JAMB Denied Fake Exam Re-sit Messages 2025
JAMB Denied Fake Exam Re-sit Messages 2025 : What Candidates Should Know
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has issued a public disclaimer, warning candidates to disregard any circulating messages asking them to reprint exam slips for a re-sit. According to JAMB, these messages are fake and not authorized by the board. Many candidates who received the messages were understandably alarmed, but the board has now provided clarity to ease the confusion (JAMB Denied Fake Exam Re-sit Messages 2025).
In this post, we break down what really happened, what JAMB has said officially, and which candidates should stay alert for any further updates. If you’re preparing for any upcoming JAMB-related exams, read this post carefully to avoid being misled.
False Alerts Asking Candidates to Reprint JAMB Exam Slips
Recently, some candidates reported receiving text messages through what appeared to be JAMB’s official short code – 66019. These texts instructed recipients to reprint their examination slips for a supposed re-sit of the 2025 UTME.
However, JAMB has since made it clear that no such exam is scheduled.
In fact, the board explained that the short code had been spoofed—a term used to describe when someone forges or disguises a sender ID to make a message appear legitimate. This spoofing was done with the intent of misleading students and possibly causing panic and disorganization.
JAMB: “No Ongoing Re-sit Exams”
JAMB’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, made an official statement addressing the fake alerts:
There are no ongoing resit exams. Some candidates who received those texts have already taken part in the official resit and received their results. There is no need to panic.”
This statement clarifies that there is no current plan to conduct another round of resit exams. The candidates who were eligible for the resit have already sat for the exam, and their results have been released.
Benjamin emphasized that the misleading messages were not sent by JAMB and urged candidates to completely ignore them. He also explained that the intention behind the messages was likely to create confusion and chaos among candidates.
Who Should Be Alert?
As of now, there are only two groups of candidates who should remain alert for further communication from JAMB:
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Foreign Candidates
JAMB is still organizing UTME exams for foreign candidates in Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Africa. These candidates will receive official instructions regarding their exam schedules. -
Candidates Eligible for Mop-Up Exam
A mop-up exam is being arranged for a limited number of candidates who:-
Missed both the main UTME and resit exam, and
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Faced genuine biometric issues during the registration or exam process.
However, this mop-up exam is not for everyone. Only those who have received official waivers from JAMB will be eligible to participate.
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If you don’t belong to either of the two categories above, then you don’t need to worry about any further exams at this point.
How to Identify Real JAMB Messages
Due to the spoofing of JAMB’s shortcode, candidates are advised to be more cautious when receiving messages that appear to be from the board.
Here are tips to help you verify any message claiming to be from JAMB:
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Check JAMB’s Official Website: www.jamb.gov.ng is the primary source of truth for all announcements.
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Follow JAMB on Verified Social Media Channels: Any update worth knowing will be shared across their verified platforms.
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Be Skeptical of Shortcodes: Even if a message comes from 66019, double-check it on JAMB’s site or call their official support line.
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Never Share Personal Details with Unknown Contacts: Scammers can use fake resit alerts to phish for personal information or scam you.
JAMB Advises Candidates: Stay Calm, Be Alert
In conclusion, JAMB is advising candidates to remain calm and ignore the false exam resit messages. If you’ve already sat for the main UTME or the official resit, there’s nothing else you need to do at the moment. Wait patiently for any further announcements that may affect you.
Candidates eligible for the upcoming mop-up exam will be officially contacted by JAMB. If you don’t hear directly from the board, then you are not part of the mop-up schedule.
Final Advice for Candidates
If you’re a 2025 UTME candidate, here’s a quick checklist to help you stay safe and informed:
Ignore any message asking you to reprint your exam slip unless it’s confirmed by JAMB.
Do not panic—there’s no new resit exam for you unless JAMB says otherwise.
Stay informed by regularly checking JAMB’s website and official communication channels.
Beware of scammers using the fake resit alert to trick you.
Wait for the mop-up exam notice if you missed your exam due to biometric challenges and have been granted a waiver.
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