Are you interested in joining one of Nigeria’s top paramilitary agencies under the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB)? Then read this.
Whether you are applying to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Fire Service, or Nigerian Correctional Service, it is essential to understand the recruitment requirements thoroughly.
In this post, we will walk you through four key requirements you must meet to stand a good chance of being shortlisted in the CDCFIB recruitment exercise
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Requirements for the 2025 CDCFIB recruitment
1. State of Origin / LGA Identification Letter
To prove your origin, you must upload a State or Local Government Area (LGA) Identification Letter. This letter is typically issued by your local government secretariat or council headquarters.

2. Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
You must present either:
- A birth certificate issued by a recognized hospital or the National Population Commission, OR
- A declaration of age sworn in a competent court.
3. NYSC Certificate or Exemption Letter
All graduate applicants are required to provide:
- Their NYSC discharge certificate, OR
- A valid NYSC exemption letter.
The certificate number is printed on the top right-hand side of your NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
Note:
- NYSC is a compulsory service for Nigerian graduates below the age of 30.
- Those above 30 at graduation are issued exemption letters.
4. Age Requirement (18–35A Years)
Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old at the time of application.
Care must be taken to ensure that mistakes are not made while filling in the form. Apllications can be submitted online usi using an internet enabled mobile phone or personal computers. If you are not tech savvy, it is advisable you visit a cafe for your CDCFIB recruitment application.
5. Medical Fitness
You must be medically fit and free from any form of disabilities. Your height must fall within the range of 165cm and above
How to Apply
Visit CDCFIB recruitment official website, the webite is now fully operational and optimized for excellent performance
