How to Change Institution on JAMB
If you want to switch your JAMB choice of university after the exam, here's everything you need to know about the change of institution process.
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What Is JAMB Change of Institution?
After sitting the UTME and seeing your score, you may decide that your original institution choice is no longer realistic — or you may want to move to a more suitable university. JAMB allows candidates to change their institution (and course) during a specific correction window each year.
When Can You Change Institution?
JAMB opens the Change of Institution window for a limited period each year — usually after results are released and before institutions begin their Post-UTME processes. The exact dates are announced on the JAMB portal each admission cycle.
Check the JAMB portal or JambAdvisor for the current year's change window dates.
Reasons to Consider Changing Institution
- Your JAMB score is below your original institution's cutoff.
- A different university offers better prospects for your course.
- You want to move from a private to a federal university (or vice versa).
- Personal or financial reasons.
How to Change Your Institution
Step 1: Log in to JAMB e-Facility
Visit efacility.jamb.gov.ng and log in with your JAMB profile credentials.
Step 2: Navigate to "Amendment"
Click on the Amendment or section.
Regulatory Advisory Note
Guidance published in this handbook is compiled directly from official university senate publications, JAMB IBASS syllabuses, and Federal Ministry of Education policy releases. Final binding admission offers and registrations must be confirmed through accredited JAMB CBT centres and official university portals.
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