JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results — Over 1.5 Million Candidates Score Below 200

 JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results — Over 1.5 Million Candidates Score Below 200

ABUJA, Nigeria — The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially released the results of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) as of Friday, May 9, 2025. The much-anticipated results are now available for the over 1.95 million candidates who participated in the nationwide examination.

 Performance Breakdown: Alarming Dip in High Scores

The 2025 UTME results reveal one of the lowest national performances in recent years:

• Over 1.5 million candidates scored below 200 out of 400

• 4,756 candidates scored 320 and above

• 12,414 candidates scored 300 and above

This data highlights a steep decline in high-performance outcomes compared to previous years, prompting calls for a renewed focus on curriculum quality, student preparedness, and exam integrity.

 How to Check Your 2025 UTME Result via SMS

To simplify access and reduce congestion on its website, JAMB has retained its mobile-based result-checking service.

 SMS Instructions:

1. Open the messaging app on the phone used during JAMB registration

2. Type: RESULT [space] Your JAMB Registration Number
   Example: RESULT 12345678AB

3. Send the message to 55019 or 66019

4. Wait for a response from JAMB with your subject-by-subject scores

Note: This service costs ₦50, which will be deducted from your phone’s airtime balance.

 How to Check Your UTME Result Online (Full Breakdown)

For candidates who prefer a more detailed view of their scores and exam information, JAMB also provides access via its e-Facility portal.

 Steps to Check UTME Result on JAMB Portal:

1. Visit the official JAMB portal: https://www.jamb.gov.ng/Efacility

2. Log in using your JAMB Registration Number or registered Email Address and password

3. Click on “Print Examination Slip”

4. View your result and download or print for reference

This method is ideal for candidates needing a printed copy for admissions or further verification.

 What This Means for Candidates

With such a high volume of sub-200 scores, competition for top universities and programs will be more intense than ever. Candidates scoring 200 and above will likely have an advantage during post-UTME screenings and admissions processes.

Prospective students are advised to:

• Monitor updates from their chosen institutions

• Prepare for post-UTME screening exams

• Verify the cut-off marks and requirements for their desired courses

 Final Note

JAMB continues to emphasize fairness, transparency, and innovation in its exam administration. The release of the 2025 UTME results through SMS and online portals ensures that candidates across Nigeria can conveniently access their scores.

As universities begin the 2025/2026 admissions process, students are urged to stay informed, remain proactive, and engage with their institutions of choice as quickly as possible.