Direct Entry e-PIN sales open on Monday, 2nd March 2026).
Official 2026 JAMB UTME e-PIN Cost & Breakdown
| Registration Category | Total e-PIN Cost |
|---|---|
| UTME Only (Without Mock) | ₦7,200 |
| UTME With Optional Mock Exam | ₦8,700 |
The total payment covers the JAMB application fee (₦3,500), reading text (₦1,000), CBT centre registration service charge (₦700), CBT centre UTME exam service charge (₦1,500), bank charges (₦500), and the optional Mock-UTME centre charge (₦1,500).
Where to Buy Your 2026 JAMB e-PIN
- Online Payment Platforms: You can buy your e-PIN directly using your generated 10-digit Profile Code on Quickteller, Moniepoint, or Remita.
- Physical Outlets: Participating commercial banks, Microfinance Banks (MFBs), Mobile Money Operators (MMOs), and NIPOST offices nationwide. Once paid, the e-PIN is delivered via SMS to your registered phone number.
After purchasing your e-PIN, proceed to an accredited CBT centre for biometric capture, and start practicing past questions on the Mentra JAMB CBT app, available on both Android and iOS.
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