Many candidates seeking admission into Nigerian universities often wonder whether they can combine two Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) results to secure admission. This concern arises mainly when students fail to meet the required cut-off mark in one sitting and hope to improve their chances by using scores from multiple attempts.
Can You Combine Two JAMB Results?
The straightforward answer is NO. JAMB does not allow candidates to combine results from two different UTME sittings for admission into Nigerian universities, polytechnics, or colleges of education. Each UTME result is only valid for one admission cycle. That means if you do not gain admission with a particular year’s result, you must register and sit for a new UTME in the following year.
Why Can’t JAMB Results Be Combined?
There are several reasons why JAMB does not allow the combination of two UTME results:
- Each JAMB Result is Valid for One Year – Unlike WAEC or NECO results, which can be combined for O’Level admissions, JAMB UTME results are only valid for the admission year in which they were written.
- Admission Process is Year-Specific – Each year, JAMB determines new cut-off marks based on the performance of candidates and the specific admission policies of institutions.
- System Limitations – Universities and JAMB’s Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS) do not have provisions for merging UTME scores from different years.
Alternative Solutions for Admission
If you did not meet the required UTME score for admission, you can consider the following options:
- Register for the Next UTME – You can sit for the next JAMB UTME and aim for a higher score to improve your chances.
- Apply for a Polytechnic or College of Education – Some institutions have lower cut-off marks and could offer admission with your current score.
- Consider a Pre-degree or JUPEB Programme – Some universities offer pre-degree or JUPEB programs, which allow candidates to gain direct entry admission without writing UTME again.
- Explore Part-time or Distance Learning Programs – Some universities offer part-time or Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programs that do not require UTME.
FAQs on Combining JAMB Results
1. Can I use two JAMB results to apply for Direct Entry (DE) admission?
No, Direct Entry (DE) candidates are required to have an A’Level qualification (e.g., JUPEB, ND, NCE) and not UTME scores from two different sittings.
2. Can I combine JAMB and Direct Entry for admission?
No, you must apply through either UTME or Direct Entry, not a combination of both.
3. If I fail JAMB this year, can I use last year’s result?
No, JAMB results are only valid for the year they were written. You will need to register and sit for a new UTME.
4. Do universities accept two JAMB results?
No, Nigerian universities and other tertiary institutions do not accept the combination of two UTME results for admission.
5. Is there any way to combine JAMB scores legally?
No, JAMB does not permit the merging of UTME scores. Candidates must use a single sitting result.
Conclusion
Candidates seeking admission for the 2025/2026 academic session should note that JAMB does not allow the combination of two UTME results. If you did not meet your desired cut-off mark, your best option is to either retake the UTME or explore alternative admission routes such as JUPEB, part-time programs, or polytechnics.
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