Many applicants of the Nigeria Jubilee Fellows Programme (NJFP) have reported experiencing challenges while attempting to submit their applications on the portal. These issues mostly relate to identity verification, eligibility checks, and inconsistencies in personal data. To assist applicants in completing their submissions successfully, below are the most common problems encountered along with clear steps to resolve them.
1. Verification Failed
This is one of the most frequent errors applicants encounter during the NIN verification stage. The message typically appears when the NJFP portal is unable to connect to the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) verification server. Common causes include:
- Temporary downtime of the NIN verification service.
- Network or connectivity issues
- High traffic on the verification system
How to Resolve:
- Wait for a few minutes or hours and try again later when the system is more stable.
- Avoid peak hours when traffic to the portal is usually high.
- Ensure you have a stable internet connection before attempting verification again.
This problem is usually temporary and resolves automatically once the NIMC service resumes proper function.
2. NIN Mismatch or Invalid NIN
A “NIN Mismatch” or “Invalid NIN” error often appears when the information entered by the applicant does not correspond with the details stored on the NIMC database. This typically happens when:
- The NIN is entered incorrectly
- The applicant’s name on the NJFP form does not match the name linked to the NIN.
- The date of birth used in the application differs from the NIN record.
- The NIN has not been fully activated or updated.
How to Resolve:
- Double-check your NIN digits to ensure they are correct and complete.
- Make sure your full name, date of birth, and other personal details on the NJFP application match exactly as they appear on your NIN record.
If you have recently changed your name due to marriage or other legal reasons, update your NIN first before attempting registration.
If your NIN record contains wrong information, visit any NIMC enrollment center to correct and update your details.
Accurate and consistent personal information is essential for successful verification.
3. “Not Eligible After Entering NIN”
This error appears when the system determines that the applicant does not meet the programme’s eligibility criteria. The NJFP has strict requirements regarding age, graduation year, and participation history.vYou may see this message if:
- You are above 30 years old (born before 1995).
- Your graduation year is earlier than 2022.
- You have previously been selected as an NJFP Fellow or are an alumnus.
- Other eligibility criteria are not met based on your NIN-linked data
What to Do:
- Carefully review the programme’s eligibility requirements to ensure you qualify.
- If you made a mistake in your NIN or email address, use the portal’s self-service correction option to update your details and try again.
By following the above guidelines, applicants can resolve most issues encountered during the NJFP application process and improve their chances of completing a successful submission.
Need to fix a mistake?
Use the NJFP Self-Service Portal to update your info: https://self-service.njfp.ng/
NJFP Portal:
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