Nigeria Police Force Launches Nationwide Recruitment for 2025/2026

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has officially announced a large-scale recruitment drive for eligible Nigerians, offering opportunities for careers in both general duty and specialist roles. The recruitment, organized in collaboration with the Police Service Commission (PSC), follows directives from the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces.

This recruitment drive aims to strengthen the police workforce while providing citizens a fair and merit-based pathway into national service.

Entry Categories

Applicants can apply under two main categories:

Category A – General Duty Recruits

• Police Constables

Category B – Specialist Recruits

Medical Services

• Medical Assistants

Transport Services

• Drivers (with valid driving license)
• Mechanics
• Auto-electricians
• Dispatch and Escort Riders

EOD-CBRN Unit

• Forensic Assistants (Robotics & Drones)
• General EOD-CBRN Operatives

Admin, Analytical & Welfare Support

• Various support staff

K9 Unit

• Dog Handlers

Mounted Troop

• Horse Riders

Marine Unit

• Deckhands
• Launch Quartermasters
• Underwater Welders
• Electrical & Electronic Technicians
• Lathe Machine Operators
• Divers
• Marine Engineer Assistants
• Boat Mechanics

Artisans

• Electricians (including security door experts)
• Plumbers
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technicians
• Generator Repairers
• Welders

Tailoring Unit

• Skilled Tailors

Communication Unit

• Technicians & Operators

Information Technology

• IT Operators & Technicians

Band Section

• Musical Equipment Specialists

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be a Nigerian citizen by birth
• Be physically and mentally fit
• Have good character, no criminal convictions, and two character referees
• Be debt-free and financially responsible
• General duty: 18–25 years; Specialists: up to 28 years
• Female applicants must not be pregnant during training
• Be free from physical impairments like poor eyesight, flat foot, bow legs, or limb deformities
• Minimum height: Males 1.67 m, Females 1.64 m
• Male general duty applicants: chest size ≥ 86 cm

Academic & Professional Qualifications

General Duty Applicants:

• GCE O’Level, SSCE, NECO, or equivalent
• At least five credits, including English and Mathematics
• Results from no more than two sittings

Specialist Applicants:

• GCE O’Level, SSCE, NECO, or equivalent
• At least four credits, including English and Mathematics
• Minimum three years of work experience
• Relevant trade test certificates required

What to Expect

• A fair, merit-based recruitment process
• Equal opportunity for all qualified candidates
• A career built on service, discipline, and national duty
• No payment required at any stage of the recruitment

How to Apply

Applications must be completed online only at the NPF recruitment portal:  npfapplication.psc.gov.ng.

Applicants need:

• Valid National Identification Number (NIN)
• Active email address and phone number
• Scanned copies of:
  • First School Leaving Certificate
  • SSCE results
  • LGA or State of Origin certificate
  • Birth certificate
• Specialist applicants: trade test certificates
• Drivers: valid driver’s license

Screening & Important Notes

All applicants will undergo:

• Physical screening
• Medical checks
• Aptitude tests
• Background verification

The recruitment process is closely monitored for fairness. Bribery or attempts to influence the process will be punished.

For help or more details, applicants can visit the official NPF social media pages, consult the FAQ section, or call 09060483893, 09135006008, or 09135006009.

Deadline: Applications open 15 December 2025 and close 25 January 2026.

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