How To Apply For Nigeria Police Force Recruitment 2025/2026

The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has officially announced the commencement of the recruitment process for 50,000 new Police Constables and Specialist personnel.

This major drive is part of the Federal Government’s plan to inject over 94,000 new personnel into Nigeria’s security services, following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a nationwide security emergency.

The initiative aims to strengthen community policing, enhance internal security, and significantly expand the manpower base of the NPF to confront escalating crime across the country.

The online application portal will open on Monday, December 15, 2025, and will close on Sunday, January 25, 2026.

Step-by-Step Guide on How to Apply

Prospective candidates are advised to follow the official guidelines meticulously. The recruitment process is free, merit-based, and will be conducted entirely online initially.

STEP 1: Check Your Eligibility
Before visiting the portal, ensure you meet the fundamental requirements:

•Nationality: Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.

•Fitness: Must be physically, mentally, and psychologically fit.

•Character: Must be of good character and have no criminal record.

•Financial Status: Must be free from financial embarrassment.

•Age Limits:

• General Duty: 18 to 25 years.
• Specialists: Up to 28 years. •Gender Clause: Female applicants must not be pregnant during training. •Physical Requirements (General Duty):
• Males: Minimum height of 1.67m and an expanded chest measurement of 86cm.
• Females: Minimum height of 1.64m.
  
  STEP 2: Confirm Your Qualifications

The recruitment is categorized into two cadres, each with distinct educational requirements:

•General Duty (Police Constables) Minimum of five credits in GCE Ordinary Level, SSCE/NECO or equivalent, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings. | 18 – 25 years |

•Specialists (e.g., Drivers, Artisans, Medics) Minimum of four credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in no more than two sittings. Must also have at least three years of relevant experience and a Trade Test Certificate. | 18 – 28 years |

“Specialist Roles” Include: Medical Assistants, Drivers, Mechanics, Auto-Electricians, Dispatch Riders, Forensic Assistants, Dog Handlers (K9), Horse Riders (Mounted Troop), Deckhands, Divers, Engineers, Boat Mechanics (Marine), Electricians, Plumbers, Welders, AC/Refrigeration Tech (Artisans), Tailors, Communication & IT Technicians, and Band Section Specialists.

STEP 3: Prepare Your Documents

All applicants must have soft (scanned) copies of the following documents ready for upload:
• First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC)
•SSCE/NECO result or equivalent
• Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
• LGA/State of Origin Certificate
• Specialists must also include: Relevant Trade Test Certificates and a Driver’s Licence (for driver roles).

STEP 4: Apply Online

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

• Ensure you have your National Identification Number (NIN), a functional email address, and an active phone number.

•Follow the on-screen instructions to create an account, complete the application form, and upload all required documents.

STEP 5: Know the Next Stage

Once the portal closes, shortlisted candidates will be notified to proceed to the next phases of the selection process:
•Physical and Medical Examinations
•Aptitude Tests
• Background Verification

What Happens Next, Warnings and Expectations

The massive intake is part of a broader plan to recruit more than 94000 personnel into the nation’s security architecture, including paramilitary and military services. While the announcement has been widely welcomed, it has also drawn strong caution from security experts and civil society groups

Brig Gen Peter Aro (retd) and several other experts warned that numbers alone will not solve existing problems in the Nigeria Police Force.

They stressed the need for rigorous vetting to ensure that only capable disciplined, and professionally suited individuals are recruited, rather than people brought in through political connections or with questionable backgrounds. According to them this is crucial to avoid multiplying the challenges the Force is already dealing with.

Governor Caleb Mutfwang and the Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association Benin Zone, Adebanjo Ebhoade, echoed the same concerns. They insisted that the recruitment must be based purely on merit and kept completely free from political interference to guarantee that the nation attracts the most competent hands required to combat worsening insecurity.

The recruitment exercise has also reignited the national debate on state policing. Governor Mutfwang, along with Ondo Attorney General Kayode Ajulo SAN, argued that establishing state police backed by well designed legislative frameworks has become a necessary step for effective and localized crime fighting especially as security threats become increasingly complex across different regions.

Applicants are strongly advised to beware of fraudsters and refrain from making any payments, as the entire recruitment process is FREE OF CHARGE.

For official inquiries applicants can visit the PSC social media platforms or FAQ page or contact the dedicated helplines: 09060483893, 09135006008, 09135006009.