JAMB 2025 UTME Examination Issues: Technical Glitches, Mass Failures, and Ongoing Reviews

The 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), administered by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB), has been marred by widespread technical issues and an unprecedented rate of low scores, prompting national concern and calls for immediate action.

Unprecedented Mass Failures

According to JAMB’s released statistics, over 1.5 million out of the 1.9 million candidates who sat for the 2025 UTME scored below 200 out of a possible 400 marks. This represents more than 78% of the total candidates, marking one of the lowest performance rates in recent years.

The alarming failure rate has led to public outcry, with many candidates and stakeholders questioning the integrity of the examination process. Social media platforms have been flooded with the hashtag #ThisIsNotMyResult, as students express disbelief over their scores and demand transparency.

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Technical Glitches and Examination Irregularities

Numerous candidates reported experiencing technical difficulties during the examination, including system crashes, freezing screens, and inconsistent question displays. These issues disrupted the examination process and, according to affected students, negatively impacted their performance. :

A group of 8,391 students has formally lodged complaints regarding these technical glitches, with many threatening legal action against JAMB. Education advocate Alex Onyia, CEO of Educare, has been at the forefront of this movement, demanding that JAMB release detailed score sheets for verification and transparency.

JAMB’s Response and Review Measures

In response to the widespread complaints, JAMB has announced an immediate review of the 2025 UTME results. The board has fast-tracked its annual system review, which encompasses registration, examination, and result release processes.

JAMB has engaged a panel of experts, including members from the Computer Professionals Association of Nigeria, Chief External Examiners, Vice Chancellors of universities, and representatives from the Educational Assessment and Research Network in Africa. This panel is tasked with auditing the entire conduct of the 2025 UTME to identify challenges and recommend solutions. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}

Dr. Fabian Benjamin, JAMB’s Public Communication Advisor, stated, “If it is determined that there were indeed glitches, we will implement appropriate remedial measures promptly, as we do in the case of the examinations themselves.”

Legal Actions and Stakeholder Reactions

The controversy has escalated to potential legal battles, with thousands of aggrieved candidates preparing to file a class-action lawsuit against JAMB. Allegations of system errors and a lack of transparency in result collation have fueled demands for accountability.

Education stakeholders, parents, and civil society groups have condemned the dismal performance in this year’s exam, urging JAMB to address the issues promptly to restore public confidence in the examination process.

Looking Ahead

As JAMB continues its review, affected candidates and their families await the outcomes with anticipation. The board has assured the public of its commitment to maintaining the integrity of the examination process and implementing necessary corrective measures.

The situation underscores the importance of robust technological infrastructure and transparent processes in high-stakes examinations. Stakeholders hope that the lessons learned from the 2025 UTME will lead to improvements in future assessments.

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Conclusion

The 2025 UTME has highlighted significant challenges within Nigeria’s examination system, from technical glitches to unprecedented failure rates. As JAMB undertakes a comprehensive review, the education community watches closely, hoping for reforms that will enhance the credibility and reliability of future examinations.