Are you planning to apply for admission into a Nigerian university, polytechnic, or college of education with awaiting results? Are you wondering whether JAMB or your school of choice will accept your application without an O’Level result in hand?

You’re not alone—and the good news is, you can still apply. This article breaks down everything you need to know about using awaiting WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB results when registering for JAMB or applying for Post UTME in the 2025/2026 admission cycle.

✅ Can I Register for JAMB With Awaiting Results?

Yes. JAMB officially allows candidates to register for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) using awaiting results. During registration, you can indicate that your O’Level results (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB) are not yet available. This means you won’t be disqualified from writing JAMB just because you haven’t received your exam results yet.

If using awaiting results was not allowed, JAMB wouldn’t have provided that option during registration.

🎯 Can I Gain Admission With Awaiting Results?

Yes, but with conditions.

• JAMB will not deny you admission because you registered with awaiting results.
• However, you must upload your O’Level results to the JAMB portal and to your school’s portal before the admission deadline set by your chosen institution.
• Failing to upload your result within the specified timeframe means you won’t be considered for admission, even if you passed JAMB or the Post UTME screening.

🏫 Do All Schools Accept Awaiting Results?

Most Nigerian schools do, but with deadlines.

After the release of your WAEC or NECO results, schools that accept awaiting results usually give candidates a window of time to upload their grades. If you meet the cut-off mark and fulfill other admission requirements, your application will be processed like everyone else’s.

However, some private or highly selective schools may require complete O’Level results upfront. Always confirm with the admission office or refer to the school’s official Post UTME instructions.

📌 How to Upload O’Level Results to JAMB Portal (2025 Guide)

Once your WAEC/NECO/NABTEB results are out, follow these steps:

1. Visit an accredited JAMB CBT center. You cannot upload your results yourself from home.
2. Provide your:
   • JAMB Registration Number
   • O’Level result (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB) printout
3. The CBT operator will:
   • Scan your result (JPEG or PNG, max 50KB)
   • Log into your JAMB profile
   • Upload your result under “Upload O’Level Result”
4. Pay the upload fee (usually ₦500)
5. Ask for confirmation and a printout as proof.

Note: There is no mobile or self-service option for this. Uploading must be done at a JAMB-approved center.

🕒 Deadline for Uploading Awaiting Results

The upload deadline varies by institution, but it’s usually before admission lists are released or before the close of the Post UTME screening process.

To avoid disqualification:

• Upload your result immediately after it’s released.
• Monitor updates from your school of choice.
• Track your admission status regularly on JAMB CAPS.

⚠️ Common Myths About Awaiting Results

Yes, you can get admission with awaiting results. Just be proactive: register, write your UTME, and make sure to upload your results as soon as they are available. As long as you meet your school’s requirements and submit all necessary documents on time, you’ll be treated like every other candidate.

Good luck in your admission journey!

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