In a move that has brought relief and excitement to thousands of admission seekers across Nigeria, the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the reactivation of its portal for uploading the 2025 WAEC results. This update comes after a brief suspension that left many candidates anxious about their admission chances.
For many students, uploading their WAEC (WASSCE) result is one of the final hurdles before securing a place in their chosen university or polytechnic. With the portal now reopened, the process of admission for the 2025/2026 academic session has resumed in full swing.
Why Was the Portal Suspended in the First Place?
Earlier this month, JAMB temporarily suspended the WAEC result upload portal following discrepancies in the initial release of WAEC results. WAEC had announced a shocking pass rate of just 38.32%, sparking widespread panic among students and parents.
However, investigations later revealed that the low pass rate was the result of a technical glitch caused by a faulty serialized code file used in grading. After WAEC corrected the error, the pass rate rose significantly to 62.96%, restoring hope for many candidates who had initially thought their university admission dreams were over.
To ensure that students upload only the corrected and valid results, JAMB paused the process temporarily, reviewed the situation with WAEC, and has now reopened the portal for fresh uploads.
Why This Reactivation is So Important
The reopening of the portal is not just routine—it is a lifeline for students who sat for the 2025 WASSCE and are seeking admission into Nigerian higher institutions. Here’s why it matters:
- Mandatory for Admission Processing
Without uploading your O’Level result, no institution can offer you admission, no matter how high your UTME score is. - Corrected Results Now Count
Since WAEC has rectified the earlier grading errors, students who initially thought they failed now have much better results to upload. - Deadline Pressure
Admission processes for most universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education are already ongoing. Any delay in uploading your results could cost you your admission slot.
What Students Must Do Immediately
Now that the portal is live again, here are the steps every 2025 UTME candidate must follow:
1. Visit an Accredited JAMB CBT Center
The upload cannot be done from your phone or a cybercafé. Only JAMB-accredited Computer-Based Test (CBT) centers are authorized to carry out the upload.
2. Go Along with:
- A printout of your WAEC result slip (or digital copy).
- Your JAMB registration number/slip.
3. Request for Upload Confirmation
After uploading, ask for a printout or screenshot as evidence.
4. Verify the Upload Online
Log in to your JAMB e-facility portal → Click “Check Admission Status” → Enter CAPS → Select “My O’Level Result.”
If your grades appear, it means the upload was successful.
How to Know If You Have Uploaded Before
Some students are unsure if they uploaded their results earlier. If you fall into this category, don’t panic. You can confirm it in less than five minutes:
- Visit [JAMB CAPS portal] via e-Facility.
- Sign in with your email and password.
- Click on “My O’Level Result.”
- If you see your WAEC grades, you’re safe. If not, head to a CBT center immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓ I uploaded my result before the suspension. Do I need to re-upload?
✅ Yes. Since WAEC corrected the results, it is best to revisit a CBT center and confirm that the corrected version of your result is reflected.
❓ Can I upload both WAEC and NECO results?
✅ Yes. JAMB allows the combination of two sittings if your institution accepts it.
❓ How much will I pay at the CBT center?
✅ The service charge is usually between ₦500–₦1,000, depending on the center.
❓ What happens if I don’t upload my WAEC result?
❌ Your admission will not be processed, even if you scored 350 in UTME. The O’Level result is a non-negotiable requirement.
A Wake-Up Call for Students
This development serves as a reminder for all admission seekers: stay updated, act quickly, and never take deadlines lightly. Every year, thousands of candidates lose admission opportunities simply because they delayed small but critical steps like result uploads.
With the reactivation of this portal, there are no more excuses. Candidates must act fast to secure their place in the ongoing 2025/2026 admission cycle.
Final Note
The reactivation of the WAEC result upload portal is great news for Nigerian students. It shows the responsiveness of both WAEC and JAMB in addressing technical issues and ensuring students are not unfairly disadvantaged.
If you’re a 2025 UTME candidate, the ball is now in your court. Visit a CBT center, upload your result, confirm it on CAPS, and stay alert for admission updates.
Your admission journey is not over until your name appears on the admission list—don’t let a simple oversight block your success.
👉 Students are advised to act immediately. Delay is dangerous. Admission is competitive, and institutions will only consider candidates whose records are complete.
