JAMB 2026/2027 | Past Questions, Answers & Registration Fees Guide

JAMB 2026/2027 | Past Questions:  Are you preparing for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)? Whether you are aiming for a federal university, a state polytechnic, or a college of education, your journey starts here. One of the most confusing things for candidates is the terminology. You might be searching for “JAMB School Fees,” but what you likely need to know is the Cost of the JAMB Registration Form and how to prepare using Past Questions. JAMB itself is an exam body, not a school, so it doesn’t charge “school fees” in the traditional sense. However, getting your registration right and studying with the correct materials are the first financial and academic hurdles you will cross.

This guide details the projected cost of the JAMB 2026/2027 registration, the breakdown of the fees, and how to effectively use past questions to smash a score of 300+.

(CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD JAMB PAST QUESTIONS)

1. JAMB 2026/2027 Registration Fees (Projected)

Many students ask, “How much is the school fee for JAMB?” In reality, you are paying for the Registration Form and the CBT Centre Service Charge.

JAMB has adopted a “Cashless Policy,” meaning you pay a single lump sum to JAMB, and they settle the CBT centres. You do not pay cash at the centre.

A. UTME Candidates (With Mock Exam)

If you want to take the optional Mock Exam (which is highly recommended to test your readiness):

• Projected Total: ₦7,700 – ₦8,700.

• Breakdown:

  • JAMB Application Fee: ~₦3,500.

  • Reading Text (The Life Changer): ~₦500 – ₦1,000.

  • CBT Centre Service Charge: ~₦700 – ₦1,000.

  • Mock Exam Fee: ~₦1,500 – ₦2,000.

  • Bank Charges: ~₦500.

B. UTME Candidates (Without Mock Exam)

If you decide to skip the Mock Exam:

• Projected Total: ₦6,200 – ₦7,200.

• Note: This is the cheaper option, but you miss out on the practice run.

C. Direct Entry (DE) Candidates

For those applying directly to the 200 Level (with ND, NCE, or IJMB):

• Projected Total: ₦6,000 – ₦7,000.

• Registration Point: DE registration is usually done strictly at JAMB State/Zonal Offices, not just any CBT centre.

2. JAMB 2026/2027 Past Questions and Answers

The secret to scoring above 300 in JAMB is not just reading your textbook—it is mastering the JAMB Pattern. The exam body is known for repeating question structures and concepts from previous years.

Why You Need Past Questions

1. Understand the Pattern: JAMB questions are not always direct. Past questions teach you how to spot “trick questions.”

2. Time Management: The 2026 exam will be strictly CBT (Computer-Based Test). You have limited time. Practising with past questions helps you gauge if you are too slow.

3. Topic Prediction: By solving the last 10 years of questions, you will notice that certain topics (e.g., Organic Chemistry in Chemistry or Vowel Sounds in English) appear every single year.

Where to Get Original Past Questions

• JAMB CBT Apps: There are many apps (CLICK HERE) that simulate the real exam environment. This is better than paper because it trains you for the computer interface.

• Hardcopy Booklets: You can buy the “Series” booklets at bookshops. (CLICK HERE)

• PDF Downloads: Many educational blogs offer PDF versions of past questions. (CLICK HERE)

3. “School Fees” After JAMB

If your search was actually about the school fees for the university you want to enter after JAMB, you need to know that fees vary wildly by institution type.

• Federal Universities (e.g., UNILAG, UNN, ABU):

  • Projected Fees: ₦60,000 – ₦150,000 per session.

  • Note: Federal schools are the cheapest but most competitive.

• State Universities (e.g., LASU, OOU, DELSU):

  • Projected Fees: ₦150,000 – ₦250,000 per session.

• Private Universities (e.g., Covenant, Babcock, Bells):

  • Projected Fees: ₦800,000 – ₦3,000,000+ per session.

4. Steps to Register for JAMB 2026 (Quick Guide)

1. Get your NIN: You cannot register for JAMB 2026 without a National Identification Number (NIN).

2. Create Profile: Send your NIN to 55019 or 66019 as an SMS to generate your Profile Code.

3. Buy e-PIN: Take that Profile Code to a bank (or pay online via Remita/Interswitch) to buy your e-PIN.

4. Visit CBT Centre: Go to an accredited CBT centre with your e-PIN to complete your biometrics. Do not do this at a Cybercafe.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the JAMB 2026 form out? Not yet. The JAMB form usually goes on sale in January or February of the exam year. For the 2026/2027 session, expect the portal to open in January 2026.

2. Can I use the 2025 Past Questions for 2026? Absolutely. The syllabus rarely changes drastically. Practising with 2024 and 2025 questions is the best preparation you can do.

3. Is the Mock Exam compulsory? No, it is optional. However, if you are not very good with computers, we strongly advise you to pay the extra ~₦1,500 for the Mock exam to get comfortable with the mouse and keyboard before the main day.