The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) released the results of the 2026 UTME mock examination on 31 March–1 April 2026, following the mock test held on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
Candidates were instructed to check their results through SMS using the telephone number linked to their UTME registration.
The board reported that 224,597 candidates registered for the mock examination, but 152,586 candidates successfully sat for the test across 989 computer-based test (CBT) centres nationwide.
The committee subsequently delisted more than 20 centres that experienced technical difficulties.
Candidates should understand that the mock examination is a practice exercise.
It is meant to familiarise them with the computer-based testing environment and help them prepare for the main UTME.
The mock result is not the same as the main UTME result and does not determine admission into a university, polytechnic, or college of education.
Although JAMB released the mock results in early April, the main 2026 UTME was scheduled to begin on 16 April 2026.
Candidates who participated in the mock should use their experience to identify areas for improvement and prepare for future examinations.
How to check JAMB 2026 UTME mock examination results
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Candidates who participated in the 2026 mock examination can check their results by following JAMB’s SMS instructions.
Check your result by SMS.
Use the telephone number linked to your 2026 UTME registration.
SMS message
MOCKRESULT
Send to 55019 or 66019
Copy message
The SMS service attracts a charge.
Follow these steps:
- Open the SMS application on your phone.
- Type MOCKRESULT in capital letters.
- Send the message to 55019 or 66019.
- Use the same SIM card and telephone number you used during UTME registration.
- Wait for JAMB’s response and follow any instructions provided.
Make sure the message is spelt correctly.
If you use a different telephone number, the service may not recognise your request.
What if you do not receive your mock result?
If you do not receive a response, avoid sending repeated messages immediately.
Instead:
- Confirm that you are using the registered SIM card.
- Check that the phone has enough airtime to send the SMS.
- Confirm that the message reads MOCKRESULT, without extra words.
- Check your network connection and try again later if the service is temporarily unavailable.
- If the problem continues, consult JAMB’s official e-Facility portal or support centre for guidance.
Do not share your JAMB password, profile code, or other confidential details with people who claim they can retrieve your result for a fee.
Why did JAMB conduct the mock examination?
The UTME mock examination helps candidates understand how a computer-based examination works before sitting for the main test.
For candidates who have never taken a CBT examination, the mock provides an opportunity to practise navigating questions on a computer, selecting answers, and managing examination time.
The mock exercise also allows JAMB to assess the readiness of examination systems and centres.
The 2026 exercise exposed technical challenges at some centres, leading the board to delist more than 20 centres following the examination.
The experience is useful because it can help candidates identify practical difficulties before the main examination day.
What was the outcome of the 2026 mock examination?
The reported figures provide an overview of participation in the 2026 mock test.
| Examination detail | Reported figure |
| Candidates registered | 224,597 |
| Candidates who sat the examination | 152,586 |
| CBT centres used | 989 |
| Centres delisted after technical challenges | More than 20 |
| Mock examination date | 28 March 2026 |
| Main UTME commencement date announced at the time | 16 April 2026 |
The Voice of Nigeria and JAMB’s published bulletin reported these figures.
The difference between the number registered and the number who successfully sat the mock should not automatically be interpreted as proof that every other candidate deliberately missed the examination.
The figures alone do not establish the individual reasons for non-participation.
Does the JAMB mock result affect admission?
No. Candidates should not confuse a mock examination score with the score used for admission consideration.
The mock is intended for practice and familiarisation.
The main UTME is the examination used in the relevant admission process, alongside other requirements such as O’Level results, institutional screening, programme-specific conditions, and JAMB’s admission procedures.
For example, a candidate who scores poorly in the mock can still prepare effectively and perform better in the main examination.
Similarly, a high mock score does not guarantee a high main UTME score or admission.
Use your mock result as feedback rather than as a final judgement of your ability.
How to use your mock result to prepare better
The most useful way to benefit from the mock examination is to review your preparation and make practical changes.
1. Identify your weak subjects.
Review the subjects in which you struggled during preparation and dedicate additional study time to them.
2. Practise with a timer.
Work through questions within realistic time limits so that you can improve your speed without sacrificing accuracy.
3. Learn the CBT interface.
Practise moving between questions, selecting answers, and reviewing your responses using legitimate practice materials.
4. Revise with the JAMB syllabus.
Focus on the topics prescribed for your subject combination instead of studying randomly.
5. Use recommended textbooks.
Study relevant concepts and practise questions from reliable educational materials.
6. Maintain a consistent schedule.
Short, regular study sessions are often more manageable than leaving all your revision until the final days.
7. Prepare for technical conditions.
On examination day, listen to the invigilators, follow the centre’s instructions, and report technical problems immediately.
Candidates who experienced problems during the mock should not assume that the same issue will necessarily occur during the main examination.
However, they should use the experience to understand what to report and how to follow official instructions.
Frequently asked questions about JAMB 2026 mock examination results.
1. Has JAMB released the 2026 UTME mock examination results?
Yes. JAMB released the 2026 mock UTME results at the end of March and early April 2026.
Candidates were instructed to check by SMS.
2. How do I check my JAMB mock result for 2026?
Send MOCKRESULT by SMS to 55019 or 66019 using the phone number linked to your UTME registration.
The service attracts an SMS charge.
3. Can I check my mock result online?
The announced checking method was SMS.
For additional guidance or help with a result-related problem, use JAMB’s official e-Facility portal or support centre.
4. What date did JAMB conduct the 2026 mock examination?
The 2026 mock examination took place on Saturday, 28 March 2026.
5. Is the mock examination result the same as the main UTME result?
No. The mock is a practice exam, while the main UTME is used for admission.
A mock score should not be treated as your official UTME score.
6. What should I do if my mock result does not arrive by SMS?
Check that you used the correct registered SIM, typed the message correctly, and have sufficient airtime.
If the issue persists, contact JAMB through its official support channels.
7. Can I write the main UTME if I did not participate in the mock?
The mock is a separate practice exercise.
Candidates should follow their main UTME registration and examination instructions.
Missing the mock does not, by itself, bar a candidate from the main examination.
8. How many candidates registered for the 2026 mock UTME?
JAMB reported that 224,597 candidates registered for the examination, while 152,586 successfully sat for it.
9. Why were some CBT centres delisted?
JAMB reported delisting more than 20 centres after identifying technical challenges and operational inadequacies during the mock examination.
10. Where can I get official JAMB examination updates?
Conclusion
The release of the 2026 JAMB UTME mock examination results allowed participating candidates to review their preparation and become more familiar with computer-based testing.
Candidates were instructed to send MOCKRESULT to 55019 or 66019 using their registered telephone number.
The most important next step is to use the mock experience constructively.
Revise weak topics, practise under timed conditions, and follow official JAMB announcements for examination and admission information.
Avoid fraudulent score-improvement services and use only recognised JAMB channels when seeking help.
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