The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has announced that the online recruitment test for candidates shortlisted into the Superintendent Cadre will hold on Thursday, October 2, 2025.
In a statement released on its official X (formerly Twitter) handle, the NCS explained that all applicants have been grouped into three batches—A, B, and C. Candidates are expected to log in with their National Identification Number (NIN) via the official portal updates.customs.gov.ng to confirm their batch, date, and test time.
The Service stressed that strict compliance with the assigned schedule is mandatory, warning that failure to sit for the test at the designated time will lead to automatic disqualification.
Rules and Instructions for Candidates
According to the NCS guidelines, candidates:
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Must not use calculators or any electronic devices during the test.
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Are prohibited from logging in multiple times or switching browser windows, as this may prevent them from signing in again.
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Should note that Inspectorate and Assistant Cadre applicants are not required to log in at this stage. Their pre-test and online test schedules will be announced later.
The announcement follows the completion of the Superintendent Cadre pre-test, which was conducted over the weekend.
Why It Matters
The NCS Superintendent Cadre recruitment 2025 is one of the most anticipated federal government recruitment exercises this year. Thousands of young Nigerians have applied, and the online test marks a critical step toward filling key positions in the Service.
The Customs Service has recently introduced a series of reforms, including plans for 48-hour cargo clearance and exemption of certain raw materials and spare parts from levies, signaling an effort to modernize operations and attract talent.