The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has officially announced the commencement date for the printing of original 2026 UTME result slips, bringing relief and clarity to thousands of candidates across Nigeria
According to the Board’s spokesperson, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, candidates will be able to begin printing their original result slips from Monday, May 18, 2026 The development marks an important stage in the 2026/2027 admission process as candidates prepare for Post UTME screenings and admission exercises nationwide
For many students seeking admission into universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education, the original JAMB result slip remains one of the most important documents required during admission processing
JAMB Confirms Date for Printing Original Result Slips
JAMB disclosed that the printing of original UTME result slips will officially begin on Monday, May 18, 2026
The Board explained that candidates are expected to obtain the original result slip ahead of various admission activities that will soon commence across tertiary institutions in Nigeria
Unlike the ordinary result notification previously released after the UTME examinations, the original result slip contains the candidate’s passport photograph and serves as an officially recognized admission document
Why the Original JAMB Result Slip Is Important
The original JAMB result slip plays a major role in the admission process and is required for several academic procedures
Post UTME Screening
Most Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions request the original result slip during their Post-UTME screening and verification exercises
Candidates without the document may face difficulties completing their screening process
Admission Clearance and Registration
The document is also needed during physical clearance and final registration after admission has been offered by an institution
Schools often use it to verify candidate details and UTME scores
Scholarship Opportunities
Several scholarship programs and educational support schemes require candidates to submit the original JAMB result slip as evidence of academic performance
How Candidates Can Print Their Original JAMB Result Slip
JAMB advised candidates to follow the approved process to access and print their slips successfully
Visit an Accredited CBT Centre
Candidates can visit any accredited JAMB CBT centre nationwide to process and print the document
Make Payment Through the JAMB Portal
Printing the original result slip requires payment through the official JAMB e Facility portal before access can be granted
Login and Print Online
Candidates who have access to printers can also log into their JAMB profile using their registered email address and password to complete the printing process from any location
Candidates Advised to Print Early
Admission experts have advised candidates not to wait until the last minute before printing their result slips
With many institutions expected to begin Post UTME registration soon, early printing will help candidates avoid network issues, delays, and overcrowding at CBT centres
Students are also encouraged to keep multiple photocopies of the document for future admission processes
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