How to Upload O’level Results (WAEC/NECO) to JAMB Portal

How to Upload O’level Results (WAEC/NECO) to JAMB Portal

Uploading your O’level results (WAEC or NECO) to the JAMB CAPS portal is one of the most important steps in the university admission process. Without uploading your results, your preferred institution cannot offer you admission—no matter how high your UTME score is. Many candidates fail to secure admission simply because they forget or neglect this step. This guide explains why the upload is necessary, where and how to upload it, and common mistakes to avoid, using information verified from JAMB-approved procedures.

Why You Must Upload Your O’level Results to JAMB Portal

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) requires every candidate to upload their O’level results to the Central Admissions Processing System (CAPS). This upload allows universities to:

• Verify candidates’ eligibility (subject combinations, grades, etc.)
• Approve or reject admission offers
• Ensure transparency and merit-based admission

Candidates who register for UTME using “Awaiting Results (AR)” MUST upload their results immediately after release. Even candidates who used complete results should confirm that their results are visible on CAPS.

You can confirm this requirement on JAMB’s official portal:
https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng

Where You Can Upload Your O’level Results

JAMB strictly allows uploads at:

1. JAMB-Accredited CBT Centres
2. Official JAMB Offices Nationwide

Uploading results cannot be done at cyber cafés because JAMB does not give cafés access to the CAPS upload portal.

Official list of accredited CBT centres:
https://www.jamb.gov.ng/Accredited_Centres

Requirements for Uploading Your Results

Before going to a JAMB office or accredited CBT centre, ensure you have:

• WAEC or NECO result (original or printed online copy)
• JAMB Profile Code
• JAMB Registration Number
• Email address and phone number used for JAMB registration

Step-by-Step Guide to Uploading O’level Results to JAMB Portal

Below is the official and verified procedure:

STEP 1: Visit a JAMB-Accredited CBT Centre or Office

Go to the nearest approved CBT centre. JAMB offices usually handle uploads, corrections, and related services, but accredited centres are often faster.

You can search for centres using JAMB’s database:
https://www.jamb.gov.ng/Accredited_Centres

STEP 2: Request for “O’level Result Upload”

Inform the staff that you want to upload your WAEC/NECO result to JAMB CAPS.
Provide your:

• Full name
• JAMB registration number
• Phone number
• Profile code

The operator will log into the official JAMB portal to update your result.

STEP 3: Provide Your WAEC/NECO Result Slip

Give them the copy that contains:

• Candidate name
• Examination number
• Examination year
• Subjects and grades
• Examination body (WAEC/NECO)

Both WAEC and NECO e-Results printed online are accepted.

To print WAEC results:
https://www.waecdirect.org

To print NECO results:
https://results.neco.gov.ng

STEP 4: The CBT Staff Uploads Your Grades

The operator will manually enter your grades into the CAPS system and upload the accompanying result slip. This must be done correctly, as wrong grades may affect admission.

After uploading, the centre will ask you to confirm the entries on the screen.

STEP 5: Biometric Verification

JAMB requires the candidate to verify the upload using fingerprint authentication.
This ensures:

• Correct owner of the profile
• No third-party alterations
• Prevents impersonation

STEP 6: Check and Confirm on JAMB CAPS

After upload, you must confirm it yourself.

How to check:

1. Go to: https://efacility.jamb.gov.ng
2. Log in with your registered email and password
3. Click “Check Admission Status”
4. Click “Access CAPS”
5. Select “O’level Results” on the left menu

If properly uploaded, you will see:

• Exam type (WAEC or NECO)
• Exam year
• All grades for your subjects

If it shows “No O’level Result Uploaded!”, return to the CBT centre for correction.

Cost of Uploading O’level Results

Uploading is usually ₦500–₦1,000, depending on the centre.
JAMB does not set a fixed price; centres determine the service charge.

Important Notes and Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Upload Even If You Submitted Results During Registration

Many candidates assume their results were uploaded automatically during UTME registration.
This is wrong.
You must re-upload during admission processing.

2. Ensure the Subjects Match Your JAMB Course Requirements

Incorrect subject combinations may lead to:

• Delay in admission
• Automatic rejection by CAPS
• Institution bypassing you for other candidates

Always check the latest JAMB brochure:
https://ibass.jamb.gov.ng

3. Upload Before Your School Begins Admissions

Most universities (UNILAG, UI, UNILORIN, OAU, ABU, etc.) warn that if your results are not on CAPS during admission screening, you cannot be admitted.

4. Avoid Uploading at Cafés

Cafés do not have access to JAMB’s secure portal.
Uploads made there are invalid and may cause delays.

5. Re-Upload After Changing Institution or Course

If you process change of course/institution, JAMB recommends re-uploading your results because some departments require different subject combinations.

6. Upload Both WAEC and NECO If You Are Combining

If you’re using two sittings (e.g., WAEC + NECO):

• Upload both results
• Make sure the grades complement each other

CAPS accepts combined results.

Uploading your WAEC or NECO O’level results to the JAMB CAPS portal is a mandatory part of the admission process. Failure to upload or confirm your result can automatically disqualify you from gaining admission—regardless of your JAMB score. The process is simple: Visit a JAMB-accredited CBT centre or JAMB office, provide your result slip, ensure biometric verification, and confirm the upload on CAPS. Always double-check your results on the JAMB portal to avoid last-minute issues during admission.

Stay proactive, follow the verified procedures in this guide, and you will smoothly complete this critical step toward securing admission into your desired institution.