Understanding JAMB's Result Withheld and Pending Statuses:

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) oversees the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) in Nigeria, with thousands of students anxiously awaiting their results each year. A “Result Withheld” or “Pending” status can be worrying but understanding these terms is crucial.


Result Withheld: This status indicates an examination issue, such as suspected malpractice, irregularities, fingerprint discrepancies, or incomplete documentation. JAMB may hold these results for investigation; don't panic if you see this status.

Pending: A “Pending” status suggests your result is being processed, potentially due to technical glitches, incomplete data, or administrative reasons. JAMB will release the result upon completion of checks.

Steps to Take if Your Result is Withheld or Pending:

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