JAMB has announced that so far about one million candidates have already registered for the ongoing 2026 UTME. The information was disclosed in the official Bulletin of the Board. Candidates are to note that the sales of ePIN will end February 26th while registration ends February 28th, 2026

JAMB advised all candidates who desire to sit for the examination to register immediately, as the Board will not extend the registration deadline under any circumstance. The Board stated that it has observed with concern the near absence of candidates at many accredited registration centres at this stage of the exercise. This recurring pattern where candidates deliberately delay registration until the final days and subsequently begin to agitate for an extension will not be entertained in 2026.

The Board warns that it is aware of deliberate efforts by examination cheats and individuals posing as tutorial centre owners who mislead candidates into delaying registration in anticipation of an extension. According to the Board, this tactic is aimed at forcing mass registration at the last minute to facilitate examination malpractice.

The Board stated unequivocally that there will be no extension of the 2026 UTME registration period, which began on Monday, 26 January 2026, and was clearly scheduled to last five weeks. That timeline remains unchanged.

So far, about one million candidates have indicated interest in the examination, with many already purchasing their ePINs and expected to complete registration promptly. JAMB explained that extending the registration period is impracticable, as its operational calendar is tightly aligned with those of other examination bodies.

Candidates are therefore advised to register early, avoid last-minute rushes, and disregard any claims suggesting an extension as the Board will not be held responsible for candidates who fail to register within the stipulated period.

Candidates are also advised to start preparations towards the exam with the Myschool JAMB CBT Mobile App for android phones or the Myschool JAMB CBT Software for Computer systems. Both contain over 60,000 JAMB past questions and answers to help you get adequately ready for the exam. You can equally check out the Myschool CBT Classroom. Candidates are advised to join the Myschool JAMB WhatsApp group where JAMB 2026 candidates or prospective students of a particular school can ask questions, share their concerns and get instant answers. CLICK HERE to join.

Schools, Institutions, Tutorial Centres, Business Centres & Cafes can start setting up their CBT Centres to become JAMB CBT Agents and Training Centres to help train students for the upcoming exams. For details on how to proceed, please click here.