If you live in Sokoto State and want to take the UTME in 2026, the first step is to go to an accredited JAMB CBT centre.
Here is a list of all the registered JAMB centres in Sokoto State, along with their addresses and locations. This will help you find accredited JAMB CBT centres in Sokoto State.
List of JAMB CBT Accredited Centres in Sokoto State
For the 2026 UTME/Direct Entry registration and examination, here is a full list of approved JAMB CBT centres in Sokoto State.
S/N | Town | JAMB Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Sokoto | Blue Crescent Schools, Sokoto, Adama Raji CBT Hall | Mabera Area, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
2 | Sokoto | Shehu Shagari College Of Education | Along Birnin Kebbi Road, Farfaru Area, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
3 | Sokoto | Sokoto Education Development Trust Fund (Sedft), Senator Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko CBT Centre | No. 9, Off Sama Road, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
4 | Sokoto | Sokoto State University, CBT Centre | Along Birnin Kebbi Road, Madorawa Sokoto, Sokoto State |
5 | Sokoto | Jamb State Office | Block 6, Third Floor, Shehu Kangiwa Secretariat, Sokoto, Sokoto State (Registration Only) |
6 | Sokoto | Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto, ICT Centre | Main Campus, Near Sarda Qtrs, Sokoto, Sokoto State. |
7 | Sokoto | Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko ICT Centre | Arkilla Area Along Kalambaina Road, Sokoto Ctr 2 |
8 | Sokoto | ICT Centre, Usmanu Danfodiyo University | Main Campus, Sokoto State |
9 | Sokoto | Total ICT Centre | Opp. Staff Secondary School, Shehu Shagari College Of Education, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
10 | Sokoto | Penta M F Technical Services Ltd, Centre 2 | 96 km Sokoto-Jega Road, Tambuwal Lga, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
11 | Sokoto | Penta M F Technical Services Ltd, Centre 1 | 96 km Sokoto-Jega Road, Tambuwal Lga, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
12 | Sokoto | Usmanu Danfodiyo University (NCC) ICT Centre | Main Campus, Sokoto, Sokoto State |
13 | Sokoto | Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto New ICT Complex | Main Campus, Near Sarda Qtrs, Sokoto |
14 | Sokoto | Bakhita ICT Centre | No 1, Aliyu Jodo Road, Before Uba Bank, Sokoto |
15 | Sokoto | Malam Yahaya Digital Technology Centre | No. 6, Bye Pass Off Birnin Kebbi Road, Sifawa, Bodinga Lg, Sokoto State |
Guidelines for Effective Registration
Here is some useful advice for registering for JAMB that will help you have a smooth and uninterrupted process:
Create a Functional Email and Get Your NIN Ready: Start by making a personal, active email address that you will use for the whole registration and admission process. Also, make sure you have a valid National Identification Number (NIN) because you need it to register for JAMB.
Generate Your JAMB Profile Code: Send your NIN to 55019 or 66019 via SMS to generate a unique JAMB profile code. Before you can register at an accredited CBT centre, you need this code.
Check the Right Subject Combination: Before you sign up, make sure the subject combination is right for the course you want to take. Choosing the wrong subjects can get you disqualified during the admission screening process.
Only Sign Up at Approved CBT Centres: To make sure your information is correct and to avoid scams, always sign up at a CBT centre that has been approved by JAMB. Registration that is done outside of accredited centres is not valid.
Check Your Personal Information Again: Check that your name, date of birth, local government area, and other personal information are all correct. Mistakes here can make it harder for you to get in.
Provide Correct O-Level Information: If you haven't gotten your O-Level results yet, type them in or choose "awaiting results". When you receive your results, please ensure to upload your O-Level results to the JAMB portal.
Make Payment Through Official Channels: Before you can move on, you need to pay the official JAMB registration fee and get your ePIN. Make sure you get a receipt for every purchase.
Carefully Choose Your Institutions: Choose your first and second choice institutions based on how well you might do on the UTME and how competitive the programmes are.
Print and Keep All Documentation: After you sign up, print out your e-slip and profile information. You will need these for the test and the process of getting into school, so keep them safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much does JAMB pay each CBT centre?
A: For the 2026 UTME, JAMB remitted ₦700 per candidate to accredited CBT centres for registration, totalling over ₦1.57 billion.
Q: How to check your JAMB CBT centre?
A: To check your JAMB CBT centre, visit the official JAMB portal at https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/ and use the "Print Examination Slip" option.
Q: Has anyone scored 400 in JAMB?
A: No candidate has officially achieved a perfect score of 400/400 in the JAMB UTME
Q: How many questions are in the JAMB CBT?
A: The JAMB CBT exam lasts for two hours (120 minutes). With 180 questions to answer, the test gives you less than a minute per question.
Q: Do JAMB questions have theory?
A: No, there is no theory section in the JAMB UTME examination. The UTME is entirely objective, consisting of multiple choice questions (MCQs) in a computer based test (CBT) format.
