JAMB releases mock UTME results, 73,000 candidates absent

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2025 Mock UTME, conducted on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

JAMB spokesman, Dr Fabian Benjamin, in a statement on Sunday, April 13, 2025, said candidates can check their results by sending “MOCKRESULT” to either 55019 or 66019 using the phone number (SIM) registered for the examination.

Benjamin said this optional mock examination was designed to test the Board’s annual innovations and provide candidates with an opportunity to experience the Computer-Based Test (CBT) environment.

A total of 200,115 candidates initially expressed interest in participating; however, two candidates later withdrew, resulting in 200,113 registered candidates.

Of those registered, 73,844 candidates were absent on the day of the examination, and 88 candidates failed the biometric verification screening.

Consequently, 126,181 candidates successfully sat for the examination, and results for 115,735 of these candidates are now available for viewing. Additionally, 10,446 results are still being processed and will be released soon.

The Board acknowledges the delays experienced by some candidates during the examination and regrets any inconvenience caused.

“These challenges are anticipated due to the new features implemented to enhance the overall conduct of the main UTME. JAMB appreciates the support of candidates and parents in facilitating a smoother process,” he said.

The mock examination serves as a trial version of the UTME, allowing the Board to test new innovations while helping candidates familiarize themselves with the CBT environment.

Over the years, this initiative has successfully achieved its objectives, addressing noted lapses and equipping candidates with valuable experience for the main examination.

JAMB urges all candidates to continue making the necessary sacrifices to ensure a better examination experience that effectively serves their interests.

The Star