The JAMB change of course and institution form provides students with an opportunity to make necessary changes to their registration and examination choices.
Apart from altering the course and institution, students can also correct their name, date of birth, gender, and local government area (LGA) details on their JAMB profile.
In this blog post, we will walk you through the procedures for the JAMB change of course and institution, along with other data corrections, in a simplified manner.
JAMB Change of Course & Institution Correction of Data:
After the release of the UTME examination results, students can apply for the JAMB change of course and institution form.
This form is available either at the CBT (Computer-Based Test) center or on the JAMB portal login page.
The cost of purchasing the form is ₦2,500. It’s important to note that there are two categories of students who can apply for the JAMB correction of data form: new JAMB applicants and undergraduate students.
Correction of Data for JAMBites:
For new JAMB applicants who recently wrote the examination, changing their institution and course of choice is possible once the JAMB results are out. To apply for the change of course and institution, students must visit the JAMB CBT center; it cannot be done using a phone or in a cyber cafe.
Undergraduate Students:
Undergraduate students who are already enrolled in universities, polytechnics, or colleges of education can apply for data correction on the JAMB profile portal.
They can change their institution, course, name, gender, and LGA details using their phone or by visiting a cyber cafe and accessing the JAMB portal login.
JAMB Data Correction Closing Date:
There is no specific closing date for the JAMB data correction form. Students can apply for changes after their JAMB results are released, and undergraduate students can apply for corrections at any time. It’s important to note that students are allowed to change their institution and course twice.
JAMB Data Correction Form:
The JAMB data correction form allows students to make changes in the following categories:
- Course/Institution
- Names
- Date of Birth
- Gender
- State/LGA of Origin
JAMB Change of Institution:
The JAMB change of institution form allows students to switch their school of choice on their JAMB profile.
Students can change their first, second, and third choices of institutions.
For example, if a student initially selected the University of Nigeria as their first choice, they can change it to Lagos State University or any other polytechnic or college of education.
JAMB Change of Course:
The JAMB change of course form enables students to switch to another course within their JAMB profile.
Some students may need to change their department of choice after viewing their JAMB result, especially if they want to switch to a less competitive course.
Additionally, changing the course becomes mandatory when a student’s chosen institution offers them admission to a different department.
JAMB Change of Name:
Students can use the JAMB change of name form to correct any mistakes or discrepancies in their names on the JAMB portal.
This correction is essential for students who made errors during the JAMB registration process or have a name mismatch between their JAMB profile and their WAEC or NECO results.
JAMB Change of Gender:
The JAMB change of gender form allows students to correct any errors made while entering their gender during the JAMB registration process.
Students who need to update their gender information can apply for this correction.
JAMB Change of State & Local Government of Origin:
The JAMB change of state and local government of origin form is for students who want to make changes in these details on their JAMB profile.
Students who need to update their state or local government of origin can apply for this correction.
How to Apply for JAMB Data Correction:
To purchase and apply for the JAMB data correction change of course and institution form, follow these steps:
- Open your phone or PC browser and launch the Chrome or Safari browser.
- Visit the JAMB portal login page: https://portal.jamb.gov.ng/eFacility
- Enter your email address and password associated with your JAMB profile.
- Click on “Login” to access your JAMB profile account.
- Select your JAMB examination year from the drop-down menu.
- Click on the sidebar menu located at the top of your screen.
- Choose “Application for Correction of Data (Exam year Downward)” from the menu.
- Enter your JAMB registration number and click on the “Search Details” button.
- Generate a payment invoice on Remita and proceed with making the payment using your ATM card.
- Return to the JAMB portal to correct your data as needed.
How to Change Phone Number in JAMB Profile: To change your phone number in your JAMB profile, follow these steps:
- Visit the JAMB CBT center and provide an affidavit stating that you have misplaced your former phone number.
- The cost of changing the phone number in your JAMB profile is free.
After JAMB Change of Course & Institution:
After making changes to your course or institution through the JAMB portal, you may face difficulties registering for your institution of choice’s post-UTME examinations immediately.
It may take a few days to a week for your changes to reflect on your JAMB profile. However, universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education in Nigeria ensure that all students can register for their screening exercises.
Conclusion
The JAMB change of course and institution form provides students with the flexibility to make necessary changes to their JAMB profile.
Whether you need to switch institutions, courses, correct your name, date of birth, gender, or local government area, the JAMB correction of data process allows you to make these modifications.
By following the outlined procedures and visiting the appropriate centers, you can successfully apply for the JAMB change of course and institution and ensure your profile information is up to date. Good luck with your future endeavors!