CDCFIB Recruitment 2025: Latest Update on Application Process

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has released critical updates regarding its 2025 recruitment exercise for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). Here’s everything you need to know about the ongoing recruitment process as of July 21, 2025.

Recruitment Portal Reopened

Following a temporary suspension due to technical glitches, the CDCFIB officially reopened its recruitment portal on July 21, 2025. The portal, accessible at https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng, has been upgraded to handle the high volume of applications and ensure a seamless, transparent, and fair process. The board apologized for the inconvenience caused by the brief shutdown and reaffirmed its commitment to merit-based recruitment.

Application Window and Deadline

The application portal opened on July 14, 2025, and is set to close on August 11, 2025, giving applicants a three-week window to submit their applications. Candidates are urged to apply early to avoid last-minute issues. Submitting multiple applications across different agencies will result in automatic disqualification.

Eligibility and Requirements

The CDCFIB is recruiting 30,150 personnel across the four paramilitary agencies, including roles such as Superintendent, Inspectorate, and Assistant Cadres. To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be Nigerian citizens by birth, aged 18–35 years.

• Meet minimum height requirements: 1.65m for males and 1.60m for females.

• Possess a Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) with at least 4–5 credits, including English and Mathematics, or higher qualifications (NCE, OND, HND, B.Sc.) for specific roles.

• Have a clean criminal record and no history of financial misconduct.

• Provide required documents, including a birth certificate, National Identification Number (NIN) slip, indigene letter, and educational certificates.

How to Apply

Follow these steps to apply via the official portal:

1. Visit the Portal: Go to https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng.

2. Create an Account: Register with a valid email address, phone number, and password.

3. Select Agency and Cadre: Choose one agency (NSCDC, NCoS, FFS, or NIS) and your desired cadre.

4. Fill in Details: Provide accurate bio-data, educational history, and upload required documents (e.g., certificates, passport photo, NIN).

5. Review and Submit: Double-check your information, submit the application, and save or print the acknowledgement slip for reference.

Note: The recruitment process is free. Beware of scams and fraudulent messages demanding payment. Only use the official portal for applications.

Key Updates

• Portal Enhancements: The CDCFIB addressed issues such as missing local government areas in the portal, ensuring all applicants can now proceed with their applications.

• Recruitment Scale: The board plans to recruit 10,000 personnel for NIS, 5,000 for FFS, 5,150 for NCoS, and the remainder for NSCDC and CDCFIB Secretariat roles, including doctors and nurses for NCoS.

• Transparency Commitment: The CDCFIB, led by Board Secretary Maj. Gen. Abdulmalik Jibrin (Rtd), emphasizes a transparent and equitable process, urging applicants to rely only on official channels for updates.

Next Steps

Successful candidates from the application phase will be contacted for further screening, including aptitude tests and physical assessments. Computer literacy is an added advantage, so candidates are encouraged to prepare accordingly.

For the latest updates, visit the official CDCFIB portal or follow verified announcements from the board. Avoid unofficial sources to prevent falling victim to scams. Stay tuned for more updates, and share your thoughts or questions in the comments below!