JAMB Change of Course, Institution 2026: Requirements, Cost & How to Apply – If you want to change the course or institution you selected during JAMB registration, you can apply for a Correction of Data for Institution/Course through JAMB.
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For 2026, JAMB’s official payment page lists the fee for Correction of Data — Institution/Course at ₦2,500, with a ₦100 CBT service charge.
Below is a practical guide covering the cost, requirements, application process, what to do when the new choice is not showing on your school portal, and important things to check before making the change.
What Is JAMB Change of Course or Institution?
JAMB Change of Course/Institution is a correction service that allows a candidate to change the course and/or institution attached to their JAMB record.
For example, a candidate who originally selected:
- University A as first choice
- Course A as the proposed course
may use the correction service to select another institution, another course, or both, where the relevant admission process allows it.
The important thing is that changing your JAMB choice does not automatically mean that the new institution has admitted you. The institution still has its own admission and screening processes.
JAMB Change of Course/Institution 2026 Cost
According to JAMB’s current official payment and services page:
| Service | JAMB fee | CBT service charge |
|---|---|---|
| Change of Institution/Course | ₦2,500 | ₦100 |
This means you should budget ₦2,600 in the official listed charges when completing the service through a CBT centre, although other printing or centre-related charges may apply depending on the service being provided.
Do not rely on older articles claiming that the correction fee is automatically ₦3,000, ₦3,500 or another amount. JAMB’s current payment page should be used when confirming the applicable charge.
Who Can Change Their JAMB Course or Institution?
A candidate may need the service when their original choice no longer matches their admission plan.
Common situations include:
- You want to move to another university, polytechnic or other tertiary institution.
- You want to change your proposed course.
- Your UTME score does not meet the requirements of your original course.
- You discover that your preferred institution is accepting candidates for a different course.
- You want your JAMB institution to correspond with the institution where you intend to seek admission.
- You made an incorrect course or institution choice during registration.
However, changing your choice on JAMB does not guarantee admission into the new course or institution.
The new institution will still determine whether you meet its admission requirements.
Requirements for JAMB Change of Course/Institution 2026
Before starting the process, have your important JAMB information available.
You may need:
- Your JAMB registration number
- Your JAMB profile/login details
- Your original JAMB registration information
- The new institution you want to select
- The new course you want to select, where applicable
- Your UTME result details
- The required payment for the correction service
Before submitting the change, carefully check the institution and course you are selecting.
A mistake in the new choice can create another problem, especially if you are trying to meet a Post-UTME or admission deadline.
When Should You Change Your JAMB Course or Institution?
You should not wait until the final stage of an institution’s admission process before checking whether your JAMB record matches your intended application.
For example, if you intend to participate in a university’s Post-UTME screening, check the institution’s requirements before making the change.
This is particularly important because changing your JAMB record and applying for a school’s Post-UTME are separate processes.
A successful change on JAMB does not automatically complete your Post-UTME application.
How to Change JAMB Course or Institution 2026
The service is listed by JAMB as Correction of Data — Institution/Course.
The practical process is as follows.
Step 1: Access your JAMB profile
Go to the official JAMB website and access your candidate profile.
Use the login details associated with your JAMB registration.
Avoid giving your password or other sensitive login information to untrusted individuals.
Step 2: Select the Correction of Data option
Look for the service relating to Correction of Data.
JAMB’s official payment page specifically identifies Institution/Course under Correction of Data.
Step 3: Select Institution/Course
Choose the option for changing your institution and/or course.
Read the information displayed on the portal before continuing.
Step 4: Select your new institution or course
Enter or select the institution you want to change to.
If you are also changing your course, select the appropriate course.
Take your time at this stage.
Check:
- Institution name
- Course name
- Course code where displayed
- Choice position
- Other information shown on the page
Do not submit the request until you are satisfied that the information is correct.
Step 5: Make the required payment
Proceed with the payment for the correction service.
JAMB currently lists ₦2,500 for Institution/Course correction and a ₦100 CBT service charge.
Keep your payment details or receipt after completing the transaction.
Step 6: Complete the correction request
Follow the instructions displayed on the portal or provided by the authorised CBT centre.
Review the new information before final submission.
Step 7: Confirm that the change has been processed
After completing the process, check your JAMB profile again.
Confirm that the new institution and/or course is correctly displayed.
It is also important to check the institution’s admission or Post-UTME portal because the new information may not immediately appear there.
Can I Change Both Course and Institution?
The JAMB service is specifically listed as Institution/Course under Correction of Data.
Therefore, if your admission plan requires changes to both your institution and course, check the options available to you during the correction process.
Before submitting, make sure the new institution and course are exactly what you intend to use.
Do not assume that changing the institution automatically changes the course.
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JAMB Change of Institution Not Reflecting on School Portal
This is one of the problems candidates commonly encounter.
Your JAMB profile may show the new institution while the institution’s own portal continues to display your previous information.
JAMB’s public support system contains recent candidate complaints involving situations where a course or institution change was showing on JAMB but was not yet reflected on a school’s portal.
