How to Use JAMB’s NIN Alignment Service to Correct UTME Biodata

JAMB’s NIN Alignment Service lets eligible candidates request a correction to a mismatch between their JAMB profile and NIMC record. Correct your NIN details first, then apply through JAMB e-Facility and check every field before submission.

JAMB’s official account announced the service on 16 October 2026. It covers names, date of birth, gender and state or local government of origin. JAMB also says the opportunity is one-time, candidates should select every field needing correction before submitting, and an application does not guarantee approval. Here is how to prepare and apply safely.

Quick steps

1. Compare the biodata on your JAMB profile with your NIN record.
2. Correct wrong NIN details through NIMC first and wait until the update is reflected.
3. Sign in to the official JAMB e-Facility and follow the current NIN Alignment Service instructions.
4. Select every JAMB field that needs to match your corrected NIN record, then review each entry before submitting.
5. Keep the confirmation or reference details and revisit e-Facility to check the application status.

1. Confirm which record is wrong

Write down exactly what differs between your JAMB profile and your National Identification Number record. JAMB’s notice lists four covered areas: names, date of birth, gender, and state/LGA of origin. Compare each item carefully, including spelling and name order. Do not request a JAMB change until the correct information is already reflected by NIMC.

2. Correct the NIN record first

Use an official NIMC channel to update an incorrect identity record. Start from NIMC’s official website and follow its current instructions for modification or visit an authorised NIMC centre. NIMC describes its self-service modification portal as a channel for updating existing records; it is not for enrolling for a new NIN. Check NIMC’s official fee information before paying for any modification, because charges can depend on the field and service.

Wait until the corrected details appear in the NIMC record you will use for verification. Keep your transaction receipt and supporting documents. If the update is still pending, pause rather than submitting JAMB details that do not yet match.

3. Apply through JAMB e-Facility

Open the JAMB e-Facility address yourself or use the link from JAMB’s official website. Sign in to your profile and look for the NIN Alignment Service. JAMB’s public notice directs candidates to follow the application steps on e-Facility; screen labels and availability can change, so follow the live instructions shown on that portal instead of an unofficial walkthrough.

Choose all fields you need corrected in one carefully checked submission. JAMB specifically describes this as a one-time opportunity and asks candidates to select every field that needs correction before they submit. Enter only information supported by your corrected NIMC record. Before sending the request, compare each displayed value with your documents and check for typing errors.

4. Save your reference and check status

After submitting, keep the on-screen confirmation, reference number or receipt offered by the portal. Check status through your JAMB e-Facility profile and follow any further instruction shown there. JAMB says applying does not guarantee approval, so submission is not proof that the change has been accepted or updated. If the portal reports a problem, use JAMB’s official support channels listed on its website or ask an accredited JAMB office how to proceed.

Protect your details

Use only official JAMB and NIMC websites or centres. Do not send your NIN, JAMB login, password, one-time password or payment details to someone who contacts you on social media or promises guaranteed approval. Never let an agent submit a one-time correction without your review. If you need help using a device, stay present, enter passwords yourself and read every field before confirming. A screenshot or forwarded message is not proof that JAMB has approved an application.

JAMB’s 16 October notice is the source for the covered fields, NIMC-first requirement, one-time warning and approval caveat. Check e-Facility before starting, as availability and eligibility conditions may change and may not all be listed in the public post.

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FAQs

Which JAMB details can I correct with NIN alignment?

JAMB lists names, date of birth, gender and state/LGA of origin.

Should I apply before correcting my NIN?

No. JAMB says to correct the details with NIMC first, then follow the steps on e-Facility.

Can I submit another request if I miss a field?

JAMB describes the service as a one-time opportunity and asks candidates to select every field needing correction before submission. Review your details carefully before you submit.

Does submitting mean JAMB will approve it?

No. JAMB explicitly says that applying does not guarantee approval. Check the status through official JAMB channels.

Illustration: A candidate compares identity and examination profile details.