The CDCFIB recruitment 2026 exercise has entered its final stage, with shortlisted applicants for the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigerian Correctional Service and Federal Fire Service scheduled to proceed to oral interviews.
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) said applicants must check their shortlisting status through the official recruitment portal according to their qualification category.
CDCFIB Recruitment 2026 Oral Interview Update
The latest development concerns applicants who participated in the physical and medical screening stages of the 2024/2025 paramilitary recruitment exercise.
The Board has completed the assessment and shortlisting process for the oral interview stage.
Four federal paramilitary services are covered by the exercise:
- Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)
- Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)
- Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS)
- Federal Fire Service (FFS)
Applicants who have been shortlisted will need to confirm their status and obtain details of their oral interview.
When to Check CDCFIB Shortlist
The Board has provided separate dates based on applicants’ qualification categories.
Graduate Category
Applicants who applied under the Graduate Category should check their status from Monday, August 31 to Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
NCE, OND and SSCE Categories
Applicants who applied with NCE, OND or SSCE qualifications should check their status from Monday, September 7 to Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
Candidates should use the correct checking period for their qualification category.
How to Check CDCFIB Oral Interview Shortlist
Applicants should use the official CDCFIB recruitment portal to check their shortlisting status.
The official portal is:
Candidates should follow the instructions displayed on the portal and confirm whether they have been shortlisted for the oral interview.
The Board has also clarified that it does not send recruitment notifications by email. Applicants should therefore rely on the official portal and recognised CDCFIB communication channels for updates.
What Shortlisted Candidates Should Do
Applicants who are shortlisted for the oral interview are required to complete several steps.
They should:
- Select an interview venue closest to them.
- Select an available interview date.
- Select an interview time.
- Print their invitation letter.
- Follow the dress code stated in the invitation letter.
- Report to the selected venue as instructed.
Only applicants who are officially shortlisted for the final exercise will be granted access to the interview venues.
Is CDCFIB Recruitment Free?
Yes. The CDCFIB has reiterated that the recruitment exercise is free of charge.
Applicants should not pay anyone for shortlisting, interview invitations or employment. The Board warned candidates to disregard individuals or groups demanding money in exchange for employment.
Anyone requesting payment should be reported to the appropriate security authority.
Is This a New CDCFIB Recruitment Application?
No. The latest announcement does not represent a new application portal opening.
It concerns the 2024/2025 CDCFIB recruitment exercise, which has progressed through the CBT, physical screening and medical screening stages.
The current update concerns the final oral interview stage for candidates who have been shortlisted.
TASKTONIC Tip
Do not pay anyone claiming they can secure your place on the CDCFIB shortlist. Check your status directly through the official portal and print your invitation letter if you are shortlisted.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will CDCFIB graduate applicants check their shortlist?
Graduate-category applicants should check their status from August 31 to September 2, 2026.
When will NCE, OND and SSCE applicants check?
NCE, OND and SSCE applicants should check from September 7 to September 9, 2026.
Which agencies are covered by the CDCFIB recruitment?
The exercise covers NSCDC, NIS, NCoS and the Federal Fire Service.
Will CDCFIB send an email to shortlisted candidates?
No. The Board stated that recruitment communications should be obtained through the official portal rather than email.
Is the CDCFIB recruitment process free?
Yes. The Board says the entire recruitment process is free of charge.
Conclusion
The CDCFIB recruitment 2026 exercise has reached the oral interview stage for shortlisted applicants. Candidates should check their status during the appropriate period, select their interview details and print their invitation letters.
Applicants should also rely only on official CDCFIB information and avoid anyone demanding payment for employment.
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