JAMB releases underage UTME results

Author: Vanessa OnahPublished on: September 5, 2026Country: Nigeria

Education

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB, has released the 2026 UTME results for underage candidates. However, these results do not guarantee admission, as only candidates who meet the stringent requirements for exceptional consideration will be admitted. Candidates can check their results by sending 'RESULT' to 55019 or 66019 using the same SIM card they registered with.

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