JAMB ePIN Sales Begin for 2026 UTME: Prices and Where to Buy
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Summary
JAMB ePIN sales for 2026 UTME are now open. Purchase your ePIN for ₧7,200 (without mock) or ₧8,700 (with mock) from banks, NIPOST, and other authorized vendors.
JAMB ePIN Sales Begin for 2026 UTME: Prices and Where to Buy
JAMB has commenced the sale of electronic Personal Identification Numbers (ePINs) for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Candidates can now purchase their ePINs from authorized vendors to begin the registration process.
ePIN Prices for 2026 UTME
| Option | Price |
|---|---|
| UTME Only (without Mock) | ₧7,200 |
| UTME with Mock Examination | ₧8,700 |
What Your ePIN Payment Covers
The ePIN fee includes:
- JAMB application fee: ₧3,500
- Reading text (The Lekki Headmaster): ₧1,000
- CBT centre registration service charge: ₧700
- CBT centre UTME server charge: ₧1,500
- Bank charges: ₧500
- Optional: CBT mock-UTME centre charge: ₧1,500
Where to Buy JAMB ePIN
Purchase your ePIN from any of these authorized channels:
- NIPOST – Nigerian Postal Service branches nationwide
- Commercial Banks – All major banks in Nigeria
- Microfinance Banks (MFBs)
- Money Market Operators (MMOs)
- Quickteller Platform
- Moniepoint
- Remita Platform
- Other authorized financial institutions
How to Purchase Your ePIN
- Generate Profile Code First: Send your NIN to 55019 via SMS
- Visit Authorized Vendor: Go to any approved sales point listed above
- Present Profile Code: Show your profile code from your phone
- Choose Package: Select UTME only (₧7,200) or UTME with mock (₧8,700)
- Make Payment: Pay the required amount
- Receive ePIN: Your ePIN will be sent directly to your registered phone number via SMS
Important Dates
- ePIN Sales Begin: January 26, 2026
- ePIN Sales End: February 26, 2026
- Direct Entry ePIN Sales: March 2, 2026
- Registration Deadline: February 28, 2026
Important Tips
- Only buy ePIN from authorized vendors to avoid scams
- Keep your ePIN secure and do not share it
- The ePIN can only be used once for registration
- Proceed to an accredited CBT centre immediately after purchase to complete registration
