Nigerian Army 90RRI Shortlisted Candidates 2025 Released for State Screening

The Nigerian Army has officially released the list of shortlisted candidates for the 90 Regular Recruits Intake (90RRI) for Trades and Non-Tradesmen/Women. According to the Army, all shortlisted applicants must prepare for the State Recruitment Screening Exercise, scheduled to take place from 4 – 17 December 2025.

The Army also emphasized that the entire recruitment process remains free of charge, and applicants should avoid anyone requesting payment or offering assistance to influence the screening.

Important General Instructions for All 90RRI Shortlisted Candidates

To help candidates prepare correctly, the Nigerian Army has outlined the following rules and requirements:

Key Instructions

1. There will be no Pre-Selection Computer-Based Test.
2. There is no special center for recruitment.
3. There will be no zonal screening this year.
4. All screening will hold in each candidate’s state of origin.
5. Electronic devices, including phones and recording gadgets, are not allowed at the screening venue.
6. Tattoos, piercings, or body inscriptions (other than tribal marks) are prohibited.
7. Females must not have multiple ear piercings.
8. Candidates must present original educational certificates, from primary to secondary level.
9. Candidates must not belong to any cult, fraternity, or secret society.
10. Anyone caught with forged or falsified documents will be disqualified — even if discovered later during training.
11. No candidate should offer bribes or inducements, as recruitment is fully FREE.
12. Candidates must come with their NIN slip and BVN printout.
13. For guidance, candidates can call the Army support lines:

• 07036499094
• 09041116433

14. The official list of shortlisted candidates will be published only on the Nigerian Army Recruitment website.
15. All shortlisted candidates must report to their state of origin between 4 – 17 December 2025 for screening.
16. The Nigerian Army again stresses that recruitment is FREE.

What Candidates Should Expect During Screening

During the state-level screening, candidates will undergo:

• Document verification
• Physical fitness assessment
• Medical checks
• Identity confirmation (NIN/BVN)

Only those who meet all requirements will move forward to the next phase of the recruitment process.

How to Check the 90RRI Shortlist

Candidates should visit the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal to confirm their status and download the shortlist once it becomes available.

Final Reminder

The Nigerian Army urges all applicants to read the instructions carefully and avoid fraudsters. The 2025 90RRI recruitment process is transparent, merit-based, and fully free.