OrganisationPolice Service Commission / Nigeria Police Force
SectorGovernment
LocationNigeria
Opportunity typePolice constable recruitment
Who this is for
Common disciplines or work areas covered by this pathway:
Qualification requirements
- General Duty applicants were required to have at least five O'Level credits including English Language and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.
- Specialist applicants were required to have at least four O'Level credits including English Language and Mathematics, plus relevant experience/trade tests for the specialist field.
Other requirements
- Published age range was 18–25 years for General Duty and 18–28 years for Specialists.
- Applicants had to be Nigerian citizens by birth and medically, physically and psychologically fit.
- Published General Duty minimum heights were 1.67 m for male applicants and 1.64 m for female applicants.
Documents to prepare
- NIN slip with clear photograph for later recruitment stages
- Printed recruitment/examination invitation documents
- O'Level and specialist/trade credentials used for the original application
- Other screening credentials requested through the official recruitment process
How to apply or check your status
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Do not submit a new application: the application window is closed.
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Existing applicants should rely on Police Service Commission and official NPF recruitment communications for any further stage.
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Use only the official recruitment portal referenced by the Police Service Commission.
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Ignore requests for payment for recruitment, shortlisting, tests or appointments.
Do not pay for access to a shortlist or appointment.
The Police Service Commission states that recruitment is free and has warned applicants against illegal charges and fake portals.
What we verified
- The 50,000-constable application deadline was extended to 8 February 2026.
- PSC later announced written examinations for candidates who passed physical and credential screening.