Monday, October 6, 2025

JAMB Change of Institution 2025/2026: Full Guide, Requirements & How to Apply

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Are you a 2025/2026 JAMB candidate looking to change your institution or course after the UTME or Direct Entry exam? You’re not alone! Many students seek JAMB change of institution for various reasons, such as low scores, change of interest, or registration errors.

๐Ÿ“Œ What is JAMB Change of Institution?

JAMB change of institution is an official service that allows UTME/DE candidates to modify their choice of school or course after registration. This is useful if:

  • You scored below your preferred schoolโ€™s cut-off mark
  • You changed your mind about your course/institution
  • You made a mistake during JAMB registration
  • You want to increase your admission chances
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๐Ÿ“Œ Why Apply for JAMB Change of Institution?

Here are common reasons candidates apply:
๐Ÿ”น Low JAMB score โ€“ Switching to a less competitive school
๐Ÿ”น New academic interest โ€“ Changing to a preferred course
๐Ÿ”น Correction of errors โ€“ Fixing mistakes in initial registration
๐Ÿ”น Better admission opportunities โ€“ Applying to multiple schools

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๐Ÿ“Œ Is JAMB Change of Institution 2025/2026 Out?

Yes! The JAMB change of institution portal is now open on www.jamb.gov.ng. Eligible candidates can apply before the deadline.

๐Ÿ“Œ How Much is JAMB Change of Institution 2025/2026?

The JAMB change of institution fee is โ‚ฆ3,500 (Three Thousand Five Hundred Naira only). This covers the processing fee for modifying your institution/course choices.

๐Ÿ“Œ How to Apply for JAMB Change of Institution 2025/2026

Method 1: Online Application (via JAMB Portal)

1๏ธโƒฃ Visit JAMBโ€™s official website
2๏ธโƒฃ Log in with your email & password
3๏ธโƒฃ Click โ€œCorrection of Dataโ€ โ†’ โ€œCourse/Institutionโ€
4๏ธโƒฃ Generate a transaction ID & pay โ‚ฆ3,500
5๏ธโƒฃ Select your new institution & course choices
6๏ธโƒฃ Submit & print your confirmation slip

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Method 2: Offline Application (via JAMB Office/CBT Centre)

1๏ธโƒฃ Visit any accredited JAMB office or CBT centre
2๏ธโƒฃ Request a change of institution form
3๏ธโƒฃ Pay โ‚ฆ3,500 & fill the form correctly
4๏ธโƒฃ Submit & get a printout as proof

๐Ÿ“Œ JAMB Change of Institution Closing Date 2025/2026

The deadline for JAMB change of institution is February 17, 2025. Late applications will not be accepted, so act fast!

๐Ÿ“Œ Final Tips for JAMB Change of Institution

โœ” Check cut-off marks before selecting a new school
โœ” Verify accreditation of your new course
โœ” Apply early before the portal closes
โœ” Keep your payment receipt & printout for reference

๐Ÿ”— Need help? Drop your questions in the comments!

By following this guide, you can seamlessly update your JAMB choices and boost your admission chances! ๐Ÿš€

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