How to Check Your JAMB Result Online and via SMS (2025 Guide)

If you’ve recently taken the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME exam, the next step is to check your result. Whether you prefer checking online or via SMS, this complete guide will walk you through the updated and most reliable methods to access your JAMB score.

Checking JAMB Result Online: Step-by-Step Guide

To check your UTME result online, follow the steps below:

1. Visit the Official JAMB Result Portal
   Open this link in your browser: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/CheckUTMEResults
2. Enter Your Registration Details
   Type in your JAMB registration number or the phone number you used when registering.
3. Click “Check My Result”
   Once submitted, your score will appear on the screen. You can screenshot or print it immediately for safekeeping.

Important Note on JAMB Result Release Timeline
In past years, JAMB released results within 24 hours after the exam. Later, the board extended the release window to 48 to 72 hours. However, due to internal updates and result processing changes, it can now take a week or more. According to JAMB, they are finalizing the result preparation and may release results anytime from May 5th to Friday this week.

How to Check JAMB Result Using SMS

If you don’t have internet access, use this method:

1. Send an SMS
   On the phone number used during registration, send this message: UTMERESULT (no spaces) to 55019 or 66019.
2. Wait for a Response
   You’ll receive your result via SMS. Ensure you have at least ₦50 airtime. If there’s no response, try again later.

Note: Only the registered phone number will receive the result. Any other number will not work.

What to Do After Seeing Your Result

Once you have your result, consider the next steps:

• Compare With Cut-Off Marks: Check if your score meets the departmental cut-off mark of your chosen institution.
• Prepare for Post-UTME: If eligible, get ready for your school’s post-UTME or screening process.
• Change Institution or Course: If your score is low, visit the JAMB portal to change your course or school.

How to Print Your Official JAMB Result Slip

Many schools ask for a JAMB result slip printed from the official portal. Here’s how to get it:

1. Go to the JAMB e-facility portal: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/
2. Log in with your registered email and password.
3. Click “Print Result Slip”.
4. Make the required payment and download the result slip.

How to Check Your JAMB Admission Status on CAPS

To track your admission progress:

1. Open the CAPS portal: https://www.jamb.gov.ng/caps
2. Log in with your JAMB profile.
3. Click on “Check Admission Status”.
4. If offered admission, choose to accept or reject it.

Common Issues Candidates Face When Checking JAMB Results

• No Result Yet: JAMB might still be processing your result. Be patient and check back later.
• Withheld Result: This means your result is under investigation or has been flagged.
• Wrong Phone Number: Only your registration phone number can be used to receive your result via SMS.
• Network Problems: Ensure good signal and internet or SMS balance when trying.

FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can I check my JAMB result without my registration number?
Yes. You can use the phone number registered with your JAMB profile.

Q2: I sent UTMERESULT but got no reply. Why?
Ensure you have ₦50 airtime, correct message format (no spaces), and try again if needed.

Q3: Why does it say “withheld result”?
Your result may have been flagged. Wait for official updates from JAMB.

Q4: Can I check my result with another phone number?
No. Only the number used for JAMB registration works for SMS checking.

Q5: Is the online result the same as the printed result slip?
No. The printed slip is more official and may be required for admission processing.

Q6: How long does it take JAMB to release results now?
Usually 24–72 hours, but sometimes it may take up to a week or more. This year, results are expected between May 5th and Friday this week.