NIS Recruitment 2025/2026 Application Form Portal
Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) Recruitment: The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), overseen by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB), is accepting applications for its 2025/2026 recruitment drive. This initiative aims to bolster national security, border controls, and immigration services across Nigeria.
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Application Timeline & Portal Details
- Portal Opens: Monday, 14 July 2025
- Application Duration: 3 weeks, approximately until 4 August 2025
- Official Portal: recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng, use only this gov.ng domain to avoid scams
Positions & Cadres
You can apply under one of three cadres:
- Superintendent Cadre (CONPASS 08–09): For degree/HND holders in fields like Law, Engineering, or related disciplines
- Inspectorate Cadre (CONHESS 06): For NCE/ND holders, including technical or health backgrounds
- Assistant Cadre (CONPASS 04/03): For SSCE/NECO with 4 to 5 credits, or trade-test certificate holders (drivers, artisans, etc.)
Eligibility Criteria for NIS Recruitment
To qualify, you must meet the following:
- Nigerian by birth, aged 18 to 35 years
- Educational Qualifications:
- SSCE/NECO/GCE with 4 to 5 credits (Assistant Cadre)
- NCE/ND/HND/BSc or higher for Inspectorate/Superintendent
- Physical Requirements:
- Male: height 1.65 m and chest 0.87 m
- Female: height 1.60 m
- Character & Health:
- Clean criminal record
- Medically fit (certificate from a government hospital)
- No history of financial embarrassment
- Additional: Computer literacy is a plus, especially for the online exams
Eligible States for NIS Recruitment
All applicants from the 36 states and the FCT are welcome to apply, including:
| Abia | Adamawa | Akwa Ibom |
| Anambra | Bauchi | Bayelsa |
| Benue | Borno | Cross River |
| Delta | Ebonyi | Edo |
| Ekiti | Enugu | Gombe |
| Imo | Jigawa | Kaduna |
| Kano | Katsina | Kebbi |
| Kogi | Kwara | Lagos |
| Nasarawa | Niger | Ogun |
| Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
| Plateau | Rivers | Sokoto |
| Taraba | Yobe | Zamfara and FCT |
Also Read
- NSCDC Recruitment Portal | Application Form
- CDCFIB Recruitment
- Federal Fire Service (FFS) Recruitment | Application Portal
- Nigeria Correctional Service (NCS) Recruitment | Application Portal
How to Apply for (NIS) Recruitment
- Bookmark & Visit the Portal
Go to recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng once it opens on 14 July 2025. - Register
Provide your email and phone number to set up an account. - Select Your Agency & Cadre
Choose “Nigeria Immigration Service” and the appropriate cadre. Only one application per candidate is allowed. - Complete Personal & Education Details
Fill in your personal data and qualifications. - Upload Documents
- SSCE/NCE/ND/B.Sc certificate
- Birth certificate or national ID
- Passport photograph
- Medical fitness certificate
- Trade test or professional certificates (if applicable)
- Review & Submit
Double-check your entries, then submit your application and download the acknowledgment slip. - Free Application
There are no fees. Beware of fraudsters - Wait for Updates
CDCFIB will inform shortlisted candidates about the Computer-Based Test (CBT), physical screening, medical exam, and interview
Important Notes
- One application only: Multiple applications across agencies lead to automatic disqualification
- Apply early to avoid last-minute portal issues
- Stay alert: Only trust communications from the official .gov.ng portal and CDCFIB’s recognized channels
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
| Questions | Answers |
| When does it close? | Roughly 4 August 2025, three weeks after opening |
| Can I apply for multiple agencies? | No, one application only |
| Is there a fee? | No; the process is entirely free. No payments required |
| What documents are needed? | Certificates, IDs, medical fitness, trade test (if applicable) |
| How am I shortlisted? | Shortlisted candidates are contacted through the portal for CBT, physical, and interviews |
| What if I miss the deadline? | Late applications will be disqualified, submit before the portal closes |
Why Join the Nigeria Immigration Service?
- Take part in safeguarding Nigeria’s borders and migration systems
- Access career paths from entry-level cadet to leadership roles
- Receive structured training, uniforms, and allowances
- Serve a vital role in national and international mobility control
Summary Table
| Detail | Information |
| Portal | recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng |
| Opening | 14 July 2025 |
| Closes | 4 August 2025 |
| Cadres | Superintendent, Inspectorate, Assistant |
| Age Limit | 18–35 years |
| Height | M: 1.65 m, F: 1.60 m |
| Education | SSCE up to BSc |
| Medical | Required |
| Application Fee | Free |
| One Application Only | Strictly enforced |
Final Thoughts
NIS recruitment provides a meaningful career opportunity in national security and border management. Plan early, prepare your documents, register as soon as the portal opens, and ensure you follow the official process to the letter.