For example, candidates have reported cases involving University of Abuja, Federal University of Lafia and other institutions where the JAMB record and school portal did not appear to be synchronised.
What should you do?
First, confirm that the change has actually been completed on your JAMB profile.
If the new institution/course is correctly showing on JAMB but not on the school’s website:
- Check whether the institution has updated its admission/Post-UTME portal.
- Check the school’s instructions for candidates who recently changed institution.
- Contact the institution’s admission office if the problem continues.
- If the problem concerns your JAMB record itself, use JAMB’s official support system to create a candidate support ticket.
JAMB’s Central Online Support System allows candidates to create a support ticket for complaints so the Board can monitor and handle the issue.
Do not immediately pay another person simply because your school portal has not updated.
First determine whether the problem is with your JAMB record or the institution’s database.
What Should You Check Before Changing Your Course?
Changing course simply because another course sounds attractive can create another admission problem.
Before making the change, check the requirements for the new course.
Pay attention to:
- Your UTME score
- Required O’Level subjects
- UTME subject combination
- Institution-specific requirements
- Whether the institution offers the course
- Whether the institution is accepting candidates for the course
- Post-UTME requirements
- Admission requirements for the current session
For example, if your new course requires a particular O’Level subject that you do not have, changing to that course may not solve your admission problem.
It is better to confirm the requirements first.
What Happens After Changing Your Institution?
Changing your institution on JAMB does not complete the entire admission process.
You may still need to:
- Register for the institution’s Post-UTME or screening exercise.
- Upload or provide required documents.
- Meet the institution’s departmental requirements.
- Monitor the institution’s admission portal.
- Monitor JAMB CAPS where applicable.
- Respond to admission offers when required.
Your new institution may also have its own deadline for Post-UTME or admission-related applications.
Therefore, don’t stop after completing the JAMB change.
Does Changing Course or Institution Guarantee Admission?
No.
A JAMB change only updates the relevant information on your JAMB record. It does not constitute an admission offer.
Admission depends on factors such as the institution’s requirements, your qualifications, available spaces, screening process and other admission conditions applicable to the institution.
This is why you should research the new course and institution before paying for the correction.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Choosing a course without checking the requirements
Don’t choose a course simply because you believe it has a lower cut-off or because somebody recommended it.
Check the actual requirements of the institution.
Selecting the wrong institution
Carefully confirm the institution’s name before submitting your correction.
Some institutions have similar names, especially federal, state and private institutions.
Assuming the change is an admission
A change of institution is not the same thing as receiving admission.
You still have to follow the new institution’s admission process.
Ignoring the school’s Post-UTME deadline
Changing your JAMB institution does not automatically register you for Post-UTME.
Check the new institution’s portal immediately after making the change.
Paying unofficial agents unnecessarily
JAMB’s official payment page gives the listed charge for Institution/Course correction.
If someone asks you for a large additional amount to “activate” or “approve” the change, verify what the payment is actually for before paying.
What If Your Change Has Not Reflected?
If the change is not appearing on your JAMB profile after you completed the process, check your payment and correction status first.
If the problem remains unresolved, JAMB’s Central Online Support System provides a route for candidates to submit complaints and track support requests.
When submitting a complaint, clearly explain:
- Your JAMB registration details
- The original institution/course
- The new institution/course
- When you completed the correction
- What your JAMB portal currently displays
- What problem you are experiencing
If the JAMB portal is correct but the school’s portal is not updated, you should also contact the institution’s admission office.
Questions People May Asked
How much is JAMB Change of Course/Institution in 2026?
JAMB currently lists ₦2,500 for Correction of Data involving Institution/Course, plus a ₦100 CBT service charge.
Can I change my JAMB institution and course?
The JAMB Correction of Data service includes Institution/Course, so candidates should follow the options available through the official correction process.
Will changing my institution give me automatic admission?
No. The change only updates your JAMB choice. The new institution still has to consider you under its admission process.
What if my new institution is showing on JAMB but not on the school portal?
Confirm that the change is correctly showing on JAMB, then check the institution’s admission/Post-UTME portal or contact its admission office. JAMB’s support system has also documented candidate complaints involving changes not yet reflected on institution portals.
Can I change my course because my UTME score is not enough?
You may consider another course where you meet the institution’s requirements, but check the actual admission requirements before making the change.
Where can I complain about a JAMB correction problem?
JAMB’s Central Online Support System allows candidates to create a support ticket for complaints.
Official JAMB Links
For the safest information, use JAMB’s official platforms when making or confirming a correction:
- JAMB Payment & Services:
- JAMB Candidate Support:
- JAMB Official Website:
Final Advice
If you are considering a JAMB change of course or institution, don’t make the decision based only on what another candidate tells you.
First confirm that the new institution is accepting applications, check the requirements for your proposed course, and make sure your O’Level subjects and UTME combination are suitable.
Most importantly, confirm the information on your JAMB profile after the correction and separately check the new institution’s portal. A successful JAMB change does not by itself complete the institution’s admission process.
Last updated: September 2026
Author: Kelechi Daniel