Before open the portal: Step by step Guide for Apply Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) 2025 recruitment, Online Application, Eligibility and Requirements

NSCDC COMMANDANT GENERAL DR AHMED ABUBAKAR AUDI

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) 2025 recruitment process is a structured and transparent procedure designed to onboard qualified Nigerians into various roles within the paramilitary agency. 

While there’s no official announcement confirming that the 2025 recruitment has commenced as of March 06, 2025, the process typically follows a consistent framework based on past exercises and official guidelines.

Key Stages of the NSCDC Recruitment Process: 

The NSCDC, through the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), announces recruitment via its official website (www.nscdc.gov.ng) and the CDCFIB portal (www.cdfipb.careers). 

Notices may also appear in national newspapers and on official social media channels to ensure wide awareness, ruling out secret recruitment.

Online Application:

Interested candidates must apply through the designated portal (usually www.cdfipb.careers).  

Applicants create an account, fill out the online form with personal and educational details, and upload required documents (e.g., certificates, National Identification Number (NIN), and a medical fitness certificate from a government hospital).  

The process is free no payment is required for forms or processing, and the NSCDC warns against scammers promising jobs for money.

Eligibility and Requirements:

Must be Nigerian by birth.  

Typically 18–30 years (verified during documentation).  

Minimum of 1.65m for males and 1.60m for females; males need a chest measurement of at least 0.87m.  

Varies by cadre e.g., SSCE/NECO with at least five credits (including English and Mathematics) for lower ranks, National Diploma (ND) or NCE for mid-level roles, and degrees like B.Sc or HND for officer positions.  

Must be medically fit, with no physical deformities.  

No criminal record or affiliation with secret cults.  

Computer literacy and a valid driver’s license (for driver roles) are advantages.

Shortlisting:

After applications close, the NSCDC reviews submissions and shortlists candidates who meet the criteria. 

This often involves verifying NIN and credentials to prevent fraud. Shortlisted candidates are contacted via the portal or email/phone and published on the official websites.

Computer-Based Test (CBT):

Shortlisted applicants take a CBT, typically administered by a reputable body like the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB). This aptitude test assesses general knowledge, reasoning, and job-specific skills, conducted nationwide to avoid mass gatherings.

Physical Screening:

Candidates who pass the CBT undergo physical verification, where documents, height, and fitness are checked. This stage ensures compliance with statutory requirements (e.g., height, medical fitness).

Training:

Successful candidates proceed to a training program at designated NSCDC facilities. This includes paramilitary drills, disaster management, and crisis resolution skills to prepare them for service.

Final Selection and Deployment:

After training, the NSCDC compiles a final list of recruits, often certified by the Federal Character Commission to ensure nationwide representation. Recruits are then deployed to various commands across Nigeria.

Important Notes:

Past exercises, like the one praised by the Minister of Interior in 2022, highlight the use of technology (e.g., CBT, NIN verification) to ensure fairness, with over 1.5 million applicants narrowed to 53,000+ test-takers in one cycle.

As of now, no 2025 recruitment is confirmed. Posts on X from March 5, 2025, suggest it might start soon, but without official backing, this remains speculative.

Scam Alerts: The NSCDC regularly warns against fraudsters (e.g., a 2023 statement debunked fake aptitude test claims). 

Always verify updates via official channels.

How to Stay Updated

Visit www.nscdc.gov.ng or www.cdfipb.careers regularly.

Monitor NSCDC’s official social media (e.g., 

@official_NSCDC on X).

Avoid unofficial sources demanding payment or promising shortcuts.