The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has announced that the printing portal for the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination original result slips is not yet active, attributing the delay to ongoing candidate ranking computations and preparations for an upcoming mop up examination.
JAMB’s Public Communication Adviser, Fabian Benjamin, issued the clarification on Tuesday, confirming that the board is yet to complete the internal processes that determine the final ranking of candidates, a prerequisite for generating the original result slips.
The board explained that, unlike a standard score sheet, the UTME result slip carries each candidate’s national ranking, making it impossible to release until all examination sittings, including the forthcoming mop up exercise, have been processed and reconciled.
“Candidates are reminded that the UTME is a ranking examination, and the Original Result Slip contains the ranking of candidates. Consequently, all necessary processes must be completed before the slips can be released,” Benjamin disclosed.
The mop up examination, which is being organised for candidates who were unable to sit the main 2026 UTME through no fault of their own, remains a key factor delaying the portal’s activation. Until that sitting is held and its results are incorporated, the board cannot produce accurate rankings for the full candidate pool.
“The printing of the 2026 UTME Original Result Slip has not yet been activated. Candidates are kindly urged to be patient as the Board has just concluded the foreign examinations and is also preparing to conduct the mop up examination for candidates who were unable to sit for the main examination through no fault of theirs,” Benjamin noted.
JAMB assured the public that the portal would be switched on without further delay once all adjustments are in place, and that an official announcement would precede any action required from candidates.
“As soon as the necessary adjustments are concluded, the printing portal will be activated. This will be done shortly, and candidates will be duly informed when to proceed with the printing of their result slips,” the statement read.
The board extended an apology for the postponement. “We sincerely apologise for the delay and appreciate your understanding,” Benjamin added.
Last Updated on May 19, 2026 by Ola Funmilayo
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