Understanding JAMB Regularization 2025/2026 Registration

Do you have a challenge understanding JAMB regularization 2025/2026 processes? If yes, carefully read through this article as we show to you everything you should know about the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board regularization registration.

Are you a graduate of Polytechnic, IJMB or JUPEB programmes aiming to go for NYSC but do not know what to do since JAMB didn’t offer you admission directly?

Don’t panic as there’s still a remedy. The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has made provisions for that through a process called regularization.

What is JAMB Regularization?

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) regularization allows students who gained admission outside JAMB update their record to enable them qualify for matriculation and National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).

Regularization is not for everybody but specifically graduates who gained admission into tertiary institution via JUPEB, IJMB or Direct entry without UTME.

Irrespective of the institution you went to, the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is a mandatory one (1) year programme for all graduates, and JAMB is the body responsible for senate list (names of graduates qualify for NYSC).

Who Can Apply for JAMB Regularization?

Generally, if you’ve attended any Higher insitution in Nigeria without officially gaining admission from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) then to go for the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), you must do regularization.

More specifically:

• Those who did a Higher National Diploma (HND) program without gaining admission from JAMB.
• Students who got admission for IJMB or JUPEB programmes.
• Students who switch courses in school without doing JAMB change of Course.

Understanding JAMB Regularization

Here are the important things you must note about JAMB regularization as you embark on the registration process.

• JAMB regularization legitimizes your admission, ensuring that you are recognized by JAMB and other relevant institution.
• If you did not gain admission from JAMB before without regularization, you may not be eligible to go for NYSC.
• Regularization can open doors for further studies or job opportunities that require proof of legitimate admission.
• It helps you avoid potential issues with your institution or JAMB in the future, such as being unable to graduate or receive your certificate.

Documents Needed for JAMB Regularization

Before you start the regularization process, make sure you have the following documents;

• National identification Number (NIN)
• O’level results
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Passport photographs
• Any other relevant documents.

Steps to Process JAMB Regularization 2025

The process of JAMB regularization can seem daunting, but it’s quite straightforward. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

• Create a profile code by sending your NIN (e.g. 230957483333) to 55019 or 66019.
• Visit https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/ to create JAMB profile.
• Login to your profile dashboard
• Select late application (regularization) on the left menu
• Carefully complete the online registration form
• Cross-check the information entered
• Proceed to make payment of N10,000 via ATM or bank branch
• Submit your application form
• Immediately, JAMB indemnity form will be sent to you
• Print out the form and go to your school for approval
• Your school will then send the approved form to JAMB
• In due course you will get approval notification via SMS or email.
• Once the approval is done, you can now print out your admission letter.

How to Confirm JAMB Regularization Status 2025

From time to time, you need to confirm your status as network may impede the delivery of approval notice. Follow the steps below to do so.

• Login to JAMB e-facility portal (www.efacility.jamb.gov.ng)
• On your profile, click on admission status
• Alternatively, you can attempt print your admission letter

Once your can either print the admission letter or get notification that you’ve been admitted, then know that your regularization registration was successful.

We also recommend you visit JAMB matriculation checking portal https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/CheckMatriculationList to confirm your regularization status.

FAQs

Here are the most frequently asked questions and most sought after questions and we will help answer them:

Success Tips for Regularization Application

• Always ensure that the information you provide to JAMB tallies with what your institution has especially date of birth etc.
• The earlier you process the application, the better.
• Even after submission, ensure you follow-up on your institution for updates.
• Monitor admission status or admission letter on your JAMB profile dashboard.

Conclusion

Understanding JAMB regularization process for 2025/2026 academic session is pivotal as it will enlighten you and as well guide your decisions especially if you were not given official admission by JAMB at the beginning of studies.

We hope the tips shared on this page has been helpful, if you have any other question, kindly let us know in the comment section below.