The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has commenced the withdrawal of certain 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) results, with affected candidates set to participate in a forthcoming mop-up examination.
According to notifications sent to candidates, the Board informed affected individuals that their previously released UTME results had been withdrawn and that they would be rescheduled for another examination.
“Your 2026 UTME result has been withdrawn. You will be rescheduled for the mop-up exam. Date and time will be communicated accordingly,” the notification read.
The development is believed to be connected to technical irregularities and verification concerns recorded during the conduct of the nationwide examination. JAMB had earlier assured candidates that those genuinely affected by system failures or other documented issues would be given another opportunity through a mop-up exercise.
While the Board has not officially disclosed the total number of affected candidates, indications suggest that the exercise forms part of efforts to preserve the integrity and credibility of the examination process.
Candidates who received the notification are advised to remain calm and closely monitor official communication channels for updates regarding the mop-up examination schedule, venue details, and reprinting instructions.
The mop-up examination is expected to hold in the second week of May as JAMB intensifies preparations for the commencement of the 2026 admission process.