Arise Youth Employment Shortlisted Candidates 2025 | Screening & Exam Updates

The long-awaited list of Arise Youth Employment Shortlisted Candidates 2025 will soon be out! If you applied for the program, this is the moment to confirm whether you have been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment and empowerment process. Over 15,000 persons Applied and 5,000 to be given selection mail to attend the interview. Only 3,000 Candidate will make it to the final list. It is one thing to register and it’s another thing to understand how the process works.

Unlike some other recruitment exercises, the Arise Youth Employment Initiative will not release a PDF shortlist for public download. Instead, successful candidates will be notified via email and can also confirm their status by logging into the official Arise Employment portal.

This article explains how to check your shortlisting status, what to expect in the next stage, the documents needed for screening, and important updates on the CBT-based exams.

Overview of the Arise Youth Employment Initiative

The Arise Youth Employment program is one of Nigeria’s key initiatives designed to reduce youth unemployment, build entrepreneurial capacity, and provide job opportunities for thousands of young people. The scheme targets unemployed graduates, skilled and unskilled youths, and those interested in self-reliance through vocational and business development training.

Shortlisted candidates will undergo further assessments, screening, and computer-based tests (CBT) before being considered for final selection and empowerment.

Is the Arise Youth Employment Shortlist Out for 2025?

No. The Arise Youth Employment Shortlisted Candidates 2025 has not been released. However, there will be no PDF file for candidates to download.

Instead:

• Email Notification: All shortlisted applicants will receive a confirmation email informing them of their status.
• Portal Notification: Candidates should log in to the Arise Employment portal using the login details that were originally sent to their email during account creation. On their dashboard, a notification message will appear at the top right corner of the site indicating their shortlisting status.

This system ensures that only genuine applicants can verify their status directly.

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How to Check Arise Youth Employment Shortlisted Candidates 2025

Follow the steps below to confirm your shortlisting status:

1. Check your registered email inbox for a shortlisting notification.
2. Go to the official Arise Employment portal.
3. Enter your login details (sent to your email during account creation).
4. Once logged in, look at the top right corner of your dashboard for a notification message confirming if you are shortlisted.
5. If shortlisted, take note of the next steps, including exam and screening details.

Arise Youth Employment Exams (CBT)

Unlike traditional paper-based assessments, the Arise Youth Employment exams will be CBT (Computer-Based Test). Candidates will sit for their test at designated centers.

The CBT will test:

• English Language & Communication
• Quantitative Reasoning / Basic Mathematics
• General Knowledge & Current Affairs
• Entrepreneurship and Business Awareness

A full guide on “How to Prepare for the Arise Youth CBT Exams” will be published in another post to help candidates prepare effectively.

Important Note

• Make sure your profile scores beyond mere 100% to guarantee your selection for the interview? Uploaded all the requirements such as Birth Certificate/Age Declaration, FSLC, WAEC/NECO, TRCN, NYSC, etc.
• Make sure your documents clear enough to view online
• The “About You information” should also attract your employer

These and lots more will give you a better chance to be selected.

Documents Required for Screening

All shortlisted candidates must appear for the screening exercise with both original and photocopies of their credentials. Required documents include:

• Birth certificate or age declaration
• Certificate of state of origin/local government identification
• Educational certificates (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB, OND, NCE, HND, or Degree)
• Valid ID card (NIN, voter’s card, or international passport)
• Application slip/acknowledgement slip from portal
• Recent passport photographs

What to Expect at the Screening

The screening process will include:

1. Document Verification: confirming all submitted details are genuine.
2. Physical Screening – ensuring candidates are fit to participate.
3. CBT Exam: all shortlisted applicants must sit for the computer-based test.
4. Final Interview (optional): depending on your category, you may face an interview panel.

Next Steps After Screening

After the CBT and screening, successful candidates will proceed to the training and empowerment stage. This involves:

• Entrepreneurship and vocational training in areas such as ICT, agriculture, small business management, and skills acquisition.
• Deployment and empowerment packages, which may include job placements, startup support, or tools to begin self-employment.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is the Arise Youth Employment 2025 shortlist available in PDF format?

No. The shortlist is not available for public download. Only candidates who receive an email or see a notification on their dashboard are shortlisted.

2. How can I check if I am shortlisted?

Login to the Arise Employment portal with your details. A notification will appear on the top right corner of your dashboard if you are shortlisted.

3. How will I be notified if shortlisted?

You will receive an email notification and also see a message when you log in to your portal dashboard.

4. Will there be exams for shortlisted candidates?

Yes. The exams will be Computer-Based Tests (CBT) covering English, Mathematics, General Knowledge, and Entrepreneurship.

5. What happens after passing the screening and exam?

Successful candidates will move to the training, empowerment, and deployment phase.

Final Thoughts

The release of the Arise Youth Employment Shortlisted Candidates 2025 marks a huge step toward empowering Nigerian youths. If you have been shortlisted, congratulations! Be sure to:

• Check your email regularly.
• Log in to the portal for updates.
• Prepare for the CBT exams (see our next post on how to prepare).
• Gather all necessary documents for screening.

This program is a golden opportunity to secure meaningful empowerment and employment. Stay focused, disciplined, and ready to embrace the journey.