JAMB Gives Candidates Another Chance to Correct NIN Details

Posted by Chinenye on Fri 16th Oct, 2026 - tori.ng

Candidates facing problems with mismatched personal details may finally have another opportunity to fix their records.

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JAMB has reopened its National Identification Number alignment service.

Candidates whose exam records do not match their NIMC data can now try to fix the gaps.

The board announced this on its online handle on Friday.

The reopening is a one time chance.

Approval is not automatic, and applications will be checked before any decision is made.

Candidates should first get any errors corrected by NIMC, then apply to align their details with their JAMB records.

Mismatches may involve names, dates of birth and other biodata.

JAMB advises applicants to check every field and make all corrections in one submission.

It also warns against rushing or sending incomplete information.

A video guide called JAMB Explained, posted on its online handle, sets out the eligible fields, the steps and the required documents.

Candidates should use only official JAMB channels and avoid third party agents.

The aim is to make the personal records used for university and polytechnic admissions more accurate.

🚨 THE NIN ALIGNMENT SERVICE IS HERE! 🚨 For candidates who have been waiting for the opportunity to align discrepancies in their biodata, this is the update you’ve been waiting for! JAMB, in collaboration with NIMC @nimc_ng, has reopened the window for eligible candidates to align their records through the NIN Alignment Service. So, how do you apply? Which biodata fields are eligible for correction? What does the verification process involve? And what should you know before submitting your application? We break it all down in this episode of JAMB Explained. Before you apply, take note: - Correct your details with NIMC first. - Review every field carefully and select all the required corrections before submission. - This is a one-time opportunity, and approval is not automatic. If you’ve been waiting for this, don’t miss a step! ▶️ Watch the full video, save this guide and share it with someone who needs it. #JAMB #JAMBExplained #NIMC #NINAlignment #JAMBUpdates
— JAMB (@jamb_hq) October 16, 2026