NSCDC Shortlisted Candidates 2025 | Download Full PDF & Next Steps – If you applied for the NSCDC (Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps) recruitment exercise in 2025, there’s good news: the NSCDC shortlisted candidates list for the screening exercise has now been released. This post will help you check your status, download the official PDF, and get ready for the next phase.
What You Need to Know
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NSCDC Shortlist 2025 refers to the list of applicants who have passed the initial screening and are eligible for physical verification, documentation, and other screening stages.
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The list is made available by the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDFIPB) via the official NSCDC recruitment portal.
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The screening exercise (physical verification, documentation, medical/fitness test) usually follows immediately after the shortlist is published. Candidates are expected to present certain documents and comply with specific requirements.
✅ How to Check NSCDC Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026
Here are the steps to confirm if you’ve been shortlisted:
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Visit the Official Portal
Go to CDFIPB’s portal used for NSCDC recruitment (oftencdfipb.careersorrecruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng). -
Locate the Shortlist Section
Look for a link like “NSCDC Shortlisted Candidates 2025”, “Final Shortlist PDF”, or “Shortlisted Names for Screening/Verification”. -
Download the PDF
The shortlisted names are published as a PDF file. Download this file to your device. -
Find Your Name or Application Number
Use the PDF’s search function (Ctrl+F / Cmd+F) to locate your name, application ID, or state of origin. Double-check spelling and your registration details. -
Print or Save Your Slip / Confirmation
If the portal offers a confirmation or screening slip, print it out, as you’ll likely need it at the screening/verification stage. NJPS+1
What to Do Next After NSCDC Shortlist
Once you find your name among the shortlisted candidates, here are the next steps:
| Step | What to Prepare |
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| Screening Date & Venue | These will be published—often announced via SMS, email, or the portal. Be sure to check regularly. |
| Documents for Verification | Bring original and photocopies of your credentials (WAEC/NECO, degree/OND as applicable), your National ID / NIN slip, birth certificate or age declaration, passport photos, etc. |
| Physical / Medical Fitness | Depending on the role you applied for, there may be requirements for physical measurement, health checks, and fitness tests. |
| Interview / Aptitude Test | Some candidates may also be required to sit an aptitude or written examination. Prepare accordingly with past questions and study. |
Beware of Scams & Misinformation
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The NSCDC/CDFIPB recruitment process is entirely free. If anyone asks for payment in exchange for being shortlisted, it’s a scam.
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Always use official channels (e.g.
cdfipb.careers,cdcfib.gov.ng, ornscdc.gov.ng) for downloads and status checks. Avoid unauthorised WhatsApp, social media messages, or third-party sites.
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