2026 UTME Subject Changes: Good news for candidates! The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially opened the portal for 2026 UTME subject combination correction.
If you selected the wrong subjects during registration, you can now visit any accredited JAMB CBT centre to make the necessary corrections.
Official Announcement by JAMB
JAMB has announced that correction of UTME subject combination for the 2026 examination is now available.
Candidates who wish to effect changes are advised to visit only accredited JAMB CBT centres to process their correction.
Important: Do not use cybercafés or unofficial agents. JAMB processes corrections strictly through approved centres.
Who Can Change Their UTME Subjects?
- Candidates who selected the wrong subject combination
- Candidates who changed their intended course
- Candidates advised by institutions to adjust their subjects
- Candidates who discovered mismatch with the official JAMB brochure
Why Subject Combination Correction Is Important
Choosing the wrong subject combination can lead to:
- Automatic disqualification during admission screening
- Ineligibility for your chosen course
- Admission rejection by your preferred institution
Universities strictly follow the official JAMB brochure. If your subjects do not align with course requirements, your application may be invalid.
It is better to correct early before admission processing begins.
How to Change UTME Subject Combination 2026 (Step-by-Step)
- Visit an accredited JAMB CBT centre.
- Request for “Correction of Data – Subject Combination.”
- Pay the official correction fee.
- Complete biometric verification.
- Print your correction slip as evidence.
Always cross-check the corrected subjects before submission.
JAMB Subject Combination Correction Fee 2026
The official JAMB correction fee is usually charged per change.
- Official JAMB correction fee (as determined by JAMB)
- Additional CBT centre service charge may apply
- Payment is processed through the JAMB platform at the centre
Confirm the exact amount at the accredited CBT centre before payment.
Deadline for 2026 UTME Subject Changes
JAMB usually keeps the correction portal open for a limited period.
Candidates are strongly advised to:
- Make corrections immediately
- Avoid waiting until admission screening begins
- Monitor official JAMB announcements for deadline updates
Late corrections may affect your admission chances.
Common Mistakes Candidates Make During Subject Change
- Changing subjects without checking official course requirements
- Following friends subject combinations
- Ignoring O’Level subject alignment
- Failing to print the correction slip
Before making changes, confirm the correct subject combination for your course.
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Conclusion
The 2026 UTME subject change portal is now open. If you selected the wrong subject combination, act immediately.
Always confirm your course requirements using the official JAMB brochure and process corrections only at accredited CBT centres.
Do not delay. Wrong subject combinations can cost you admission.
Save this update, share it with other 2026 UTME candidates, and correct your subject combination immediately if necessary.
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