JAMB to Review 2025 UTME Results Following Widespread Complaints; The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has announced a full-scale review of the recently released 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results. The decision comes after widespread backlash from candidates, many of whom reported scores that were far below their expectations.
Thousands of students took to social media using the hashtag #thisisnotmyresult, claiming that their scores did not accurately reflect their performance. Some even suggested technical issues may have affected the fairness of the exam.
So, what exactly is JAMB doing about it—and how could this impact your result? Here’s everything you need to know.
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How JAMB Will Conduct the Review

JAMB has responded swiftly by launching its annual system review earlier than usual. This in-depth investigation will cover the entire UTME process, including:
- Registration: Verifying that no mistakes occurred during candidate enrollment.
- Examination: Investigating possible technical issues such as incomplete or missing questions.
- Result Release: Confirming whether scores were calculated and released correctly.
To ensure transparency and credibility, JAMB has enlisted a panel of independent experts, including:
- Members of the Computer Professionals Association of Nigeria
- Vice chancellors and provosts of tertiary institutions
- Measurement and testing specialists
- Leaders from African educational organisations
Issues JAMB Is Focusing On
JAMB has acknowledged that complaints are more concentrated in certain states, raising red flags that require further scrutiny. The board is particularly concerned about candidates who wrote their exams on the following dates:
- April 24th
- April 25th
- April 26th
- April 28th
Candidates from these dates have reported serious problems such as incomplete or blank questions, which may have led to unfairly low scores. The April 26th exam, in particular, has been cited in many of the complaints.
What Happens Next If Problems Are Found?
If JAMB finds evidence of technical or administrative errors, it has pledged to take swift action. This could include:
- Adjusting scores for affected candidates
- Scheduling new exam sessions to give students a fair second chance
- Releasing detailed mark sheets to help students understand how their results were calculated
JAMB’s goal is to ensure that no candidate is unfairly disadvantaged due to issues beyond their control.
Legal Action Gaining Momentum
In a bold move, over 11,000 candidates have already signed up to challenge JAMB through legal channels. Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare (a school software platform), is coordinating this effort. He’s compiling a database of affected students and calling on JAMB to release full marking details and investigate all issues tied to specific exam dates.
This growing legal pressure may speed up JAMB’s response and ensure more transparency throughout the review process.
Understanding the Trend in UTME Results
JAMB maintains that the 2025 results align with past trends, pointing to the following statistics:
- 2025: 78% of candidates scored below 200 (out of 400)
- 2024: 76% scored below 200
- 2022: 78% scored below 200
- 2021: Only 0.06% of candidates scored above 300
Still, many candidates argue that this year’s scores feel unusually low, especially given the number of complaints involving possible technical glitches. That’s why this year’s review is seen as especially critical.
Final Thoughts

If you’re among those affected, keep an eye on updates from JAMB and maintain a record of your complaint or experience. Whether the outcome leads to a score adjustment, a re-sit opportunity, or greater transparency, this review could be a turning point for how UTME results are handled in the future.
In the meantime, stay informed—and stay prepared. Your academic future could still be positively impacted by what happens next.