For candidates whose JAMB state of origin or local government area (LGA) does not reflect their real identity or NIN, one of the most aggravating challenges that Joint Admission Matriculation Board applicants face, which many do not even realize at the time, is an incorrect State of Origin or LGA on their JAMB profile.
At first, you might believe it’s a minor issue. When it comes to admission screening, federal or state quota consideration, scholarship applications, or NYSC mobilization, having the wrong state or LGA on your JAMB portal can hinder opportunities, including admission to your selected college.
In this detailed guide, I’ll explain why this issue occurs, whether it’s caused by NIN or the CBT center, and how to correct your State or LGA on the JAMB portal.
Why does this error occur?
According to our research from Truethenet.com and true reports from students across Nigeria, this issue is mainly caused by:
- Incorrect NIN data (e.g., incorrectly registered at a young age)
- Errors by CBT center staff during account registration
- Using someone else’s NIN and carrying over their State/LGA
- JAMB system auto-filling the incorrect State/LGA owing to data conflict.
Regardless matter how it happened, if your JAMB State or LGA does not match what’s on your NIN, birth certificate, or WAEC, you must solveit mmediately.
Can You Correct the State or LGA on JAMB?
Yes, but only at the JAMB office and you cannot do this online or via SMS. You must go to a JAMB state or zonal office and provide documents proving your true origin.
Let me lead you through the steps.
How to Correct State of Origin or LGA on the JAMB Portal
Step 1: Swear an affidavit.
Go to any High Court or Magistrate Court in your state and sign an affidavit with your :
- Your entire name.
- Your right state and LGA.
- Incorrect state/LGA on your JAMB •
- Clearly stated application request
- Correction for official schooling records.
- Cost: ₦1,500 – ₦3,000
Step 2: Print the NIN Slip or National ID Card.
Since JAMB is now linked with NIN, your exact state and LGA must appear on your NIN slip.
If NIN is showing incorrect information, contact NIMC first and request a correction. NIMC may charge ₦5,000 and take 1-4 weeks to update your information.
Step 3: Go to the JAMB Office.
Go to the nearest JAMB office with these items:
- A sworn affidavit
- NIN slip with accurate state and LGA
- Any legitimate identification card (voter, school, etc.).
- WAEC or NECO results
- JAMB registration slip or printout.
Tell them clearly:
I want to correct the wrong State or LGA on my JAMB profile because it does not match my NIN and official documents.
Step 4: Fill Out Correction Form and Pay Fee.
JAMB will issue you a correction form to complete then staff will address it directly on their system.
- Fee ranges from ₦2,500 to ₦3,000, depending on the office.
- You will be prompted pay through POS so have your ATM card with you.
They will update your JAMB profile once your payment has been confirmed and all details have been verified.
Step 5: Confirm the update.
After a few 24 hours, log in to your JAMB CAPS site or visit the office to validate that your state and LGA are correctly displayed.
Conclusion
Incorrect State or LGA on your JAMB profile is not something to ignore, it can cost you:
- Admission through state quotas
- Federal character scholarship
- Including NYSC posting privileges.
What is the good news?
You can resolve it with the correct paperwork, a sworn affidavit, and a visit to the JAMB office.
Simply make sure your NIN is accurate first. Because if JAMB updates your State and NIN later with something new, you will encounter the same problem.
So, follow these real-life instructions, be courteous at the JAMB office, and arrive early.
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