The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced the opening of the process for candidates who wish to change their institutions or courses following the release of the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results. This service is now available at approved JAMB centres nationwide, allowing candidates to reconsider their earlier choices based on their scores or admission preferences.
Process for Changing Courses or Institutions
According to JAMB, candidates should carry out all changes at accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres to avoid errors and fraudulent activities. The board emphasized that printing of original 2026 UTME result slips has also commenced, starting from Monday, 18th May, 2026.
“Candidates wishing to change their institution or programme of choice may now proceed to do so by visiting any of the Board’s approved CBT centres,” the statement read.
Courses Suitable for Scores Between 140 and 180
For candidates who scored between 140 and 180 in the UTME, several programmes remain available across science, arts, and commercial disciplines. Below is a comprehensive list of options:
Science Courses
- Fisheries – Focuses on fish production, aquaculture, and management of aquatic resources.
- Agricultural Science – Covers crop cultivation, animal husbandry, and food production systems.
- Home Science and Nutrition – Centres on nutrition, food management, and family welfare.
- Animal Science – Deals with livestock breeding, production, and management.
- Botany – Examines plant life, growth patterns, and environmental importance.
- Anatomy – Provides foundational knowledge of the structure of the human body.
- Marine Biology – Studies organisms and ecosystems found in marine environments.
- Zoology – Focuses on animal behaviour, evolution, and classification.
- Science Laboratory Technology – Trains students in laboratory procedures, testing, and scientific analysis.
Arts and Humanities Courses
- Arabic Studies – Explores Arabic language, literature, and culture.
- Archaeology – Studies past civilisations through artefacts and historical remains.
- Christian Religious Studies – Examines Christian teachings, history, and ethics.
- Fine Arts – Focuses on painting, sculpture, and other forms of visual expression.
- Drama and Performing Arts – Covers acting, stage production, and performance techniques.
- Theatre Arts – Includes directing, scriptwriting, and theatre management.
- English Language – Studies grammar, literature, and communication skills.
- French – Develops language proficiency and understanding of Francophone cultures.
- History and International Studies – Combines historical analysis with global affairs and diplomacy.
- Music – Focuses on musical theory, composition, and performance.
Commercial and Social Science Options
- Business Administration – Deals with management, entrepreneurship, and organisational operations.
- Public Administration – Focuses on governance, policy implementation, and public service.
- Marketing – Examines consumer behaviour, branding, and advertising.
- Insurance – Centres on risk management and financial protection services.
- Taxation – Studies tax laws, administration, and compliance.
- Criminology and Security Studies – Explores crime prevention, law enforcement, and security systems.
- Library and Information Science – Focuses on information management and library services.
- Hospitality and Tourism – Covers hotel operations, tourism management, and customer service.
- Political Science – Studies government, political systems, and public policy.
- Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution – Examines conflict management, mediation, and peacebuilding strategies.
Candidates are encouraged to visit accredited CBT centres to process their changes and print their original result slips. Scoring low in UTME is not the end of the road, as JAMB has activated the change of institution portal to provide alternative admission opportunities.
