The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has officially reopened its recruitment portal for applicants who participated in the recent Computer-Based Test (CBT). This marks the beginning of the next phase of the recruitment process: physical screening and document verification.
If you sat for the CBT, now is the time to prepare all required documents and get ready for physical assessment. The NCS may release further instructions at any time, so staying updated is very important.
Official NCS Recruitment Portal: https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng
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What’s Happening Now?
With the portal back online, candidates can log in to check their status, print necessary slips, and follow new instructions. The next stage—physical screening—will focus on your credentials, fitness level, and identity verification to ensure all candidates meet the NCS recruitment standards.
Applicants are advised to keep checking the portal regularly and watch out for official announcements.
Required Documents for NCS Physical Screening
Below is the list of documents candidates must come with for the physical screening and verification exercise:
1. Educational Certificates
- WAEC, NECO, or NABTEB
- ND, NCE, HND, or Degree certificates (depending on the position applied for)
2. NYSC Certificate
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate (for graduates)
3. Birth Certificate or Age Declaration
- Issued by a recognized authority
4. Certificate of Origin
- Local Government Identification or State of Origin certificate
5. Valid Means of Identification
- National Identification Number (NIN slip or ID card)
6. Passport Photographs
- Recent passport photos (bring extra copies)
7. Medical Fitness Certificate
- Issued by a government-approved hospital
8. Acknowledgement/Screening Slip
- Must be printed from the official NCS recruitment portal
9. Appropriate Screening Outfit
- Depending on NCS instructions: a white vest, shorts or trousers, and white canvas shoes
Tips to Help You Prepare Better
- Arrange your documents early and make photocopies.
- Begin simple physical exercises to prepare for fitness checks.
- Visit the portal daily for updates on screening dates and venues.
- Avoid scammers, as NCS does not charge any fee for recruitment.
- Arrive early at the screening venue to avoid disqualification.
Final Note
The reopening of the NCS recruitment portal shows that the process is moving forward. If you passed the CBT, make sure you are fully prepared, physically fit, and have all necessary documents ready. Stay alert and keep checking the official portal for the most accurate updates.
Official Portal: https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng
