JAMB Highest Score: Official Records and How to Verify Top Scorers
Summary
Official records of JAMB highest scores and how to verify authentic top scorer announcements.
JAMB officially announces the highest scorers in each UTME examination during the annual policy meeting. This guide provides verified records of top scorers and explains how to distinguish official announcements from fake social media claims.
2025 UTME Highest Scorers (Official Record)
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board announced the 2025 UTME top scorers at the Policy Meeting in Abuja. The highest score recorded was 375 out of 400 - the best in JAMB history.
Top 10 Scorers in 2025 UTME:
- Okeke Chinedu Christian - 375 (Anambra State) - Applied for Mechanical Engineering, UNILAG
- Ayuba Simon-Peter - 374
- Jimoh Abdulmalik - 373
- Roberts Damiete - 373
- Ononugbo Chigozirim - 373
- Olawepo Gertrude - 373
- Afinotan Leslie - 373
- Azoyenime Samuel - 373
- Oyebode Oluwapelumi - 373
2024 UTME Highest Scorers
In 2024, three candidates tied for the highest score of 367 marks:
- Olowu David - 367
- Alayande David - 367
- Orukpe Joel - 367
According to JAMB statistics for 2024:
- 8,401 candidates (0.5%) scored above 300
- 77,070 candidates (4.2%) scored 250 and above
- 439,974 candidates (24%) scored 200 and above
How JAMB Announces Top Scorers
JAMB only announces top scorers through official channels:
- Policy Meeting: The Registrar announces top scorers at the annual policy meeting
- Official Press Releases: Published on JAMB's official website
- Verified Media Coverage: Major news outlets cover the official announcement
How to Identify Fake Score Claims
JAMB has warned about fake claims circulating on social media. Here are red flags:
- Invalid Registration Numbers: Fake claims often have impossible registration number formats
- No Official Announcement: JAMB does not directly reward or recognize individual candidates
- Unverifiable Sources: Claims from unknown blogs or social media accounts without official backing
- Unrealistic Scores: Any claim of a perfect 400 score is extremely rare and would be officially announced
Can You Verify a Candidate's Score?
Individual UTME scores can only be verified by:
- The candidate themselves through the official JAMB e-Facility portal
- Institutions during admission screening
- Sending UTMERESULT to 55019 from the candidate's registered phone
Third parties cannot access individual scores without authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest JAMB score ever recorded?
The highest official JAMB score is 375, achieved by Okeke Chinedu Christian in the 2025 UTME. This broke the previous record.
Does JAMB reward the highest scorers?
JAMB does not directly reward top scorers. Any scholarships or rewards come from private organizations, states, or institutions - not JAMB itself.
How can I confirm if a viral score claim is real?
Wait for official JAMB announcements at the policy meeting. Claims circulating before official announcements are usually fake.
What score is considered good in JAMB?
Scores above 250 are generally competitive for most courses. However, highly competitive courses like Medicine may require 280+ depending on the institution.
