Are you looking to change your JAMB examination center for the 2025/2026 session? Whether it’s due to relocation, a mistake in registration, or personal reasons, this guide will walk you through the process, costs, and important details you need to know.
Why You Might Need to Change Your JAMB Examination Center
There are several reasons why candidates may want to change their JAMB exam center for the 2025/2026 UTME:
- Registration Error – You may have selected the wrong center during registration.
- Relocation – Moving to a new state or city before the exam.
- Inconvenient Location – The assigned center is too far or lacks proper facilities.
- Health Reasons – Needing to be closer to medical care or family.
- Schedule Conflict – Clashing with another important exam or event.
If any of these apply to you, follow the steps below to change your JAMB exam center before the deadline.
Steps to Change Your JAMB Examination Center for 2025/2026
To change your JAMB center, follow these steps:
- Visit the JAMB Portal – Go to https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/ and log in with your email and password.
- Select “Correction of Data” – On the dashboard, click “Registration (2025/2026 only)” and choose “Correction of Data.”
- Choose “Change of Examination Center” – Click on this option and proceed to make a payment of ₦2,500.
- Make Payment – Use your debit card, bank account, or USSD to complete the payment.
- Select a New Center – After payment, you’ll be redirected to choose a new JAMB exam center from available options.
- Confirm and Print Slip – Verify your new center and print your updated exam slip.
Important Notes:
- You can only change your JAMB center once, so choose carefully.
- The deadline for changes is usually a few weeks before the exam—check JAMB’s official site for updates.
Cost of Changing JAMB Examination Center (2025/2026)
The fee for JAMB center change is ₦2,500 (two thousand five hundred naira). This is the standard charge for any JAMB data correction, including name, date of birth, or exam center updates.
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