JAMB Opens 2026 UTME Subject Correction Portal – Final Deadline Announced

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has opened the correction portal for candidates preparing for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination .

This means candidates who mistakenly selected the wrong subject combination can now make necessary adjustments before the registration window officially closes .

For many students, subject selection is not just a formality . It is one of the most important steps in the admission process . A wrong combination can automatically disqualify a candidate from gaining admission into their desired course, no matter how high their UTME score may be .

Why This Update Is Important

Every course in Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education has approved UTME subject requirements . For example, science-based courses often require Physics, Chemistry or Biology, while social science and art courses may require subjects like Economics, Government or Literature .

If a candidate chooses subjects that do not match the official requirement for their chosen course, the institution may reject the application during screening .

The newly opened correction portal gives candidates a fresh opportunity to fix such mistakes before it becomes too late .

Who Should Correct Their Subjects

You should visit an accredited CBT centre immediately if:

You mistakenly selected the wrong subject during registration .
You recently changed your preferred course or institution .
You discovered that your chosen course requires a different subject combination .
You want to double-check and ensure your registration details are accurate .

Making corrections early reduces stress and protects your admission chances .

How To Correct 2026 UTME Subject Combination

To make changes, candidates must visit any accredited Computer-Based Test centre approved by JAMB .

Subject correction cannot be done through random agents or unofficial websites . Only accredited centres are authorized to process changes to ensure proper documentation and biometric verification .

Before visiting the centre, confirm the correct subject requirements for your intended course from your preferred institution or the official admission brochure .

2026 UTME Registration Deadlines

The Board has fixed February 26, 2026 as the closing date for the sale of e-PINs .

The e-PIN is required before completing registration at any accredited centre .

Candidates who have already purchased their e-PIN can finalize their registration at CBT centres until February 28, 2026 .

JAMB has clearly stated that there will be no extension of the deadline . The examination timetable is part of a coordinated national calendar .

2026 UTME Examination Date

The 2026 UTME will be conducted nationwide from April 16 to April 25, 2026 .

Direct Entry registration is scheduled to run from March 2 to April 25, 2026 .

Candidates are advised to begin serious preparation immediately as the exam dates are fixed .

Over 1.5 Million Candidates Registered

More than 1.5 million candidates have already registered for the 2026 UTME .

Although registration centres have the capacity to process up to 100,000 candidates daily, many prospective applicants are yet to complete their registration .

Waiting until the last minute may lead to overcrowding, network issues or missing the deadline completely .

Important Notice for Undergraduates

JAMB has clarified that students already studying in tertiary institutions are allowed to register for UTME or Direct Entry .

However, candidates must declare their current admission status during registration .

Holding two admissions at the same time is not allowed . Once a new admission is secured, the previous one automatically becomes invalid .

Failure to disclose existing admission status may lead to cancellation of both admissions .

New Security Measures Introduced

To strengthen registration integrity and prevent impersonation, JAMB has made the use of Microsoft Camera systems compulsory at accredited CBT centres .

This step is aimed at reducing identity fraud and maintaining the credibility of the examination process nationwide . Centres that fail to comply risk being delisted .

What Candidates Should Do Now

Confirm your correct subject combination .
Visit an accredited CBT centre if correction is needed .
Purchase your e-PIN before the deadline .
Complete registration early .
Prepare seriously for the April examination .

Final Thoughts

The opening of the 2026 UTME subject correction portal is a major opportunity for candidates to avoid costly errors .

Admission success begins with proper registration . Taking early action today can protect your future tomorrow .