Nigeria Police Force Recruitment for Police Constables (2025/2026). The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), in collaboration with the Police Service Commission (PSC), has announced a nationwide recruitment exercise for eligible Nigerians into the rank of Police Constable.
The recruitment is being conducted in line with a directive from the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Qualified candidates who meet the stated criteria are invited to apply.
Entry Categories
Applicants may apply under either of the following categories:
Category A: General Duty Recruitment
- Police Constables
Category B: Specialist Recruitment
Medical Services
- Medical Assistants
Transport Services
- Drivers with valid driving licences
- Mechanics
- Auto-electricians
- Dispatch and escort riders
EOD–CBRN Unit
- Forensic Assistants (Robotics and Drones)
- General EOD–CBRN operatives
- Administrative, analytical, and welfare support staff
K9 Unit
- Dog handlers
Mounted Troop
- Horse riders
Marine Unit
- Deckhands
- Launch Quartermasters
- Underwater welders
- Electrical and electronic technicians
- Lathe machine operators
- Divers
- Marine engineer assistants
- Boat mechanics
Artisan Unit
- Electricians (including security door specialists)
- Plumbers
- Refrigeration and air-conditioning technicians
- Generator repairers
- Welders
Tailoring Unit
- Tailors with proven skills
Communication Unit
- Technicians
- Operators
Information Technology
- IT operators and technicians
Band Section
- Musical equipment specialists
General Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the following conditions:
- Nigerian citizen by birth
- Physically and mentally fit
- Free from financial embarrassment or indebtedness
- Of good character
- No criminal record or conviction
- Must present two character referees
- Age requirements:
- General duty applicants: 18–25 years
- Specialist applicants: not above 28 years
- Female applicants must not be pregnant at the point of entry or during training
- Must be free from physical abnormalities such as poor eyesight, flat foot, bow legs, or limb deformities
Minimum Physical Standards (General Duty Applicants):
- Height:
- Males: 1.67 metres
- Females: 1.64 metres
- Male applicants must have a minimum chest measurement of 86 cm
Academic and Professional Qualifications
General Duty Applicants
- GCE O’Level, SSCE, NECO, or equivalent
- Minimum of five credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics
- Results obtained in not more than two sittings
Specialist Applicants
- GCE O’Level, SSCE, NECO, or equivalent
- Minimum of four credit passes, including English Language and Mathematics
- Results obtained in not more than two sittings
- At least three years of relevant work experience
- Possession of relevant trade test certificates
What Successful Applicants Can Expect
- A transparent, merit-based recruitment process
- Equal opportunity for all qualified candidates
- A structured career founded on discipline, service, and national responsibility
- No payment is required at any stage of the recruitment process
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online only via the Nigeria Police Force recruitment portal:
npfapplication.psc.gov.ng
Applicants must have:
- A valid National Identification Number (NIN)
- An active email address and phone number
- Scanned copies of the following documents:
- First School Leaving Certificate
- SSCE/GCE/NECO results
- Certificate of Local Government or State of Origin
- Birth certificate
Specialist applicants must also upload relevant trade test certificates. Applicants applying as drivers are required to upload a valid driver’s licence.
Screening and Important Information
All applicants will undergo:
- Physical screening
- Medical examination
- Aptitude tests
- Background and character verification
The recruitment exercise will be strictly monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. Any attempt at bribery or request for payment should be reported, as such actions will be investigated and sanctioned.
For assistance and further information, applicants may consult the official Nigeria Police Force social media platforms, review the Frequently Asked Questions section on the portal, or contact the following helplines:
- 09060483893
- 09135006008
- 09135006009
The recruitment portal opens on 15 December 2025 and closes on 25 January 2026. Applicants are advised to apply early and ensure all information provided is accurate.
