The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Out of approximately 1.95 million candidates who sat for the exam between April 24 and May 5, only 4,756 scored 320 and above, representing just 0.24% of the total. More than 75% of candidates scored below 200, raising concerns about declining academic performance.
JAMB has withheld the results of 39,834 candidates due to suspected examination malpractices, including identity fraud and biometric issues. Additionally, 2,157 candidates experienced fingerprint-related problems during registration, and 71,705 were absent from the exam.
Public reactions have been mixed, with some Nigerians expressing concern over the poor performance and calling for a review of the results. JAMB Registrar, Prof. Ishaq Oloyede, stated that the 2025 results are consistent with trends observed over the past 12 years, suggesting that the performance is not unusual.
Candidates can check their results by sending “UTMERESULT” via SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number used during registration. JAMB has assured that result printing will be available later on its website.
The 2025 UTME results have sparked discussions about the state of education in Nigeria, with calls for reforms to address systemic issues affecting student performance.
JAMB Clarifies: UTME Candidates Can Take Exams Outside Their State of Registration
JAMB has addressed confusion about whether candidates can take the UTME outside their state of registration. The exam body confirmed that candidates are free to choose any town nationwide for their exam, regardless of where they registered. This clarification came after a misleading report claimed candidates were restricted to their registration state .
The board explained that Computer-Based Test (CBT) centers are grouped by towns for convenience. For example, a candidate who selects Garki as their exam town must take the test there but can choose any town during registration. This flexibility allows candidates in Lagos to sit for exams in Sokoto or other locations if preferred .
JAMB urged the public to disregard the incorrect report, emphasizing its commitment to transparency. The system aims to reduce stress for candidates by letting them pick exam locations that suit their needs. This policy ensures fairness and accessibility in the registration process .
In summary, JAMB’s rules allow candidates to register in one state and take the UTME in another. The board encourages candidates to verify information through official channels to avoid confusion. This clarification helps ensure a smoother exam experience for all participants.
JAMB Warns 2025 UTME Candidates About N15,700 Rescheduling Scam
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has alerted the public about a fraudulent scheme targeting candidates who missed the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Scammers are demanding ₦15,700 from victims, falsely claiming to reschedule their exams through a Sterling Bank account (number 8520641017) under the name “Copyrightwriter Personal J Rescheduling Flw” . JAMB confirmed this account is fake and has no ties to the board or government agencies .
JAMB clarified that it does not charge fees for rescheduling exams unless candidates missed their slots due to the board’s errors, such as technical issues during biometric verification . Candidates affected by biometric failures will be invited to retake the exam for free after an investigation . The board urged the public to ignore payment requests and report suspicious activity .
The board has reported the scam to security agencies and called on Sterling Bank to shut down the fraudulent account. JAMB emphasized that all official communications are free and warned candidates against sharing personal or financial details with third parties. Vigilance and reliance on verified JAMB channels are advised to avoid falling victim to such schemes.
