CDCFIB Recruitment: Full Breakdown of Applications by State (2026 Update)
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially confirmed that the Computer-Based Test (CBT) examination phase is now closed. With over 1.9 million applications received across the 36 states and the FCT, the board has moved into the next stages of the recruitment process.
This update provides a complete breakdown of applications by state, the total number of candidates who applied, and the official portal for ongoing recruitment activities.
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Current Stage of the Recruitment
According to CDCFIB, the recruitment process has already passed through the following stages:
1. Application Phase
Candidates from all parts of Nigeria successfully submitted applications through the official portal.
2. Shortlisting Phase
Eligible applicants were shortlisted based on requirements released by the board.
3. CBT Exam Phase (Now Closed)
The Computer-Based Test screening has officially ended, and the board is currently finalizing reports and preparing for the next steps.
The next stage will include physical screening and document verification, which will be announced officially on the portal.
CDCFIB Recruitment Application Breakdown by State
Below is the complete list of the number of applicants from each state, ranked from highest to lowest:
- Kogi – 116,378 applicants
- Kaduna – 114,707 applicants
- Benue – 110,776 applicants
- Kano – 89,501 applicants
- Niger – 79,616 applicants
- Kwara – 78,510 applicants
- Katsina – 77,008 applicants
- Nasarawa – 76,760 applicants
- Adamawa – 68,468 applicants
- Oyo – 67,305 applicants
- Plateau – 63,548 applicants
- Osun – 62,447 applicants
- Borno – 57,013 applicants
- Ondo – 54,016 applicants
- Akwa Ibom – 52,592 applicants
- Bauchi – 52,226 applicants
- Imo – 48,344 applicants
- Taraba – 45,250 applicants
- Gombe – 45,116 applicants
- Jigawa – 44,505 applicants
- Ogun – 42,093 applicants
- Enugu – 41,333 applicants
- Yobe – 38,226 applicants
- Kebbi – 34,651 applicants
- Edo – 33,610 applicants
- Anambra – 32,963 applicants
- Ekiti – 32,736 applicants
- Cross River – 32,264 applicants
- Abia – 31,743 applicants
- Sokoto – 31,164 applicants
- FCT – 30,347 applicants
- Zamfara – 29,320 applicants
- Delta – 28,016 applicants
- Ebonyi – 23,633 applicants
- Rivers – 22,244 applicants
- Lagos – 14,227 applicants
- Bayelsa – 11,693 applicants
Total Applications Received:
1,914,349 candidates
This data reflects massive interest from across the country, with Kogi, Kaduna, and Benue topping the list.
Official Recruitment Portal
All candidates are advised to follow only the official CDCFIB portal for updates:
🔗 Official Website: https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
📩 Email: info@cdcfib.gov.ng
📍 Office: Abuja, Nigeria
The board also warns applicants to avoid fake links, unofficial websites, or social media pages claiming to issue results or screening invitations.
What Happens Next?
The next confirmed stage is:
🔍 Physical Screening & Document Verification
Candidates should regularly check the portal for:
- Screening dates
- Required documents
- Venue details
- Additional shortlisting information
Only updates released through the official portal should be trusted.
CDCFIB Requirements for Physical Screening & Document Verification
All applicants invited for physical screening and document verification must attend with the ORIGINAL documents listed below. Where applicable, please also bring clear photocopies.
| Required Document | Details / Acceptable Examples |
|---|---|
| Recent passport photograph | Passport-size photo with a plain white background |
| Educational certificates | SSCE, ND, NCE, HND, Bachelor’s degree, etc. |
| Birth certificate / Age declaration | Birth certificate or declaration of age issued by NPC, Court, or recognized government hospital |
| Letter of indigeneity | State of origin certificate |
| Medical fitness report | Issued by a government hospital |
| National Identity Number (NIN) | Provide NIN slip or valid NIN documentation |
| Bank Verification Number (BVN) | Provide BVN slip or bank confirmation |
| Acknowledgement slip | Receipt/acknowledgement from the recruitment portal |
| Letter of good conduct | Issued by the area head or district authority |
| Guarantor’s form | Completed guarantor information form (as required by CDCFIB) |
| Examination slip | Original examination/test slip provided during registration |
Important: Ensure all original documents are valid and legible. Bring photocopies of each document for submission. Failure to present the required documents may disqualify you from further screening.
CDCFIB Shortlisted Candidates 2026 – Check Your Application Status for NSCDC, NIS, FFS, and NCoS Recruitment
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially announced the release of the 2025 shortlisted candidates for the ongoing recruitment exercise. This update applies to applicants who applied for positions in the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).
According to the announcement, shortlisted candidates can now check their application status starting from Thursday, 30th October 2025, through the CDCFIB’s official recruitment portal.
Official CDCFIB Recruitment Portal
To confirm whether you have been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment exercise, visit: ➡️ https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
Candidates are advised to log in using their registered email address and application ID to access the shortlist status and see if they are qualified to proceed to the Computer-Based Test (CBT) stage.
Next Stage of the CDCFIB Recruitment Process
All shortlisted candidates are required to:
- Take note of the venue, date, and time scheduled for their CBT examination.
- Print out their acknowledgment slips and any necessary documents as will be required during screening.
- Ensure they arrive at their designated exam centres on time and comply with all instructions.
The CBT test will cover basic aptitude, current affairs, and relevant field questions depending on the agency applied for.
Important Notice to All Applicants
The CDCFIB emphasized that applicants should disregard any unofficial messages or calls requesting payment for inclusion in the shortlist or faster processing. The recruitment process is completely free and merit-based.
Applicants are strongly warned to verify all information only through the official CDCFIB website and avoid fraudulent portals or social media pages impersonating government agencies.
Official Statement from the Board
In the official press release signed by Maj. Gen. (Rtd.) AM Jibril, Secretary to the Board, the CDCFIB stated:
“Candidates who applied for recruitment into NCoS, NIS, FFS, and NSCDC are to visit our official recruitment portal from Thursday, 30th October 2025, to check if they have been shortlisted for the next stage of the exercise as well as centres for the Computer-Based Test (CBT).”
“Applicants are further advised to take note of the Board’s official portal address highlighted above to avoid being scammed.”
Agencies Under CDCFIB
The recruitment exercise covers the following agencies:
1. Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS)
2. Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
3. Federal Fire Service (FFS)
4. Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
Each agency will conduct its screening and CBT stages separately but under the overall supervision of the CDCFIB.
What to Do If You are Shortlisted
If your name appears on the shortlist:
- Print your CBT invitation slip immediately.
- Prepare the necessary documents (birth certificate, ID card, credentials, etc.).
- Get ready for computer-based testing (CBT) at your assigned centre.
Stay tuned to the official CDCFIB portal and verified media channels for further instructions.
If your name is not yet on the list, keep checking regularly, more batches may be released before the final screening phase.
Summary
Applications from highest to lowest. TOTAL Applications: 1,914,349
- Shortlist Release Date Thursday, 30th October 2025
- Next Stage Computer-Based Test (CBT)
- Official Portal https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
Final Note
The CDCFIB recruitment 2026 shortlist marks a significant milestone for thousands of Nigerian applicants eager to serve their nation in uniform. All shortlisted candidates are urged to stay alert, follow official updates, and prepare adequately for the upcoming CBT exams.
Avoid any third-party influence, and remember recruitment into Nigeria’s security and correctional agencies is strictly free and transparent.
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