Are you confused on how to get profile code for jamb? Obviously, getting your Jamb profile code is a major prerequisite of the requirements for Jamb Registration. hence, the examiners have made it compulsory that NO JAMB PROFILE CODE, NO REGISTRATION.
Ok, do not panic to hear this because, generating your Jamb profile code is as easy as it could be, especially with the help of article you are reading now which will guide you effortlessly.
Before 2022/2023 Jamb UTME/DE registration, all you needed to request your Jamb Profile code was an active phone number (one that is completely functional) and at least 50 Naira airtime in your sim, either MTN, GLO, Airtel, Etisalat and etc
But things have changed a little bit recently. However, the message’s format and channel have been changed, so that’s what it means, and that is to say…
You would unquestionably not reach a success if you had already registered for Jamb and then decided to use the outdated way to create your Jamb profile code.
Before we get started, let’s review the changes to the Jamb Profile Code as well as the new conditions for getting it in addition to what Jamb Profile code is…
What Is Jamb Profile Code?
Your Jamb Profile Code is a Special Number which is always generated and sent to you by JAMB official. Obviously, more than one million students apply for the Jamb to study at various institutions in Nigeria, every year.
The interesting thing is that each student has a distinct ID (Jamb Profile Code) and Registration number that prevents them from being mixed up, no two (2) students can have exactly the same Profile code.
You should save this code somewhere because if you need to make any changes to your Jamb account, you will be required to enter your Jamb profile code in order to update your Jamb profile name, date of birth (DOB), or even upload your O-level results at any accredited Jamb CBT center.
Therefore, it is important to carry this code with you at all times.
Please note that your Jamb Registration number and Profile code are not the same and serve two different purposes. Some students, for various reasons, have a tendency to confuse their Jamb Profile code with their Jamb Registration number and that is wrong.
Your name will be gotten from the information you provided while registering for NIMC, that is to say that you must have your National Identification Number (NIN) in order to generate your Jamb Profile code.
How To Get NIN For Jamb Registration 2023
Due to the vast number of people that apply for this exam every day, getting your NIN for Jamb can be rather stressful. However, you shouldn’t let this discourage you because registration for Jamb would be impossible without it.
Follow the directions below to register your NIN:
- Before enrolling, it is important and easier if you gather your necessary documents, especially your birth certificate, as well as information like your BVN (that’s if you are using bank account), accurate name, and occupation, among other things.
- Find the NIMC office that is most convenient for you; it may be in a bank or office. Apply there for a NIN when you get there in the center.
- When you reach, you will be required to supply the required information. Your passport and biometric data will also be collected.
- After completing the registration, you will be handed a white slip (which is not the original slip and does not, however, contain your NIN) and instructed to return at a later time to pick up your brown slip, which is usually due in two (2) weeks after the white slip was given to you.
- Your NIN is written on the brown slip you’ll receive at that point when you will come back.
Alternatively, If you have already registered for NIN, you can simply dial *346# and choose “NIN Retrieval” by simply entering in “1” from the options that are provided.
You can now request your Jamb Profile Code if your NIN is ready. You can find instructions for requesting the Jamb Profile Code 2023 below.
How To Get Jamb Profile code
The two known methods for generating your JAM Profile code includes:
- By Sending SMS
- By USSD Code
How Can I Get my Jamb Profile Code Through SMS?
To receive the Jamb Profile Code needed to register for Jamb 2022 for the first time you will have to:
- Use your messaging App on your device to send the SMS
- Next, select “create new message” and enter the information listed below in the message box; NIN TO 55019 or 66019 with YOUR NIN.
Replace Your NIN with your real National Identification Number (NIN) in the message format shown.
How Can I Get my Jamb Profile Code Through USSD
Compared to the SMS method, this one is less complicated; all you have to do is to Dial*55019*1*Your NIN#.
Make careful to enter your actual National Identification Number in the “your NIN” provided.
Your Jamb Profile code, which you can use to register for the UTME Jamb, will be delivered to you by SMS.