JAMB Activates 2026 Change of Institution Process as Original UTME Result Slip Printing Begins May 18
JAMB Activates Change of Institution and Course Process for 2026 UTME Candidates
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has officially activated the 2026 Change of Institution and Change of Course process for candidates who participated in the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
This development gives candidates the opportunity to modify their institution or programme choices based on their UTME performance, admission requirements, or personal preferences.
According to the announcement, candidates seeking to make corrections or changes are advised to visit any accredited CBT centre approved by JAMB to carry out the process.
Change of Institution and Course Now Open
Candidates who wish to:
Change their institution of choice
Switch to another course or programme
Adjust their admission preferences
can now begin the process through authorized CBT centres nationwide.
JAMB emphasized that applicants should only use approved CBT centres to avoid errors, fraud, or invalid modifications during the process.
Original 2026 UTME Result Slip Printing Begins May 18
In addition to the activation of the change of institution portal, JAMB also announced that the printing of the original 2026 UTME result slip will officially commence on:
Monday, May 18, 2026
The original UTME result slip is an important admission document required by most tertiary institutions during Post-UTME registration and admission screening.
Unlike the regular result notification slip, the original result slip usually contains the candidate’s passport photograph, results ranking, and other official examination details.
Why Candidates May Need a Change of Institution or Course
Many candidates usually apply for a change of institution or course for several reasons, including:
Low UTME scores compared to departmental cut-off marks
Interest in a different course
Competition in highly sought-after programmes
Preference for another institution
Admission strategy adjustments
Educational consultants often advise candidates to make realistic decisions during the admission process to improve their chances of securing admission.
Important Advice to Candidates
Candidates are strongly advised to:
Verify admission requirements before making changes
Ensure their O’Level results are properly uploaded on JAMB CAPS
Use only accredited CBT centres
Final Thoughts
The activation of the 2026 Change of Institution and Course process marks an important phase in Nigeria’s admission season, especially for candidates preparing for Post-UTME screenings across various universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
Candidates are encouraged to act early, make informed decisions, and avoid last-minute rushes as institutions begin releasing their admission guidelines and screening schedules.
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