The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reopened its National Identification Number (NIN) alignment service, allowing eligible candidates to correct discrepancies between their examination records and data held by the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).
The board announced the development on Friday through its official X handle, @jamb_hq, describing the reopening as another opportunity for candidates to reconcile mismatched personal information.
However, JAMB warned that the opportunity was a one-time exercise and that submitting an application did not guarantee approval.
The examination body advised candidates to correct any errors in their NIN records through NIMC before applying for alignment with their JAMB biodata.
It also urged applicants to carefully review their personal information and select all necessary corrections in a single submission to avoid errors that could affect their applications.
The discrepancies may involve names, dates of birth and other personal information, depending on the corrections required.
According to the board, a special edition of its JAMB Explained video series provides details of the application procedure, eligible fields for correction, verification process and other requirements.
Candidates were advised to watch the video and follow the prescribed guidelines before submitting their applications.
JAMB further cautioned applicants against rushing the process or providing incomplete information, stressing that all applications would be subjected to verification and approval.
The board also urged candidates to obtain information only through its official website, verified social media platforms and other authorised communication channels to avoid being misled by unauthorised agents.
The reopening is part of efforts by JAMB and NIMC to improve the accuracy and consistency of candidates’ personal records used in Nigeria’s tertiary admission process.
Candidates seeking to use the service are expected to ensure that corrections made to their NIMC records have been fully reflected before initiating the alignment process with JAMB.
Applicants can access official information through JAMB’s website and e-Facility portal. They are also encouraged to monitor their profiles and registered contact details for updates after submitting their applications.
JAMB reiterated that candidates should not assume their applications have been approved until they receive official confirmation.
