The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has released the results of the 2026 mop-up UTME, which was held on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Candidates who sat for the mop-up examination can now check their results via SMS by sending “UTMERESULT” to 55019 or 66019 from their registered phone number.
Who is affected by this announcement?
Candidates who sat for the 2026 mop-up UTME on Saturday, June 13, 2026. These are candidates who were unable to sit for the main examination due to technical issues, missed schedules, or other approved reasons.
How can candidates check their results?
By sending “UTMERESULT” as one word via SMS to 55019 or 66019. The message must be sent from the same phone number used for UTME registration. Candidates must have at least N50 airtime balance on their line before sending the message.
What does the result release mean?
The release marks the close of the 2026 UTME examination process for affected candidates. It allows JAMB to proceed with candidate ranking and admission-related processing.
When was the mop-up exam held?
Saturday, June 13, 2026. The results were released shortly after, on June 18, 2026.
Why is this announcement important?
Because mop-up candidates have been waiting for their results to proceed with admission screening at universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education. Without the result, they cannot participate in Post-UTME or admission processes.
What should candidates do after checking their results?
They should keep their printed slip and result records safe for admission screening. They should also check official JAMB channels for original result slip printing and admission processing instructions.
5 key takeaways from the JAMB mop-up UTME result release.
1. The result is available only via SMS – not the JAMB portal. Unlike the main UTME, mop-up candidates must check their results via SMS. The portal may not yet display the results. Candidates must use the phone number they registered with.
2. Candidates must have at least N50 airtime. Checking the result is not free. Candidates must ensure they have enough airtime on their registered phone line. If the message fails, they should check their balance and resend.
3. The result release closes the 2026 UTME cycle. With the mop-up results out, JAMB can now proceed with ranking candidates and releasing admission lists. This is the final step before the admission process begins.
4. Candidates should avoid result upgrade scammers. JAMB has warned candidates to avoid anyone who claims they can upgrade scores or issue special admission documents. The result is final. No one can change it.
5. Printed result slips may be required for admission screening. Candidates should keep their printed slip and result records safe. Universities, polytechnics, and colleges may require them during the screening process.
How this affects candidates.
i. Mop-up candidates can now proceed with admission screening. Without the result, they could not apply for Post-UTME or participate in admission processes. Now they can.
ii. The admission process is now fully underway. With all results released, JAMB will rank candidates. Universities will begin their admission screening. The waiting game is over.
iii. Candidates who do not check their results may miss deadlines. Some universities have strict deadlines for Post-UTME registration. Candidates must check their results immediately and apply for screening before the deadlines close.
iv. The SMS method is simple – but requires airtime. Candidates must have at least N50 on their line. They must use the registered phone number. If they have changed their number, they may face difficulties.
v. Scammers will target mop-up candidates. These candidates are desperate to gain admission. Scammers will offer to “upgrade” scores or secure admission slots. JAMB has warned against this. Candidates must be vigilant.
Advice from this analyst.
1. To mop-up candidates: check your result immediately. Send UTMERESULT to 55019 or 66019. If you do not receive a reply, check your airtime balance and resend.
2. To candidates: keep your result slip safe. You will need it for Post-UTME registration and admission screening. Make multiple photocopies.
3. To candidates: do not fall for scammers. JAMB does not upgrade scores. No one can secure admission for you illegally. If someone offers, report them to JAMB.
4. To universities and admission officers: accept mop-up results. These candidates have valid scores. They should not be discriminated against because they sat for a different exam date.
5. To parents: help your children check their results. Some may not have airtime. Some may not know the SMS format. Your support can make a difference.
A question to make you reflect.
If JAMB can release mop-up results within five days of the exam – why do candidates often wait months for other admission-related decisions?
The answer is that JAMB has streamlined result processing. The bottleneck is often at the university level – Post-UTME screening, admission lists, and clearance. JAMB has done its part. Now universities must do theirs.
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Akahi News gathered that JAMB has released the 2026 mop-up UTME results. Candidates can check via SMS by sending UTMERESULT to 55019 or 66019. The mop-up exam was held on June 13, 2026. The result release marks the close of the UTME cycle. Candidates must now proceed with admission screening. Scammers are active – candidates should avoid them. The admission process is now fully underway.