The JAMB Change of Course/Institution/Data Correction service is a vital option for candidates looking to realign their academic path—whether due to UTME performance, corrected data, or a better course alignment.
What is JAMB Change of Course/Institution?
This is a service provided by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for candidates who wish to:
- Switch their course of study, or
- Change their first-choice tertiary institution, or
- Make corrections to key biographical data (name, date of birth, gender, state/LGA).
Ideal for students whose UTME results don’t match their goals, those repositioning after post-UTME, or candidates fixing errors in their registration details.
Cost & Payment Method
- JAMB’s official fee: ₦2,500
- Additional service charge (₦500–₦1,000) may apply if using a CBT/internet café.
- Some sources indicate ₦3,500 total, inclusive of e-pin fees.
How to Apply (Online via e-Facility Portal)
- Go to e‑Facility portal (portal.jamb.gov.ng/efacility)
- Log in (or create profile with email, phone, state/LGA, password)
- Select “Correction of Data” → choose “Change of Course/Institution”
- A Transaction ID is generated—save or note it
- Proceed with payment via ATM, Remita, USSD, or online banking
- Upon payment confirmation, enter exam year and JAMB reg. number
- Select new course and/or institution from available options
- Submit and you’ll receive confirmation and transaction details via email/SMS
Deadlines & Frequency
- Window opens after UTME results are released and closes before admission lists come out.
- You can make up to two changes per year (each change incurs a fee).
How to Confirm the Changes
- Visit the JAMB CAPS portal (portal.jamb.gov.ng), log in, and click “My Choices” under Regular Admission Status.
- If your updates aren’t visible yet, click Refresh—allow 1–3 business days for the system to sync.
- For school-side acknowledgment delays, contact the admissions office.
Important Tips
- Only available after UTME result release and closes before admission offers.
- You can make up to two changes in total per session .
- Ensure your UTME subject combination matches the new course requirements .
- Double-check your selection before submitting—changes aren’t editable once submitted .
What About Physical Centers?
You can also perform the exercise at any accredited JAMB CBT center if you prefer in-person assistance. The process and fees are the same.
Stay mindful of the deadlines, fees, and required subject combinations to avoid setbacks.
