The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the release of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) resit results, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of thousands of Nigerian students vying for admission into tertiary institutions. This supplementary examination, conducted to address technical challenges faced by candidates during the main UTME, saw a total of 336,845 candidates rescheduled to retake the exam. However, in a surprising twist, JAMB revealed that 21,082 of these candidates failed to show up for the resit, raising questions about the reasons behind their absence.
The 2025 UTME resit was organized to ensure fairness for candidates who encountered glitches during the initial examination, such as system malfunctions or logistical issues at various Computer-Based Test (CBT) centers across the country. JAMB, known for its commitment to maintaining the integrity of its examination process, promptly rescheduled the exam to give these candidates a fair chance to compete for their desired spots in universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education.
In a statement released by JAMB’s Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, the board emphasized its dedication to ensuring that no candidate is disadvantaged due to circumstances beyond their control. “The resit exercise was meticulously planned to address the challenges faced by candidates during the main UTME. We are pleased to announce that the results are now available, and candidates can check their scores immediately,” the statement read.
Key Statistics: Participation and Absences
Out of the 336,845 candidates rescheduled for the resit, the absence of 21,082 candidates—approximately 6.3% of the total—has sparked curiosity among education stakeholders. While JAMB has not yet disclosed specific reasons for the absences, possible factors could include logistical challenges, personal circumstances, or even a lack of awareness about the rescheduling. This figure underscores the complexities of organizing a nationwide examination of this scale, particularly in a country with diverse geographical and socio-economic challenges.
The resit examination was conducted across accredited CBT centers, with JAMB implementing stringent measures to ensure a hitch-free process. These measures included enhanced technical support, improved server stability, and real-time monitoring to prevent the recurrence of the issues that necessitated the resit in the first place.
How to Check Your 2025 UTME Resit Results
JAMB has made the process of accessing results straightforward and user-friendly. Candidates can check their scores through two primary methods:
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Online via the JAMB eFacility Portal:
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Log in using your registered email address and password.
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Navigate to the “Check UTME Results” section and follow the prompts to view your score.
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SMS Method:
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Candidates can send the text “UTMERESULT” to either 55019 or 66019 using the phone number registered with JAMB.
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The result will be delivered as an SMS, providing a convenient option for those with limited internet access.
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JAMB has advised candidates to ensure they use the correct phone number or login credentials to avoid delays or errors in accessing their results. The board also warned against patronizing unauthorized platforms or individuals claiming to offer result-checking services, as these could lead to fraud or misinformation.
A Mop-Up Exam for Missed Opportunities
Recognizing that some candidates may have missed both the main UTME and the resit due to extenuating circumstances, JAMB has announced plans for a mop-up examination. This additional opportunity underscores the board’s commitment to inclusivity and fairness, ensuring that no eligible candidate is left behind. Details regarding the mop-up exam, including the registration process and schedule, are expected to be released soon. Candidates are advised to stay updated via JAMB’s official website (www.jamb.gov.ng) (www.jamb.gov.ng) or verified social media channels.
What’s Next for Candidates?
For the 315,763 candidates who participated in the resit, the release of results marks the beginning of the next phase of their admission journey. Successful candidates will now focus on the post-UTME screening exercises conducted by their chosen institutions, where their UTME scores will be combined with other criteria to determine admission eligibility.
Candidates are advised to:
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Verify their results promptly and report any discrepancies to JAMB immediately.
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Prepare for post-UTME screenings by checking the requirements of their chosen institutions.
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Stay informed about admission cut-off marks, which vary across universities, polytechnics, and colleges.
For those whose results are withheld, JAMB has assured a fair and transparent investigation process, with outcomes communicated in due course.
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