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How to Check JAMB Result

In this post, I will show you how to check JAMB result. There are two methods you can use in checking your JAMB results and in the post I will show you the 2 methods.

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) is a Nigerian entrance examination board for tertiary-level institutions. The the examination is held every year for secondary school graduates who are seeking admission into the different tertiary institutions in Nigeria.

2 ways to check JAMB result

See the procedures on how to check your JAMB result with the two methods below.

How to check JAMB result with registration number

To check your JAMB result with your registration number, follow the steps below;

STEP 1 – Visit the official JAMB result checking portal, log-in, and click on the “Check UTME Results” link.


STEP 2 – Enter your JAMB Registration Number: The JAMB registration number is a candidate identification number which is unique to each candidate of the examination. To check your JAMB result, you need to enter your JAMB registration number.

STEP 3 – Check your result: After your have entered your correct JAMB registration number, click on the “Check Result” button and wait to see your result displayed on the screen.

STEP 4 – Review your JAMB result.

Your JAMB result will show your total score which is what the different tertiary institutions need to beat their cut-off marks for you to qualify to sit for their Post – UTME examinations.

Your JAMB result will also show your scores in each of the four subjects you took in the examination. For example, Use of English Language which is mandatory for all candidates, and any other three depending on your course of choice combination requirements.

You have checked your JAMB result using your Register number and you’ve reviewed the score? Go ahead to print out a copy of your result slip as you will be needing this when you start applying for admission in different tertiary institutions. See the guide on how to print your JAMB result slip at the end of this post.

How to check JAMB result with SMS

To check your JAMB result via SMS, you will need the follow:

  • NIN SIM card used for JAMB registration at the CBT centre.
  • At least ₦50 airtime on your phone as it would cost a sum of ₦50 to check your JAMB result with SMS
  • A Mobile phone

If you have everything listed above, follow the steps below to check your JAMB result via SMS.

STEP 1 – Make the SIM card in your phone is the one you used in registering for JAMB at the CBT center.

STEP 2 – From the phone in step 1 above, send UTMERESULT in an SMS to 55019 or 66019.

UTMERESULT should be in capital letter and you should not add any other thing to the content of the SMS.

After completing the steps above, you will receive an SMS from JAMB with your JAMB result.

Your JAMB result will show your total score which is what the different tertiary institutions need to beat their cut-off marks for you to qualify to sit for their Post – UTME examinations.

Your JAMB result will also show your scores in each of the four subjects you took in the examination. For example, Use of English Language which is mandatory for all candidates, and any other three depending on your course of choice combination requirements.

HOW TO PRINT JAMB RESULT SLIP

On the page showing your JAMB result, click on the “Print Result Slip” button and proceed to pay for it. Enter your JAMB registration number and click on the “Print Result Slip” button. Your result slip will then be displayed on the screen, and you can print it out by clicking on the “Print” button.

Besides checking your JAMB result with registration number, you can also check your JAMB result with SMS on your phone. See our guide on how to check your JAMB result with SMS here.

Should you encounter any difficulties checking your result, contact JAMB through their official website or customer care line.