Please note
Belmadeng is an independent study platform — we are not a recruiter and are not affiliated with any government agency, force or board. Genuine government recruitment is FREE at every stage: never pay anyone to apply, be shortlisted, or be enlisted, and no agent can “guarantee” you a slot. Apply only through official portals, and only when a cycle is officially open — windows open periodically and old links circulate. Portals, dates and requirements change — always confirm on the official channel.
Who runs it
Nigeria Police Force (NPF) recruitment is run by the Police Service Commission (PSC) together with the NPF. Recruitment (often for the Constable cadre, sometimes in very large intakes) opens in periodic cycles.
The official portal
Apply online at the official portal — commonly cited as policerecruitment.gov.ng (and the PSC portal). Confirm the current official URL in the PSC/NPF announcement, and ignore look-alikes.
Eligibility
- Nigerian citizen by birth, valid means of ID and NIN.
- Age typically ~18–28 (confirm the current band).
- Five O'Level credits including English & Maths (≤2 sittings).
- Minimum height (about 1.67m men / 1.64m women), chest measurement for men.
- Medically/physically/psychologically fit, good character, no criminal record, not bankrupt; female applicants not pregnant.
How to apply
- Register on the portal, verify via email.
- Complete the form; upload passport photo and certificates.
- Review, submit, and print your slip.
The stages
Online application → shortlist → CBT examination → physical and medical screening → training. Shortlisted names are published via PSC/NPF official channels.
Free — beware scams
The IGP and PSC stress that recruitment is completely free. Never pay for a form or "assistance" — see avoiding scams.
Tips
- Confirm the current portal & dates.
- Meet the height & O'Level bars.
- Never pay — it's free.
Joining the Nigeria Police Force
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is the country's principal law-enforcement agency, recruiting large numbers across the country in periodic exercises. Unlike the paramilitary services, police recruitment is NOT run through CDCFIB — it's handled by the Police Service Commission (PSC) in conjunction with the NPF, through the official police recruitment portal. Entry routes include the Constable (general duty) cadre and, separately, Cadet routes for higher-qualified candidates.
How to apply (PSC/NPF portal)
Apply only on the official police recruitment portal (run by the PSC/NPF) when a cycle is open — confirm the current address from official channels, not a forwarded link. Complete the form accurately with your NIN and documents, apply once, and watch the portal for shortlist and screening notices. As with all government recruitment, it is free — no one can sell you a police slot, and anyone charging you is running a scam.
Eligibility and stages
Requirements broadly mirror other security agencies: Nigerian by birth, the relevant age band, the educational qualification for the cadre (SSCE/O'Level for Constable; higher for Cadet routes), height and medical-fitness standards, and good character with no criminal record. The process typically runs application → shortlist → aptitude/CBT → physical screening → medical → training at a police college. Prepare your test and documents early, and read the specific advert for exact figures.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for Nigeria Police recruitment?
Online via the official PSC/NPF portal (commonly policerecruitment.gov.ng) when a cycle is open — register, complete the form, upload your photo and certificates, submit and print your slip.
Who runs Nigeria Police recruitment?
The Police Service Commission (PSC) together with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).
What are the requirements for police recruitment?
Nigerian citizenship, a valid ID and NIN, age around 18–28, five O'Level credits including English and Maths, minimum height (about 1.67m men/1.64m women), medical/physical fitness, and a clean record.
What is the police recruitment process?
Online application, shortlisting, a CBT examination, physical and medical screening, then training; shortlisted names are published on PSC/NPF official channels.
Is Nigeria Police recruitment free?
Yes — the IGP and PSC stress it's completely free; never pay for a form or 'assistance'.
How do I apply for Nigeria Police recruitment?
On the official police recruitment portal run by the Police Service Commission (PSC) with the NPF — not through CDCFIB. Apply once, accurately, with your NIN and documents when a cycle is open, and watch the portal for shortlist and screening notices. It's free.
Is police recruitment done through CDCFIB?
No. Police recruitment is handled by the Police Service Commission (PSC) in conjunction with the Nigeria Police Force, through the official police recruitment portal — separate from the CDCFIB paramilitary process.
What are the entry routes into the Police?
Mainly the Constable (general duty) cadre for O'Level holders, and separately Cadet routes for higher-qualified candidates (e.g. graduates). Each has its own educational and age requirements — check the current advert.
Who is eligible for police recruitment?
Nigerians by birth meeting the age band, the educational qualification for the cadre (SSCE for Constable; higher for Cadet), height and medical-fitness standards, and good character with no criminal record.
What are the stages of police recruitment?
Typically application, shortlisting, an aptitude/CBT test, physical screening, medical examination, and then training at a police college. Prepare your test and documents early.