Key Takeaways
- JAMB now allows 2026 UTME candidates to verify and upload O'Level results online, with no visit to a CBT centre required.
- The new verification service is initially available for West African Examinations Council (WAEC) results.
- Candidates must obtain a Result Verification Code, send it to 55019 or 66019, and confirm upload through their JAMB e-Facility dashboard.
- The initiative is designed to reduce queues, curb fraudulent submissions, and minimise upload errors.
JAMB has announced a fresh online system that lets candidates seeking admission through the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) verify and upload their O'Level results without stepping into a Computer-Based Test (CBT) centre. The new service, which initially covers results issued by WAEC, is part of the board's digital transformation drive aimed at simplifying admission processes.
Why the Change Matters
For many candidates, the need to visit CBT centres for result verification often turned into a stressful experience during peak periods. Long queues, network failures, and overwhelming patronage created unnecessary delays. With this online service, JAMB says results will be verified electronically, directly with the examination body, before being uploaded to each candidate's profile.
In a statement released on Monday, the board's Acting Director of Public Affairs and Protocol, Dr Fabian Benjamin, explained that the initiative will make the process easier, faster, and safer. It also helps prevent the submission of fraudulent or unverified results, misplaced certificates, and mistakes in entering subjects and grades.
How the Verification Process Works
Candidates must first obtain a Result Verification Code through JAMB's designated result verification portal. After the board confirms that a result is genuine, the candidate receives the Verification Code. Next, the candidate sends the word VERIFY followed by that code to 55019 or 66019. A notification will then confirm that the verification and upload have been completed successfully.
Steps for Candidates with Two O'Level Sittings
For candidates combining two O'Level sittings, the process continues through the JAMB e-Facility dashboard. They must select the option labelled 2026 UTME O'Level Upload, enter the Verification Code, and both verified results will appear on screen. Candidates can then choose the required subjects and grades. JAMB says candidates must select a minimum of five and a maximum of nine subjects, with no subject selected more than once.
After making the selections, candidates click Apply the O'Level Results and receive a notification once the upload is successfully completed.
Relief from CBT Centre Pressure
The board specifically noted that the new service will be valuable when CBT centres are experiencing long queues, heavy patronage, or network difficulties. By shifting key parts of the admission process online, JAMB is giving candidates the flexibility to complete important tasks remotely, without unnecessary physical visits. This move also strengthens the overall integrity of result submissions by ensuring that only verified and authentic O'Level results reach admission systems.
Why This Matters
This online verification system represents an important step in Nigeria's journey toward smarter, more transparent admission processing. As JAMB continues to embrace digital tools, candidates can expect greater convenience and fewer barriers on their path to tertiary education.