The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), through the Police Service Commission (PSC), has reminded Nigerians that the ongoing recruitment portal for 50,000 constable positions remains active until February 8, 2026.
The extension follows an initial closing date of January 25/26 and was granted due to lower application numbers in key states like Lagos and Ogun, despite over 400,000 submissions already received.
Recruitment Overview and Extension Details
Launched in mid-December 2025, the exercise targets General Duty constables to enhance operational capacity across the country. The PSC and NPF emphasized transparency, gender inclusivity, and adherence to federal character principles during stakeholder engagements.
The official portal saw high traffic early on, but the extension provides a final window for eligible candidates, particularly in underrepresented regions.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nigerian citizen by birth
- Aged 18–25 years at time of application
- Minimum of 5 credits (including English and Mathematics) in WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB
- Height requirements: Males ≥1.67m; Females ≥1.64m (males expanded chest ≥86cm)
- Physically and mentally fit, of good character, free from financial embarrassment
- Valid National Identification Number (NIN) mandatory
- Note: Applications are free; any request for payment is a scam—report immediately
Married women are generally ineligible unless otherwise specified.
How to Apply
- Visit the official portal: https://npfapplication.psc.gov.ng/
- Obtain/verify your NIN from NIMC
- Complete bio-data, fill the form, upload required documents (passport photo, O’Level results, birth certificate, certificate of origin, NIN slip)
- Review and submit—print the acknowledgement slip upon successful submission
- Monitor your dashboard for updates on shortlisting, screening, CBT (if applicable), and medicals
