The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has released a new update regarding the long-awaited shortlist for its 2025 nationwide recruitment exercise.
The official recruitment portal — recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng — was opened on Tuesday, July 14, 2025, to enable thousands of interested Nigerians to apply for available positions across the four major paramilitary agencies under the Board:
- Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
- Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS)
- Federal Fire Service (FFS)
- Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
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Record Number of Applications
The CDCFIB confirmed that it received an impressive 1,914,349 applications before the portal officially closed on August 11, 2025. This record number demonstrates the high level of interest among Nigerians seeking opportunities to serve their nation through these vital agencies.
Next Phase: Shortlisting of Candidates
Following the closure of the recruitment portal, the Board has moved to the shortlisting stage, where applications are being carefully reviewed to select the most qualified candidates.
Only applicants who meet the eligibility requirements — including educational qualifications, physical fitness, and suitability for the positions applied for — will make it to the shortlist.
After this process, shortlisted candidates will proceed to the next stages of the recruitment, which may include:
- Computer-Based Tests (CBT) or Aptitude Screening
- Physical and Medical Verification
- Document Authentication
Update on the Shortlist Release Date
While the CDCFIB has not yet announced an official release date for the shortlist, the Board confirmed that the announcement will be made very soon through its verified channels.
Applicants are strongly advised to frequently check recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng for genuine updates and to ignore any unverified messages or lists circulating on social media.
The Board warned that it will not be responsible for misinformation spread by unauthorized sources.
Important Notice to Applicants
The CDCFIB also reminded applicants to:
- Visit the official portal regularly for authentic updates.
- Keep their registration details safe, as they will be needed to check their status.
- Watch out for emails and SMS notifications once the shortlist is released.
- Avoid falling victim to scammers or unofficial agents claiming to have influence over the selection process.
Transparency and Fairness in the Selection Process
The Board assured Nigerians that the entire recruitment process remains transparent, fair, and merit-based.
Officials emphasized that only applicants who meet the required standards will advance to the next phase.
As anticipation grows nationwide, the CDCFIB urged all applicants to remain patient while the selection process is completed.
Final Note
The CDCFIB 2025 recruitment has entered a decisive stage with the shortlisting process underway. Applicants should stay informed through official CDCFIB platforms only and be wary of false information.
For verified updates and announcements, visit recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng.