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• Ikiodiete George
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Nysc 2025: How To Easily Correct Date Of Birth Online (Step-By-Step Guide)

So you’ve successfully registered for NYSC and you're buzzing with excitement — until you realize something's off… 

Your date of birth is wrong on your NYSC dashboard.

Relax. You’re not the first corper to face this issue, and thankfully, NYSC has made it possible to correct your Date of Birth (DOB) online — without long queues, endless emails, or traveling back to your school.

This blog post will give you the full gist on how to easily correct your date of birth on the NYSC portal in 2025, including the official requirements, portal steps, and important deadlines.

Why Correcting Your NYSC Date of Birth Is Important

Having the wrong date of birth can cause serious wahala down the line:

• You could be wrongfully exempted from service if your DOB shows you're over 30.
• It may affect your certificate, biometric verification, or even camp registration.
• It can also mess up your job applications, especially with government agencies.

To avoid this, you must correct it before you’re mobilized or posted to camp.

NYSC Date of Birth Correction: What You Need

To correct your DOB, NYSC works directly with JAMB, not your school. So, here’s what you’ll need:

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Correct Date of Birth on NYSC Portal (2025)

Follow these simple steps to update your date of birth:

STEP 1: Go to the NYSC Portal

Visit the official NYSC portal:
https://portal.nysc.org.ng

Login with your NYSC account email and password.

STEP 2: Click on “Date of Birth Correction”

Once logged in:

• Click on “Change Date of Birth” from your dashboard options.
• This will redirect you to JAMB's interface.

STEP 3: Input Your WAEC Verification Details

You’ll be asked to:

• Enter your WAEC Examination Number
• Enter your Exam Year
• Enter your WAEC Scratch Card PIN and Serial Number

You can buy the WAEC Verification PIN online or from authorized dealers.

STEP 4: Submit the Request

After entering your WAEC details:

• Click Submit to initiate the correction.
• Wait for a confirmation message or update on your dashboard.

If your WAEC date of birth matches your intended correction, NYSC will update it automatically.

STEP 5: Monitor Your NYSC Dashboard

Changes usually reflect within 24–72 hours if everything is in order.

• Refresh your dashboard regularly
• If it doesn’t update after 3 days, contact NYSC support

Important Notes

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Can I correct my date of birth after I’ve been posted?
No. DOB correction is only available before deployment. Once posted, your record is locked.

Q2: I used NECO. Can I still change my DOB?
Unfortunately, no. NYSC only accepts WAEC data for age correction via the JAMB platform.

Q3: I lost my WAEC Scratch Card. What do I do?
You can buy a new scratch card online or from WAEC offices, banks, or cyber cafés.

Q4: Can I change my date of birth directly on the NYSC portal?
Not directly. The request is initiated via the NYSC portal but processed using your WAEC details through JAMB’s validation system.

Pro Tips for a Smooth Correction Process

• Use a cyber café that is familiar with NYSC registrations.
• Buy your WAEC scratch card in advance to avoid last-minute stress.
• Ensure your WAEC name and details match your NYSC profile.
• Double-check the DOB you want to change to — you only get one shot!

Final Thoughts

Making sure your date of birth is correct on the NYSC portal is one of those small things that make a big difference. Don’t wait until you're in camp trying to explain to soldiers why you "magically turned 30."

Do it now. It’s quick, easy, and essential if you want a smooth NYSC experience in 2025.

Because the only “overage” you should worry about is your bank account balance, not your NYSC records.