One of the most common mistakes UTME candidates make every year is failing to upload their O’Level (WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB) results on the JAMB portal (CAPS). Without uploading your results, your admission status cannot be processed, no matter how high your UTME score is.
This guide explains everything you need to know about uploading O’Level results on JAMB portal in 2025. From the step-by-step process to requirements, mistakes to avoid, and frequently asked questions, this article will help you secure your admission with ease.
Why Is Uploading O’Level Results on JAMB Portal Important?
Uploading O’Level results is compulsory for every candidate. Here’s why:
- JAMB requires your grades in relevant subjects to process admission.
- Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education verify results via JAMB CAPS.
- Candidates who fail to upload are automatically disqualified from admission lists.
- It prevents fraudulent or fake result submissions, since it is verified digitally.
For example, even if you scored 300+ in JAMB 2025, without uploading your O’Level results, you cannot gain admission.
See our full guide on How to Score 300+ in JAMB 2025
Where Can I Upload My O’Level Results?
Contrary to what many candidates think, you cannot upload results by yourself at home. You must visit:
- An approved JAMB CBT Centre
- The JAMB State/Zonal Office nearest to you
⚠️ Note: Uploading results through unapproved cybercafés or agents may result in errors that could affect your admission.
Learn more about JAMB Approved CBT Centres
Step-by-Step Guide to Upload O’Level Results on JAMB Portal
Follow these steps carefully:
✅ Step 1: Gather Requirements
You need:
- JAMB Profile/Registration Number
- WAEC/NECO/NABTEB Result (Original or printout with verification PIN)
- JAMB login details (email & password)
✅ Step 2: Visit a JAMB CBT Centre
Go to any JAMB accredited CBT centre or JAMB office with your documents.
✅ Step 3: Request for O’Level Result Upload
Tell the JAMB official that you want to upload or re-upload your O’Level results.
✅ Step 4: Provide Your Details
Hand over your registration number and results. They will scan and upload it into the JAMB CAPS system.
✅ Step 5: Confirm Upload
After uploading, request a printout slip that shows your results are successfully updated.
See our guide on How to Check JAMB CAPS Admission Status)
How to Check If Your O’Level Result Has Been Uploaded
- Log in to JAMB CAPS Portal.
- Enter your email and password.
- Click Check Admission Status.
- Go to My O’Level Result tab.
- If uploaded successfully, your subjects and grades will appear.
⚠️ If it shows “No O’Level Result Uploaded”, revisit a CBT centre immediately.
Common Mistakes Candidates Make When Uploading O’Level Results
- Uploading at unapproved centres
- Using incomplete results (e.g., awaiting result but never updating it)
- Not confirming upload on CAPS
- Wrong subjects linked to the wrong course (e.g., Engineering without Physics)
Always cross-check your results on CAPS after uploading.
Read about Common JAMB Admission Mistakes to Avoid
Can I Upload My O’Level Result Twice?
Yes. If you previously uploaded awaiting results (AR), you must re-upload once your WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB result is out. There is no penalty for uploading more than once.
Full guide on How to Correct Mistakes on JAMB Portal
Cost of Uploading O’Level Results on JAMB Portal
Uploading results is free at JAMB offices, but some CBT centres charge a service fee between ₦500 – ₦1,500.
Check our list of JAMB Services and Official Charges
When is the Deadline to Upload O’Level Results?
The deadline is usually before your school releases admission lists. For 2025, JAMB has advised all candidates to upload results before Post-UTME screenings begin.
Don’t wait till the last minute — do it now.
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1. Can I upload my O’Level result after writing JAMB?
Yes. You can upload after the UTME exam. However, you must upload before admission lists are processed. If you wrote with “Awaiting Results,” you must return to update them once released.
2. How much does it cost to upload O’Level results on JAMB portal?
At JAMB offices, it is free of charge. At CBT centres, expect a small service fee (₦500–₦1,500).
3. Can I check if my O’Level was uploaded successfully?
Yes. Log into JAMB CAPS, click Check Admission Status → then go to My O’Level Result. If uploaded, your grades will show.
4. Can I upload NECO and WAEC together?
Yes. JAMB allows the combination of two sittings (WAEC + NECO, WAEC + NABTEB, or NECO + NABTEB) as long as they meet your chosen course requirements.
5. What happens if I don’t upload O’Level results?
Your admission will be withheld. No matter your UTME or Post-UTME score, you cannot be offered admission without uploading results.