CDCFIB to Release Next Phase Paramilitary Recruitment Shortlist on December 1

CDCFIB to Release Next Phase Paramilitary Recruitment Shortlist on December 1

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that the shortlist for the next phase of its ongoing 2025 paramilitary recruitment exercise will be released on December 1, 2025. This marks the beginning of the physical screening and document verification stage, which is a major requirement for candidates who passed the earlier computer-based test.

According to an official statement released on Friday, applicants are expected to check the CDCFIB recruitment portal between December 1 and December 3 to confirm their shortlisting status. The Board emphasized the importance of using only the official recruitment website to avoid misinformation and fraud.

Applicants to Check CDCFIB Recruitment Portal from December 1 to 3

The Board confirmed that only candidates who performed well in previous stages have been shortlisted on merit. All applicants are expected to visit the official portal at:

👉 https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng

From Monday, December 1 to Wednesday, December 3, shortlisted candidates must:

• Log in to their dashboard
• Check if they have been shortlisted
• Select their preferred screening venue
• Choose a convenient screening date
• Print their invitation slip (if available)

This step is mandatory because the screening centres and dates will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Agencies Under the CDCFIB Recruitment Exercise

The ongoing recruitment is for several paramilitary agencies in Nigeria. They include:

• Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
• Federal Fire Service (FFS)
• Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS)
• Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
• Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB)

These agencies are filling various positions to strengthen national security and enhance service delivery across the country.

Screening Exercise to Hold Nationwide from December 8 to 12

The physical screening and document verification exercise for all shortlisted candidates has been scheduled to hold from:

📅 December 8 to December 12, 2025

The process will take place across the 36 States of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Candidates must appear at their selected screening centres early and with all required documents.

This stage typically involves:

• Document verification
• Height and chest measurements
• Fitness assessment
• Passport photograph confirmation
• Identity validation

Applicants are advised to prepare all their credentials ahead of time to avoid delays or disqualification.

Board Warns Against Fake Messages and Unofficial Sources

The CDCFIB has issued a strong warning to all applicants to rely only on the official recruitment portal for updates. The Board made it clear that communication will not be done through email, personal messages, social media, or third-party websites.

Applicants should therefore:

• Ignore messages not originating from the portal
• Avoid paying anyone for “slot” or “special selection”
• Be cautious of recruitment scams circulating on social media

This advisory is aimed at ensuring transparency and protecting applicants from fraud.

Board Congratulates Successful Applicants

The Board congratulated all candidates who have successfully reached the next stage. It also assured the public that the shortlisting process followed the Federal Character principle and the manpower needs of each paramilitary service.

This means candidates were selected based strictly on merit, fairness, and national representation.

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Conclusion

The release of the next phase of the CDCFIB recruitment shortlist marks a major milestone in the 2025 paramilitary recruitment exercise. Candidates who applied for positions under the NSCDC, NIS, FFS, NCoS, or CDCFIB should check the portal from December 1 to December 3 and prepare adequately for the nationwide screening scheduled for December 8 to 12, 2025.

Staying updated through the official CDCFIB recruitment portal is the safest and most reliable way to follow the process. Applicants are encouraged to get their documents ready, remain vigilant against fake updates, and strictly follow the Board’s instructions for a smooth screening experience.