The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, more than 75% of the candidates failed to reach the benchmark score that is often required for admission into Nigerian universities. Over 1.5 million out of the 1,955,069 candidates who sat for the exam scored below 200.
According to the official statistics released by JAMB, only 420,415 candidates scored above 200 in the 2025 UTME. The board noted that less than 1% of all candidates scored more than 300.
JAMB Records Poor Performance in 2025 UTME Results
JAMB revealed the figures in a press statement released on Monday. The exam body stated, “40,247 underage candidates were permitted to demonstrate their exceptional abilities. However, only 467 of these candidates (1.16%) achieved scores that meet the threshold for exceptional ability.”
The UTME began on Thursday, April 24, and the results were officially released shortly after the conclusion of the exam. The poor performance across the board has raised concerns among stakeholders in the education sector.
How to Check 2025 UTME Results Online and via SMS
Candidates who sat for the exam can now check their results using either the JAMB website or SMS method. To check online, candidates should:
- Visit the JAMB eFacility portal at https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng/login
- Enter the email and password used during registration.
- Click on the “Check UTME Results” button to view your scores.
To check via SMS:
- Open the messaging app on your phone.
- Type “RESULT” followed by your JAMB registration number.
- Send it to 55019 or 66019.
- You will receive an SMS showing your UTME scores for each subject.
This method costs N50 and will be deducted from your mobile credit.
JAMB 2025 Results Reveal Worrying Decline in Student Performance
The release of the 2025 UTME results has sparked debate and criticism. Education experts are urging the government and schools to address the root causes of the poor performance. With more than 75% of candidates scoring below 200, the results point to a declining academic standard and the urgent need for reforms.
