Nigeria Police Force 2026 Recruitment

Nigeria Police Force (NPF) is to open the application form to begin recruitment exercise for 2025/2026, Nigeria Police Force has officially has given the minimum number of applications forms about thirty thousand (30,000), so also the President Bola Ahmad Tinubu (GCFR) has officially ordered the adding of minimum number of applicants forms for twenty thousand (20,000) making it the sum total of fifty thousand (50,000) applicants forms to be approved for 2026 Nigeria Police Recruitment.

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF)

The remaining national central law enforcement agency, are working in to play a pivotal role of securing lives and properties of peoples and securing or protecting the rule of national law and order across all states local levels of the Nation and their communities(peoples) and maintaining law and order. With many officers working in different organization or parastatals, Nigeria Police Force frequently begins its doors to enthusiastic Nigeria interested to make a difference to be clear.

Approaching the 2026 Nigeria Police Recruitment presents many opportunities for eligible or qualified candidates to apply the ranks either you are constable on general duty or as special in the main professional key areas.

Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Power

Remaining the nations central law enforcement agency, and working to play a vital role of protecting lives of peoples and their properties, and safe protecting or securing the rule of law across all states of Nigeria and their communities and handling law and order. With many officers serving in different capacities, Nigeria Police Force frequently opens its doors to enthusiastic Nigeria interested to make a difference.

The upcoming 2026 Nigeria Police force Recruitment presents another opportunity for qualified candidates to join the ranks eitherther you are constable on general duty or as specialists in the main key professional areas.

The main objectives of the Nigeria Police Force is to make sure that security and safety of all it’s citizens, fight against crime, and handle the rule of law in a professional people good manner, they work to create a secure environment conducive to economic development and provide a professional, service drive police force that is compliant with the law and abide by fundamental rights are maintained.

Recruitment Format

At this moment the official 2025/2026 Nigeria Police Force Recruitment form was not been yet released, when it is available, the announcement will send through:

Reliable national newspaper and trusted online platforms.
The official platforms NPF websites: www.npf.gov.ng and apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng.
Verified or confirmed Nigeria Police Force social media channels on Facebook and Twitter.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: The recruitment exercise application is free of charge. The Nigeria Police Force does not sell forms, no does it approved any personnel to receive fund for an “active track.” Be should be very vigilante to deceptive platforms or agent.

Requirements for the candidates

For an applicant to be giving consideration for recruitment exercise, candidates are expected to fulfill the following requirements or standard criteria as mentioned below:

Citizenship: Candidates must be a Nigerian citizen or indigene by birth, with valid or legit identification (NIN slip, birth certificate, or national ID).
Age: Candidates should make sure for constable roles, candidates should be between 18 and 25 years.
Education: Minimum of five credits in SSCE/NECO/GCE/NABTEB, this comprises English Language and Mathematics. Higher qualifications (OND, NCE, HND, or B.Sc.).

Physical and Mental Fitness: Applicants must be in good health condition, free from any physical impairment and mental disability that could hinder performance.
Good Character: Candidates should not have a criminal record or bad history of misconduct.
Height:
Males – minimum 1.68m.
Females – minimum 1.65m.
Chest measurement 35 – 37 inches ( expandible

How to Apply for NPF

When the recruitment exercise officially application opens, applicants should follow the following procedures as shown below:

Visit the Official Portal:
- Log in to apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng then click on the recruitment link.
Create an Account:
- Use a valid email address and phone number, then verify your account via email.
Fill the Online Form:
- Supply or provide an accurate personal information, contact details, and educational qualifications.
Upload Required Documents:
- This comprises (academic credentials) certificates, birth certificate, recent passport photograph, and a valid ID.

Cross-check Before Submission:
- Review all entries for accuracy. Assure that uploaded documents are clear, active and legible.
Submit and Print:
- the application form and print your acknowledgment slip, which will be required in further stages.

Application process for Nigeria Police

Candidates who have the minimum requirements will proceed through the following steps as shown below:

Shortlisting: Applicants are to select under the qualification and application accuracy.
Document Review: The original documents and certificates are checked at stipulated centers.
Aptitude Test: A CBT or written Examination evaluating or sampling literacy, numeracy, and general knowledge.
Physical Screening: The measurements of height and chest (for males) to review qualification.
Fitness Test: Evaluation of strength, ability, and stamina for physically demanding roles.
Medical Examination: Comprehensive medical checks to make sure physical and psychological fitness.
Final Interview: A board evaluation of discipline, communication contact skills, and readiness for service.
Training: Successful candidates will be sent to Police Colleges and training centers for professional
instruction before deployment

For what Reason to join NPF

Competitive salaries and stipends.
Hope or opportunity to serve your community and nation at large
As organized career access with opportunities for tranquility and specialization.
Entry or path to professional training in law enforcement, community service, and security personnel.

How ever

The 2025/2026 Nigeria Police recruitment is a valuable chance or opportunity for young Nigerians to build a career in law enforcement while contributing to the security and stability of the nation. To minimize your opportunities, to make sure you prepare completely, stay physically and mentally fit, and monitor only official platforms for updates.

The most importance thing should keep in mind or remember that the recruitment exercise is merit-based and free. Escape or avoid scams, be honest in your application, and you could soon be among those proudly wearing the uniform of the Nigeria Police Force (NPF).

NOTE:

This procedure or requirement guide is for informational, instructional purposes only and is not an official Nigeria Police Force journal or magazine. For verified information, always depends on:

apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng
www.npf.gov.ng
Reliable media updates or outlets and official Nigeria Police Force social information systems.

FAQS:

Q1. When is Police form will be released for 2025?

The application form currently now is not ready, but as from now we expect it to be out any moment, then stay alert.

Q2. When is the NPF application deadline?

The application deadline currently is not specified.