Breaking: JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results: Full Guide on How to Check Your Score

The JOINT ADMISSIONS AND MATRICULATION BOARD has officially released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), allowing candidates across Nigeria to check their scores through designated SMS channels and the online portal.

With over 1.95 million registered candidates, JAMB has maintained its mobile-based result-checking system to ensure accessibility.

To check their UTME scores via SMS, candidates must use the mobile number they registered with. JAMB has provided two official numbers—55019 and 66019—for this service. Candidates should open their messaging app, type “RESULT” in capital letters followed by a space and their JAMB Registration Number, then send the message to either of the provided numbers. A response from JAMB will include the candidate’s scores for each subject. This service incurs a ₦50 SMS charge, deducted from the user’s airtime.

For those preferring to check their results online, JAMB offers an alternative method through its official portal. Candidates can visit the JAMB e-facility portal, log in using their registration number or email and password, then click on “Print Examination Slip” to view their full UTME result.

The 2025 UTME results have highlighted a concerning trend in student performance nationwide. Out of the 1,955,069 candidates who sat for the exam, only 412,415 candidates (21.5%) scored above 200, the widely accepted minimum score for university admission. This means nearly 79% of candidates fell below the benchmark. A detailed breakdown of scores reveals that only 4,756 candidates achieved 320 and above, while 7,658 scored between 300–319. Additionally, 73,441 candidates scored 250–299, and 334,560 fell within the 200–249 range. The majority, 983,187 candidates, scored between 160–199, while 488,197 landed in the 140–159 bracket.

JAMB also disclosed that 40,247 underage candidates were granted special permission to participate in the UTME to demonstrate exceptional ability. However, only 467 (1.16%) of them met the threshold for what JAMB defines as exceptional performance. Furthermore, 97 candidates were found guilty of examination infractions, and an additional 2,157 are under investigation for suspected malpractice. Meanwhile, 71,701 candidates were absent from the exam, many due to biometric verification issues.

JAMB has assured that candidates with unresolved biometric concerns are under investigation, and if cleared, they will be rescheduled to write the examination at approved centers. For more details, candidates can visit the official JAMB website here.

Here’s a structured list of the key details from the 2025 UTME results:

How to Check Your UTME Result via SMS:

• Use the mobile number registered with JAMB.
• Type “RESULT”, followed by a space and the JAMB registration number.
• Send the message to 55019 or 66019.
• Wait for a response with your subject scores.
• The process incurs a ₦50 SMS charge deducted from mobile airtime.

How to Check Your UTME Result Online:

• Visit the JAMB e-facility portal at https://www.jamb.gov.ng/Efacility.
• Log in using your registration number or email and password.
• Click on “Print Examination Slip” to view examination details.
• Your UTME result will be displayed.

Performance Breakdown:

• 320 and above: 4,756 candidates.
• 300–319: 7,658 candidates.
• 250–299: 73,441 candidates.
• 200–249: 334,560 candidates.
• 160–199: 983,187 candidates.
• 140–159: 488,197 candidates.
• Below 140: Majority of remaining candidates.

Other Notable Findings:

• 21.5% of candidates scored above 200 (minimum university admission score).
• 40,247 underage candidates participated, but only 467 (1.16%) met JAMB’s exceptional performance threshold.
• 97 candidates were guilty of examination infractions.
• 2,157 candidates are under investigation for suspected malpractice.
• 71,701 candidates were absent due to biometric verification issues.
• Candidates with unresolved biometric concerns are under investigation and may be rescheduled for the exam.