How to Change Institution or Course on the JAMB Portal: A Step-by-Step Guide

How to Change Institution or Course on the JAMB Portal: A Step-by-Step Guide

Changing your course or institution on the JAMB portal can be a smart move—especially if your UTME result, O’Level grades, or admission prospects have changed. Whether you want to switch to a school with a better fit or choose a course more aligned with your strengths, JAMB allows candidates to make these corrections officially. Here’s how to do it properly, using the correct channels:

1. Understand When and Why You Can Make the Change

• Eligibility: You must have taken the UTME (or DE) and have access to your JAMB profile. The change window typically opens after the release of UTME results. (Campus Times)
• Who Can Apply: This applies to UTME candidates and Direct Entry (DE) candidates. (Campus News)
• Limit on Changes: Based on current JAMB policy, you can make up to two changes to your course and/or institution. (infoarena.com.ng)
• Fee: For each change, a fee is required. As of 2025, the standard cost is ₦2,500. (jambsite.org) Some CBT centres charge additional service fees, so your total could go up to ₦3,200 – ₦3,500 depending on the centre. (Schlmag)

2. Prepare Before Making the Change

• Log in to your JAMB e-Facility portal using your registered email and password. (InfoNaijaHub)
• Ensure your JAMB registration number is handy, along with your current and new course/institution choices. (WakaAbuja)
• Confirm that the new course is offered by the prospective institution. You cannot pick a course that the school doesn’t run. (Campus Times)
• Double-check that your O’Level result meets the subject and score requirements for the new course. (InfoNaijaHub)

3. Perform the Change via JAMB e-Facility Portal

Here’s the process to initiate the change:

1. Go to efacility.jamb.gov.ng and log in. (InfoNaijaHub)
2. On your dashboard, select “Correction of Data” then choose “Change of Course/Institution”. (jambsite.org)
3. Confirm the examination year and your registration number to proceed. (StudyPlace NG)
4. Generate the invoice / payment request for the ₦2,500 fee. (jambsite.org)
5. Pay the fee using Remita, your bank card, or another accepted method. (infoarena.com.ng)
6. After payment confirmation, select your new institution and/or course from the available options. (infoarena.com.ng)
7. Review all your new choices carefully to avoid mistakes, then submit. (Congress)
8. After submission, print out the Change Slip (Acknowledgment Slip) and keep it for your records and admission screening. (infoarena.com.ng)

4. Complete Biometric Verification (If Required)

• In many cases, you will need to visit a JAMB-accredited CBT centre to finalize the change. At the centre, your fingerprint (biometric) will be scanned to authenticate the change request. (WakaAbuja)
• After your biometric data is captured and verified, the change is officially submitted, and your updated profile should begin to reflect your new institution or course. (WakaAbuja)

5. Confirm the Change

• Log in to your JAMB CAPS (Central Admissions Processing System) profile after 24–72 hours to verify that the change has been processed. Changes may take up to a few days to fully reflect. (StudyPlace NG)
• Alternatively, you can check the Change of Course/Institution Slip printed during the process. That document serves as proof of your request. (infoarena.com.ng)

6. Important Considerations & Warnings

• Be Sure Before Changing: Since you only have two chances, make your decision carefully. (infoarena.com.ng)
• Check Cut-Offs: Make sure your new course or school has admission requirements (e.g., UTME cutoff, subject combination) that match your credentials. (Congress)
• Avoid Scams: Use only official JAMB portals or accredited CBT centres. Fraudsters may promise to “guarantee your change,” but valid changes must go through the formal JAMB process. (WakaAbuja)
• Document Everything: Keep your payment receipt and printed change slip safe. They may be required during admission screening or if any dispute arises.
• Timing Matters: Changes should ideally be made before admission lists are compiled. Once a school begins issuing admission letters, changing may not impact your admission outcome. (MyEduPlug)

7. Final Tips

• Do your research on the institution and course you want to switch to—ensure it fits your career goals and that you meet the entry requirements.
• Visit a trusted CBT centre if you’re uncertain about doing it online. Staff there can guide you through the process.
• After the change, keep checking your JAMB CAPS dashboard to stay updated on admission status.
• And most importantly, don’t delay. Make the change as soon as the correction window opens after JAMB results are released.

Changing your institution or course on the JAMB portal is a fully legitimate and fairly straightforward process—if done through the correct channels. By following the steps above, paying the required fee, and verifying your changes via CAPS, you can make your admission application more aligned with your academic results and interests.

Always rely on JAMB’s official e-Facility portal (or verified CBT centres), keep track of your transaction slip, and monitor CAPS for updates. With the right strategy and accurate information, you can reposition your JAMB choices for better admission outcomes.