"The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has officially opened its portal for UTME candidates to modify their institution and course preferences."
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially activated the portal for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) candidates to commence the change of course and institution. This development follows the conclusion of the main examination cycle and serves as a critical window for students who may have realized their initial choices were not aligned with their performance or career goals.
According to the official announcement, candidates are advised to visit the JAMB Central Admission Processing System (CAPS) or any accredited Computer Based Test (CBT) center to effect these changes. The process is strictly digital to ensure transparency and prevent exploitation by fraudulent agents. Candidates are reminded that the change of course or institution can only be done a limited number of times, and it is imperative to check the requirements of their new target institutions before finalizing the switch.
For many students, this window is a lifeline. If a candidate’s score falls short of the cut-off mark for their original first-choice university, this change provides an opportunity to pivot to a school with a more favorable admission requirement. Candidates are strongly encouraged to verify the admission policies of their intended institutions, including subject combinations and departmental cut-offs, before proceeding with the portal transaction. Payment for the service must be made through the approved channels on the JAMB portal to avoid losing funds to third-party scams. Ensure all credentials are saved and printed after the process for future verification during the post-UTME screening exercise.
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