Many JAMB 2025 candidates face issues where their old names, wrong date of birth, or incorrect details still appear in their JAMB registration, even after making corrections on the NIMC platform. This happens because updating your NIN details at NIMC does not automatically reflect on JAMB’s database.
To ensure JAMB pulls your corrected details, you must send “REQUERY NIN” to 55019 or 66019 before completing your JAMB registration. If you skip this step, JAMB will continue using your old, incorrect details, and you won’t be able to change them later.
This guide explains:
✅ Why sending “REQUERY NIN” is necessary
✅ Who needs to update their NIN details before JAMB registration
✅ Step-by-step instructions to fix incorrect details
✅ What happens if you register for JAMB 2025 without sending “REQUERY NIN”
Why You Must Send “REQUERY NIN” Before JAMB 2025 Registration
Many candidates assume that once they correct their name, date of birth, or other details at NIMC, JAMB will automatically update their records. Unfortunately, this is not true. Here’s why sending “REQUERY NIN” is crucial:
🔹 JAMB pulls your details from NIMC only once – If you don’t send “REQUERY NIN”, JAMB will keep using the old details stored in their system.
🔹 No corrections after registration – Once you register for JAMB 2025 without updating your details, you cannot change your name later.
🔹 NIMC updates don’t sync automatically – Your corrections will not reflect on your JAMB profile unless you manually request an update via “REQUERY NIN”.
By sending “REQUERY NIN” to 55019 or 66019, you instruct JAMB to recheck your details in the NIMC database and pull the latest corrections.
Who Needs to Send “REQUERY NIN”?
You must send “REQUERY NIN” if you:
✔ Recently corrected your name, date of birth, or other details on your NIN.
✔ Changed the phone number linked to your NIN.
✔ Want to ensure JAMB 2025 pulls your latest details before registration.
If your NIN details are already correct, you do not need to send this message.
How to Send “REQUERY NIN” Before JAMB 2025 Registration
Follow these steps to ensure JAMB updates your corrected details:
Step 1: Use the Same Phone Number Linked to Your NIN
- You must send the message from the same phone number previously used for JAMB registration.
- If you changed your number, update it at NIMC first.
Step 2: Send “REQUERY NIN” to 55019 or 66019
- Open your phone’s SMS app.
- Type REQUERY NIN (in capital letters).
- Send it to 55019 or 66019.
Example:
Copy REQUERY NIN
Step 3: Wait for JAMB’s Confirmation SMS
- After sending, you should receive a confirmation message from JAMB stating your details have been updated.
- This may take a few minutes to a few hours, depending on network conditions.
Step 4: Proceed with JAMB 2025 Registration
- Once confirmed, proceed to register for JAMB 2025.
- Your corrected NIN details will now appear in your JAMB profile.
What Happens If You Register for JAMB Without Sending “REQUERY NIN”?
If you skip sending “REQUERY NIN” before registration:
❌ JAMB will use your old details from their previous pull.
❌ Corrections made at NIMC won’t reflect in your JAMB profile.
❌ No name changes allowed after registration – This can cause issues during admission processing.
To avoid problems, always send “REQUERY NIN” before registering for JAMB 2025 if you’ve updated your NIN details.Don’t risk registration errors! Always send “REQUERY NIN” before completing your JAMB 2025 registration.
By following these steps, you can avoid JAMB registration errors and ensure your details are accurate for admission processing. 🚀
