Every year after the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) releases UTME results, many candidates who didn’t meet their desired score start asking the same question:
“How can I upgrade my JAMB score?”
Let’s clear the air and tell you the honest truth.
You Cannot Upgrade Your JAMB Score
There is no legitimate way to upgrade your JAMB score after the result is released.
JAMB does not allow or offer any score upgrading services.
Any person or website claiming they can upgrade your score is lying and trying to scam you. You may lose money or worse—get into trouble.
Why You Should Avoid “JAMB Upgrade” Scams
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They are fraudulent and illegal.
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You may be tricked into paying money for nothing.
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Giving your JAMB registration details to scammers can put your personal information at risk.
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If caught using fake results, you can be disqualified from admission or even prosecuted.
What You Can Do Instead
If your score is lower than expected, don’t lose hope. Here are legit options available to you:
1. Change of Course or Institution
You can log in to the JAMB portal and apply for a change of course or institution. Some schools and programs accept lower UTME scores. This change costs ₦2,500.
2. Explore Courses with Lower Cut-Off Marks
Some institutions offer quality programs with lower entry requirements. You can research and switch to a course where your score fits.
Read also: How to Check Your Offer of Provisional Admission into Delta State University, Abraka
3. Retake JAMB Next Year
If you’re determined to study a course with high competition (like Medicine, Law, Engineering), then it may be wise to prepare again and retake JAMB in 2026.
4. Consider Other Institutions
You can look at polytechnics, colleges of education, or private universities with more flexible admission criteria. These are great alternatives and still offer quality education.
Final Advice
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Don’t fall for scams. JAMB score upgrade is a myth.
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Use the options that JAMB officially provides.
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Focus on planning your next step wisely.
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Remember: A single low score doesn’t define your future.
