"The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has officially activated the portal for UTME candidates to process change of institution and course for the 2026 session."
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially activated the UTME change of institution and course process for the 2026/2027 admission cycle. This development, confirmed by the board on May 15, 2026, allows candidates who have already sat for their examinations to make necessary adjustments to their preferred institutions or course of study to better align with their scores or personal interests.
Candidates are strictly advised to carry out this process only at accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres to avoid falling prey to fraudulent agents. The board emphasized that the change of institution is a time-sensitive exercise and encouraged candidates to monitor their profiles on the JAMB e-facility portal frequently for updates.
For students looking to change their institutions, it is important to first verify that the new university or polytechnic accepts the specific combination of subjects taken during the UTME. Furthermore, candidates must note that the minimum admissible score for universities remains 150. While the portal is now live, candidates should ensure they have sufficient funds in their JAMB wallet to cover the processing fees mandated for these changes. Failure to follow the official protocols may result in disqualification from the admission consideration process by the target institution.
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