Lost The SIM Card You Used For JAMB Registration? Heres What To Do To Check Your 2026 UTME Result

A common issue many candidates are facing after the release of the 2026 JAMB UTME results is losing access to the phone number used during registration. Joseph Isaac shared:

“I lost the SIM card that I used for the registration.”

If you’re in the same situation, you may be wondering how you can check your result — especially since JAMB has made it clear that the only method to check the 2026 UTME result is through SMS using the exact phone number used during registration.

Here’s what this means and the options available to you.

Why JAMB Only Accepts the Registered SIM

JAMB uses your registered phone number to:

• Match it with your unique profile code
• Prevent impersonation and ensure data security
• Deliver sensitive updates directly to you

Because of this, the system does not respond to result requests sent from a different number.

Option 1: Retrieve the SIM from Your Network Provider

This is the most recommended and straightforward solution.

Steps:

1. Visit the nearest office of your network provider (MTN, Airtel, Glo, 9mobile).
2. Tell them you want to do a SIM retrieval (SIM swap).
3. Go along with the following:
   • A valid government-issued ID card (NIN slip, voter’s card, national ID, or passport)
   • A passport photograph
   • Proof that the number belongs to you (e.g., SMS, recharge history, SIM pack, etc.)

Once your SIM is reactivated, insert it into your phone, ensure you have at least ₦50 airtime, and send:

nginxCopyEditUTMERESULT 

to 55019 or 66019

You’ll get your result via SMS in a few moments.

Option 2: Visit a JAMB Office (If SIM Retrieval Fails)

If you’re unable to retrieve your line for any reason (e.g., line was not registered in your name), the only other option is to visit the nearest JAMB state office.

Tell them you lost access to your registered number and need assistance checking your UTME result. You’ll likely need to provide:

• Your JAMB registration slip
• Valid ID
• Possibly your NIN

JAMB may verify your details and give further instructions or help you get your result.

Important Warnings

• Do not pay anyone online who claims they can check your result for you using another method. It’s either a scam or they’ll use fake portals.
• The JAMB online result-checking portal is not active. SMS remains the only method officially recognized in 2026.

Final Advice

If you’ve lost your SIM, the best move is to act fast — retrieve it and check your result via SMS as soon as possible. The earlier you resolve this, the sooner you can begin planning your next steps toward admission.

If you’re still stuck, drop a comment with your issue. We’ll try our best to guide you.

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