Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board JAMB Releases 2025 UTME Results Today Friday 9th May 2025
If you sat for the 2025 UTME, here’s some good news: the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced that results will be released today Friday, May 9, 2025.
According to a statement shared with journalists in Abuja on Thursday, the results will be made public by 8am at JAMB’s national office in Bwari, Abuja.
That means by Friday morning, candidates can start checking their scores and get a sense of where they stand in the ongoing university admission process.
Over 1.9 Million Candidates Wrote the Exam
The 2025 UTME saw a huge turnout — over 1.9 million students registered to take the exam across Nigeria. Each candidate sat for four subjects, with English Language as compulsory, and three others tied to their chosen field of study.
Unfortunately, JAMB’s internal analysis ahead of the results paints a worrying picture. According to the board, more than 1.5 million candidates scored below 200, which many institutions consider the minimum benchmark for admission into degree programs.
Government Says Anti-Malpractice Measures Are Working
Reacting to the performance data, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, said the low scores reflect the effectiveness of tougher anti-exam-malpractice policies introduced in recent years.
“The high failure rate is proof that reforms within JAMB are working. Students now have to depend on their actual abilities,” Dr. Alausa explained.
What the 2025 UTME Results Mean for Admission
This year’s UTME results will form the foundation for admission into Nigeria’s universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Institutions will soon begin releasing cut-off marks, post-UTME dates, and admission guidelines — all based on these UTME scores.
So whether you’re aiming for UNILAG, ABU, UNIBEN, or any other school, this result will determine your next move.
How to Check Your 2025 UTME Result
Checking your JAMB result is simple and can be done online or via SMS. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
🖥 Option 1: Online via the JAMB Portal
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Visit www.jamb.gov.ng
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Click “Check UTME Result”
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Enter your registration number or email address
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Hit “Check My Result”
📱 Option 2: Via SMS
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Send UTME RESULT to 55019 or 66019
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Use the phone number you used during registration
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Make sure you have at least ₦50 airtime
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Wait for your result via SMS reply
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. When will JAMB release the 2025 UTME results?
JAMB will release the 2025 UTME results on Friday, May 9, 2025, by 8am.
2. How many students sat for the 2025 UTME?
Over 1.9 million candidates took part in the exam across Nigeria.
3. How do I check my 2025 UTME result online?
Visit www.jamb.gov.ng, click on “Check UTME Result,” enter your details, and view your score.
4. Can I check my JAMB result using SMS?
Yes. Send UTME RESULT to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number you registered with.
5. How much does it cost to check my result via SMS?
You’ll need at least ₦50 airtime to send the message successfully.
6. What’s the minimum score required for university admission?
Many universities use 200 as the benchmark, but some schools accept lower scores depending on the course and competition.
