The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially announced the commencement of the 2025 recruitment exercise into four major paramilitary agencies in Nigeria. These include the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigeria Correctional Service (NCSS).
The recruitment drive is aimed at filling various positions across multiple cadres and providing job opportunities for qualified Nigerians willing to serve in national security and public safety roles.
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General Eligibility Criteria
Applicants interested in joining any of the four agencies must meet the following general requirements:
- Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
- Must possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
- Must be between 18 and 30 years old (35 years for medical professionals).
- Must be physically and mentally fit and provide a certificate of medical fitness from a government-approved hospital.
- Must possess the appropriate educational qualifications:
- SSCE/NECO/GCE for entry-level positions.
- NCE/ND/HND/BSc for mid and senior-level positions.
- Must not have a criminal conviction or record.
- Must not be a member of any cult, secret society, or drug-related group.
- Must have good character and effective communication skills.
- Male applicants must be at least 1.65 meters tall; female applicants must be at least 1.60 meters tall.
- Male applicants must have a minimum chest measurement of 0.87 meters.
- Basic computer literacy is considered an added advantage.
Recruitment Breakdown by Agency
1. Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
- Superintendent Cadre: Bachelor’s Degree or HND.
- Inspectorate Cadre: ND or NCE.
- Assistant Cadre: SSCE or equivalent.
2. Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS)
- Superintendent Cadre: Bachelor’s Degree or HND.
- Inspectorate Cadre: ND or NCE.
- Assistant Cadre: SSCE or equivalent.
3. Federal Fire Service (FFS)
- Assistant Superintendent of Fire I & II: Bachelor’s Degree or HND.
- Inspector of Fire: ND or NCE.
- Fire Assistant: SSCE or equivalent.
- Physical and medical fitness are essential due to the emergency response nature of the job.
4. Nigeria Correctional Service (NCSS)
- Superintendent Cadre: Degree in Law, Psychology, Criminology, or other relevant disciplines.
- Inspectorate Cadre: ND or NCE.
- Assistant Cadre: SSCE or its equivalent.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through the official CDCFIB recruitment portal. Follow the steps below:
- Visit https://cdcfib.career.
- Select the agency and cadre you wish to apply for.
- Fill in the application form with accurate and up-to-date information.
- Upload all required documents, including your passport photograph, academic credentials, and valid means of identification.
- Review your application and submit it.
- Print the application slip for reference.
Important Information
- Application is free of charge. Do not make any payments to individuals or unofficial platforms.
- Only one application is allowed per applicant. Multiple applications will result in disqualification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be notified for screening, which may include physical fitness tests, medical evaluations, and computer-based examinations.
- All credentials submitted must be verifiable and authentic.
Application Deadline
The application portal will remain open for a limited time. Applicants are strongly advised to apply as early as possible to avoid missing the deadline or facing technical issues. The 2025 recruitment into NSCDC, NIS, FFS, and NCSS is a significant opportunity for young Nigerians to contribute to national service. Interested candidates are urged to carefully review all requirements and apply only through the official portal.
