The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reopened its National Identification Number (NIN) alignment service, providing candidates with another opportunity to resolve discrepancies between their National Identity Management Commission records and information submitted during registration.
The development is significant for candidates whose personal details do not match across the relevant databases, as discrepancies can create complications during registration, identity verification and admission processing.
The NIN remains an important component of JAMB’s registration process, making the accuracy and consistency of candidates’ personal information essential to avoiding preventable difficulties.
JAMB has repeatedly advised prospective candidates to verify their NIN details before commencing registration. In January 2026, the board warned that inaccurate information linked to the NIN could cause problems during the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination and Direct Entry registration processes.
The reopening of the alignment service is therefore relevant to candidates who need to resolve inconsistencies in their records rather than proceed with information that may later require correction.
Candidates should, however, distinguish between aligning identity information and applying for other forms of data correction. JAMB operates separate procedures for corrections involving names, dates of birth, gender, state or local government of origin, as well as other registration-related changes.
The board’s official support platform advises candidates seeking corrections to their names, dates of birth, gender or state and local government details to access the JAMB e-Facility and follow the prescribed application procedure. Some corrections require supporting documents, payment and biometric verification at an accredited Computer-Based Test centre or JAMB state office.
Candidates intending to use the reopened NIN alignment service should confirm the specific category of discrepancy affecting their records and follow the instructions issued through JAMB’s official channels. They should also ensure that their details are consistent with the records held by the relevant identity authority.
The board’s data-verification procedures are designed to protect the integrity of candidate records and reduce the risk of impersonation, conflicting personal information and difficulties during the admission process.
Candidates are advised to avoid unauthorised agents or unofficial platforms when attempting to modify their records. Where the nature of the discrepancy is unclear, they should seek clarification directly from JAMB or an authorised service centre before making payment or submitting an application.
The reopening offers affected candidates an opportunity to address their records, but applicants should not assume that submitting a request automatically guarantees approval. JAMB’s published procedures for other forms of data alignment state that applications may require verification and approval before changes are accepted.
As candidates prepare for subsequent registration and admission processes, ensuring that their NIN and JAMB records are accurate remains an important step towards preventing avoidable administrative complications.
