"Investigation into the rumored commencement of JAMB Change of Course and Institution services for the 2026/2027 session reveals no official mandate from the Board as of late September 2026."
Investigation: Status Report on JAMB Change of Course and Institution for 2026/2027
> ⚠️ VERIFICATION STATUS: UNVERIFIED / RUMOR. As of September 28, 2026, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has not activated the portal for the 2026/2027 'Change of Course and Institution' services. This report serves as an investigative clarification to prevent candidate misinformation.
Published: September 28, 2026 | Category: JAMB | Source: CampusAI Intelligence
📌 Overview
Recent reports circulating on social media platforms suggesting that the JAMB Change of Course and Institution portal is active for the 2026/2027 session are currently unsubstantiated. While various Nigerian universities—such as the University of Lagos (UNILAG)—have commenced their Post-UTME screening exercises, JAMB’s central portal for major data corrections remains closed to elective course and institution changes.
📅 Current Admissions Landscape
| Activity | Status | Official Reference |
|----------|--------|--------------------|
| Post-UTME Screening | Active (Institution Specific) | portals.jamb.gov.ng |
| O'Level Result Upload | Ongoing | e-Facility / CAPS |
| Change of Course/Inst. | Not Yet Commenced | jamb.gov.ng |
📝 Anticipated Process Guidelines
Once JAMB officially opens the service, candidates should be prepared to follow this established protocol to ensure integrity:
1. Login: Access your JAMB profile via https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/.
2. Navigation: Locate the 'Correction of Data' tab within the dashboard.
3. Selection: Choose the 'Change of Course/Institution' option.
4. Payment: A fee, typically fixed at ₦2,500, will be required via the Remita platform.
5. Submission: Select the new course/institution and confirm choices before final submission.
🛠️ Essential Official Links
⚠️ Critical Policies & Warnings
Candidates must exercise extreme caution. Third-party agents claiming to have 'early access' to the change of course portal are likely facilitating scams.
- CAPS Integrity: Any unauthorized modification of records outside the official portal can lead to immediate disqualification from the admission process.
- O'Level Uploads: Ensure your O'Level results are correctly uploaded to the JAMB CAPS portal. This is a prerequisite for any institution to consider a candidate for admission.
- Payment Security: Do not pay for 'Change of Course' services to private bank accounts. All JAMB payments must be generated and processed through the official Remita retrieval reference (RRR) generated on the JAMB e-facility portal.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Why can't I access the Change of Course link yet?
A: The portal has not been enabled by the Board. JAMB typically opens this service after the initial Post-UTME results across federal universities have been processed.
Q: How much does the change cost?
A: Historically, the official JAMB fee for this service is ₦2,500. Beware of vendors charging exorbitant amounts.
Q: Can I change my course if I have already been screened by my school?
A: Changing your course after a screening exercise may render your previous screening invalid. It is highly recommended to contact your chosen institution's admission office before altering your JAMB records.
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Editor's Note: CampusAI investigators monitor the JAMB Bulletin weekly. We will issue a live update the moment the portal is officially declared open by the Registrar.