How to apply for Nigeria Police recruitment 2025/2026

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Nigerian Police Force

The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has officially opened the recruitment portal for applicants interested in joining the Force as Police Constables or Specialist personnel.

This recruitment exercise follows President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s directive for the enlistment of 50,000 new police officers to strengthen internal security, expand community policing, and boost manpower to combat rising crime across the country.

The application portal will be open from December 15, 2025, to January 25, 2026.

Below is a step-by-step guide on how to apply:

Step 1: Check Your Eligibility

Applicants must:

Be Nigerian citizens by birth
Be physically, mentally and medically fit
Be free from financial embarrassment
Possess good character with no criminal record
Not be pregnant (for female applicants)

Age Requirements:

General Duty: 18–25 years
Specialists: Up to 28 years

Height Requirements:

Men: Minimum 1.67m, chest 86cm
Women: Minimum 1.64m

Step 2: Confirm Your Qualifications

General Duty Applicants:

Minimum of five credits in SSCE/NECO or equivalent, including English and Mathematics.

Specialist Applicants:

Minimum of four credits, including English and Mathematics
At least three years’ relevant work experience
Relevant Trade Test Certificates

Step 3: Prepare Your Documents (oft Copies Required)

First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
SSCE/NECO certificate
Birth certificate
Certificate of State/LGA of origin
Specialists must also upload:
- Trade Test Certificates
- Driver’s Licence (for driver positions)

Step 4: Apply Online

Visit the official recruitment portal:
https://npfapplication.psc.gov.ng

You will need:

National Identification Number (NIN)
A functional email address
An active phone number

Upload all required documents carefully before submission.

Step 5: Choose the Right Catego

A. General Duty

Police Constables

B. Specialist Roles

Medical:

Medical Assistants

Transport:

Drivers, Mechanics, Auto-Electricians, Dispatch Riders

EOD–CBRN:

Forensic Assistants, General Operatives

K9 Section:

Dog Handlers

Mounted Troop:

Horse Riders

Marine:

Deckhands, Divers, Engineers, Boat Mechanics

Artisans:

Electricians, Plumbers, Welders, AC/Refrigeration Technicians

Tailoring:

Tailors

Communication & IT:

Technicians, Operators

Band Section:

Musical Equipment Specialists

Step 6: Prepare for Screening

Successful applicants will undergo:

Physical and medical examinations
Aptitude tests
Background and character verification

Step 7: Follow All Rules

The recruitment exercise is FREE and strictly merit-based.
Any attempt to pay or solicit bribes will lead to automatic disqualification and prosecution.