The Federal Government has officially opened the 2025 recruitment exercise for four major paramilitary agencies under the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB).
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the board confirmed that recruitment will cover the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
Application Timeline
Portal Opens: Thursday, July 14, 2025
Portal: [https://recruitment.cdcfib.org](https://recruitment.cdcfib.org)
Eligibility Requirements
Citizenship: Nigerian by birth
Age: 18 to 35 years
Height:
Male: Minimum 1.65 metres, chest size 0.87 metres
Female: Minimum 1.60 metres
Character: Must have no criminal record
Health: Must be medically and physically fit
Educational Qualifications
Minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) with 4–5 credits including English and Mathematics Applicants with NCE, OND, HND, B.Sc. or higher degrees in relevant fields such as law, engineering, medicine, or technical trades are encouraged to apply
Important Rules
One Application Only: Candidates must apply to only one agency
Multiple applications will lead to **automatic disqualification
How to Apply
1. Visit the Portal:
Go to [https://recruitment.cdcfib.org](https://recruitment.cdcfib.org)
2. Create an Account:
Click “Start Application” and register using a valid email address and phone number.
3. Choose One Agency:
Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS)
Federal Fire Service (FFS)
4. Select a Cadre:
Category A: Superintendent Cadre
Category B: Inspectorate Cadre
Category C: Assistant Cadre
5. Fill Personal Details:
Upload educational documents, birth certificate, passport photograph, national ID, etc.
6. Review and Submit:
Check for accuracy before final submission.
7. Print Acknowledgement Slip:
Save or print the confirmation after a successful application.
Reminders for Applicants
No fees are required—the application is completely free
Computer literacy is an added advantage
Criminal records or a history of financial misconduct will lead to disqualification
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage
The CDCFIB urges interested applicants to apply early and ensure strict compliance with all stated criteria.