JAMB New Results 2025
JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Resit Results — See Full Update
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the results of the 2025 UTME resit examination. This special resit was conducted for candidates affected by technical glitches and misconduct during the main Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). If you were one of the candidates who sat for the resit exam, it’s time to check your results.
This update not only brings clarity to the resit process but also reveals JAMB’s strict approach to handling exam malpractice and technical inconsistencies.
Why Was There a UTME Resit in 2025?
JAMB organized the UTME resit in response to widespread technical issues and exam malpractices during the main 2025 UTME. Some Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres experienced disruptions, while others were involved in unethical practices.
To ensure fairness, JAMB decided to give affected candidates a second chance to write their exams under proper conditions.
Results Now Available — Check Yours Now
Candidates who participated in the resit can now check their results on the official JAMB portal. Please note that candidates who were absent from the resit will be given another opportunity through the annual mop-up exam.
How to Check Your 2025 JAMB Resit Result
You can check your JAMB resit result using any of these methods:
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JAMB Online Portal: Visit www.jamb.gov.ng and log in with your registration details.
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SMS Method: Send UTMERESULT to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number linked to your JAMB profile.
Note: JAMB clarified that it earns no revenue from the SMS service. The shortcode charges are subsidized to prevent candidates from being defrauded at cybercafés.
JAMB’s Key Decisions After the Resit
Following the resit exams, JAMB held a critical meeting with its Chief External Examiners (CEEs) from all over Nigeria. Several major resolutions were made during the session:
1. Expert Review and Psychometric Analysis
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A sub-committee led by Prof. Olufemi Peters (National Open University) conducted a careful review of all the results.
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Prof. Boniface Nworgu, an expert in test analysis, performed additional checks to confirm the accuracy of scores.
2. Under-aged Candidates
Results for under-aged candidates who had previously performed below standard were released — except for those involved in legal disputes. However, these candidates remain ineligible for admission, in line with JAMB’s registration guidelines.
3. Candidates Caught in Online Cheating Groups
Candidates involved in illegal WhatsApp “runs” and similar cheating groups had their results released — but JAMB issued a stern warning. These candidates are on thin ice, and their scores were released only as a final warning.
Related: JAMB Subject Combination for All Courses in 2025
4. Absentee Candidates
Candidates who missed both the main UTME and the resit exams still have a chance. They are eligible for the upcoming mop-up examination scheduled annually by JAMB.
Action Against Malpractice and CBT Centres
JAMB revealed disturbing levels of malpractice, not only from candidates but also from CBT centres and tutorial centres. Some key actions include:
CBT Centres Banned
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Several CBT centres involved in misconduct were permanently banned.
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Centre owners are under investigation and may face criminal prosecution.
Staff Under Probe
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CBT staff who manipulated candidates’ data and biometric registration are being investigated.
Malpractice Methods Detected
JAMB identified sophisticated cheating tactics such as:
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CBT centres hacking local networks.
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Use of AI to blend photos of candidates and impersonators.
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Merging fingerprints of multiple individuals.
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Hiring “mercenaries” to sit for the exam on behalf of real candidates.
So far, over 3,000 candidates have been implicated and risk losing their results entirely as investigations continue.
Tutorial Centres Under Scrutiny
JAMB raised concerns about unregulated tutorial centres that promote malpractice. The board urged state governments to regulate these centres effectively.
Exam Integrity and Technology
Despite the challenges, JAMB insists that Computer-Based Testing (CBT) remains the most efficient method of conducting fair examinations. The board believes CBT greatly minimizes opportunities for cheating.
To further improve credibility, JAMB was advised to:
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Hire professional consultants to review and enhance CBT centre accreditation.
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Strengthen the registration process and biometric verification systems.
Debunking Misinformation and Ethnic Bias Rumours
The board also responded to attempts by some individuals and groups to interpret the resit and cancelled results as ethnic or regional bias. JAMB made it clear that:
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The issues affected candidates across all regions.
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No ethnic group or zone was specifically targeted.
Misinformation on social media has also been a concern. One notable case involved a student from Adekunle Ajasin University, who falsely claimed a high score from a cancelled exam session. Upon investigation, the student’s real score was much lower, and disciplinary action followed.
Summary of 2025 UTME Resit Results
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Total resit candidates: 336,845
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Candidates absent: 21,082
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Performance trend: Results are consistent with previous UTME sessions.
Security Agencies and Partner Institutions Commended
JAMB expressed appreciation to security agencies, WAEC, NECO, Ahmadu Bello University, and the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) for their assistance in maintaining exam integrity.
Final Words: Stay Honest and Stay Prepared
This development from JAMB highlights the need for candidates to remain honest and well-prepared for their exams. JAMB is clearly not tolerating any form of misconduct — from CBT centres, tutorial centres, or candidates themselves.
If you participated in the 2025 UTME resit, you can now check your result, but remember: only integrity and hard work will secure you a place in a Nigerian tertiary institution.
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