The Nigerian Navy has officially announced the commencement of its Basic Training School (BTS) Batch 38 recruitment exercise for 2025. The online application window will open on October 2, 2025, and close on October 31, 2025.
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Key Information for Applicants
- Application Process: All entries must be submitted online through the official portal at www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng. The Navy emphasized that the process is completely free of charge.
- Citizenship: Only Nigerians by birth with a valid National Identification Number (NIN) are eligible.
- Character Requirements: Applicants must have no criminal history and must not be members of cults, secret societies, or fraternities.
Age and Education Requirements
- O’Level Holders: Applicants using SSCE/WAEC/NECO/NABTEB/GCE results must be between 18 and 22 years old as of December 31, 2025.
- OND/NCE Holders: Age requirement is 18 to 26 years.
- Special Roles (Chaplains, Imams, Drivers, Mechanics): Age limit is 18 to 28 years.
- Academic Standards: Minimum of five credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings. Certificates must not be older than 2015.
Professional and Technical Categories
- Medical Staff (Nurses, Medical Assistants, etc.): Must provide evidence of registration with relevant professional bodies.
- Technical Trades (Tailoring, Plumbing, Carpentry, Welding, Electrical Work): Trade Test certificates are mandatory.
- Sportsmen and Women: Candidates must present proof of achievements such as certificates and medals.
Recruitment Examination
The nationwide screening test is scheduled for November 29, 2025, at designated centers. Candidates must bring:
- A valid form of identification (Driver’s License, International Passport, or National ID Card).
- A completed Attestation Form with a passport photo of the guarantor.
Important Warnings
- Multiple Applications: Submitting more than one application will result in automatic disqualification.
- Official Communication: Clarifications should only be sought through contacts provided on the Navy’s official recruitment portal.
Final Note
This recruitment offers Nigerians an opportunity to join the Navy and serve the nation. Interested candidates should carefully review the requirements and ensure they apply within the stated timeline to avoid disqualification.
For further details and application, visit the official recruitment portal: www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng.
