JAMB Warns Candidates Against Fraudulent Exam Slip Reprint Messages

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has issued a public warning about fraudulent SMS messages instructing candidates to reprint examination slips for non-existent exams.

Scammers are using a spoofed version of JAMB's official 66019 shortcode to send deceptive communications to candidates.

The Fraudulent Scheme

The fake messages target candidates who recently completed UTME examinations and received their results. These texts claim students need to reprint examination slips for additional exams.

JAMB's Public Communication Advisor, Dr. Fabian Benjamin, confirmed that these messages are not from the board. No scheduled examinations currently exist for domestic candidates who have already written and received results.

How to Identify Fake Messages

Legitimate JAMB communications come through official channels including the organization's website, verified social media accounts, and the genuine 66019 SMS service.

Be suspicious of messages asking you to pay fees, reprint documents, or take additional exams without prior official announcement through JAMB's website or mainstream media.

Scammers exploit sender ID spoofing technology to make fraudulent messages appear from official sources. Even if a message shows "JAMB" or the 66019 number, verify content through official JAMB channels before acting.

What Examinations Remain

JAMB clarified that only two examination categories remain pending: foreign examinations scheduled across Europe, the Middle East, and select African nations, plus mop-up examinations for specific candidates who qualified due to documented technical issues during their original test.

If you weren't officially notified about mop-up examination eligibility through proper channels, these messages don't apply to you.

Protecting Yourself from Scams

Never send money or personal information in response to unsolicited messages claiming to be from JAMB, regardless of how authentic they appear.

Verify all JAMB communications by:

• Checking the official JAMB website (jamb.gov.ng)
• Logging into your JAMB profile to see official announcements
• Contacting JAMB customer service through verified phone numbers
• Following JAMB's verified social media accounts for official updates

What to Do If You Received Fake Messages

Simply ignore and delete the message. Don't click any links, call provided numbers, or respond in any way.

Report suspicious communications to JAMB through their official channels. This helps the organization track scam patterns and issue timely warnings to other candidates.

Share this warning with fellow candidates who might fall victim to these scams. Many students, particularly first-time JAMB candidates, may not recognize fraudulent communications.

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Source: JAMB Public Communication Office