Why JAMB Withheld 39,834 UTME 2025 Results: The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has withheld the results of 39,834 candidates who took part in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). This move, according to the examination body, was a necessary step to uphold the integrity and credibility of Nigeria’s most important university admission exam.
JAMB revealed that the withheld UTME results were linked to serious examination misconduct, including impersonation, biometric fraud, and various forms of exam malpractice, some of which were allegedly carried out in collaboration with Computer-Based Test (CBT) centres.
Reasons Why JAMB Withheld 2025 UTME Results
According to JAMB Registrar, Prof. Is-haq Oloyede, the decision to withhold results was not taken lightly but was essential to ensure that only deserving candidates are considered for admission. The following are the major reasons behind the withheld results:
Extraneous Fingerprints Detected: More than 3,656 candidates were discovered to have mismatched or multiple fingerprints during registration, pointing to attempted impersonation or multiple entries.
CBT Centre Collusion: Several CBT centres were found to have collaborated with candidates to alter registration information, allowing for identity substitution and other unethical practices.
Online “Expo” Subscription: JAMB identified 244 candidates who subscribed to online platforms that claimed to provide leaked questions and answers, an act considered gross misconduct.
Double Registration and Substitution: Some candidates attempted to register more than once or engaged in substitution schemes with the help of agents or registration officials.
Proxy Registrations: A number of candidates were found to have used proxies during registration, often facilitated by compromised CBT centres.
JAMB emphasized that these results were withheld to discourage malpractice, maintain fairness, and promote academic integrity.
List of CBT Centres Under Investigation or Blacklisted by JAMB
To clamp down on centres aiding exam fraud, JAMB has launched investigations into several CBT centres across the country:
Under Investigation:
- Tigh Technologies Ltd., Abuja
- Sascon International School, Maitama, Abuja
- Wudil Computer Information Tech, Kano
- Penta M & Centre 2, Tambuwal, Sokoto
Blacklisted Centres:
- Adventure Associate, Kano
- Saadatu Rimi College of Education, Zaria
- Soronara Ventures Nigeria Ltd., Imo
- HSS Amazing, Ogun State
These centres were either involved in unethical practices or failed to meet the technical standards expected during the UTME examination.
2025 UTME Key Statistics at a Glance
JAMB also released a summary of performance and participation figures for the 2025 UTME:
- Total Registered Candidates: 2,030,862
- Results Released: 1,911,551
- Results Withheld: 39,834
- Candidates Absent: 71,705
- Rejected Fingerprints: 2,157
- Underage Candidates Registered: 41,000
- Underage Candidates Who Met Minimum Score: 467
Candidates Caught Cheating: 50
Candidates Under Investigation for Exam Fraud: 80 (including 14 from Anambra State)
JAMB Speaks on Future Improvements
Despite these challenges, JAMB has described the 2025 UTME as one of the most successful editions in recent years due to enhanced monitoring and stricter enforcement measures.
Prof. Oloyede reassured the public of JAMB’s continuous reforms, stating:
“We will continue to innovate and tighten our systems to ensure credibility in public examinations. The future of our education system depends on it.”
How to Check Your JAMB Result for 2025
Candidates whose results have not been withheld can check their 2025 UTME results by:
1. Visiting the official JAMB result portal: https://www.jamb.gov.ng
2. Clicking on “Check UTME Results”
3. Entering their registration number or phone number used during registration
4. Clicking on “Check My Result”
Alternatively, candidates can send “UTMERESULT” to 55019 or 66019 using the same phone number used during registration.
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- How to Calculate CGPA and Achieve first Class Degree in Nigerian Universities
Final Thoughts
JAMB’s firm action in withholding 39,834 UTME results sends a strong message to candidates, parents, and centres that exam malpractice will not be tolerated. The Board remains committed to ensuring that only credible results are used in the university admission process.
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