Can I Change My Choice of Institution After Writing the UTME Exam?

A 2025 UTME candidate, Yunusa Aliyu, has asked a very common and important question:

“Can I change my choice of school after writing the UTME exam?”

The short answer is Yes — JAMB allows candidates to change their choice of institution even after the exam, but there are important details to note.

When Can You Change Institution?

You can change your:

• First choice institution
• Second, third, or fourth choice
• And even your course of study

This can be done after the UTME exam, once JAMB opens the portal for such corrections. The change of institution and course form is usually made available a few days or weeks after the exam ends.

How Many Times Can You Change?

JAMB typically allows:

• Up to two changes for institution or course
• However, you must pay a fee (usually around ₦2,500) each time you make changes

Things to Keep in Mind Before You Apply

• Only choose schools that are still accepting candidates
• Make sure your UTME score meets the cut-off mark for the new school and course
• Confirm that the new institution’s post-UTME or screening form is still open
• Check the O’level requirements for your chosen course

How to Do It

• Visit a JAMB-accredited centre or JAMB office
• Provide your registration number and valid details
• Pay the required fee
• Review your changes carefully before submission

Final Advice

Yunusa — and every other candidate wondering the same — yes, you can still change your institution after the exam. Just make sure your new choices match your score and admission goals. Don’t rush it. Think it through before making the change.