By The Metro 
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire & Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has released its recruitment guide for the 2024/2025 recruitment exercise, including official procedures, timelines and requirements for applicants.
TIMELINE
• Portal Opens: 15-20 June 2026
• Physical Examination Starts: 22 June 2026
• Official Portal: https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng/
• Notice: Use the official URL only – the process is FREE
STEP-BY-STEP PROCESS
01 | PORTAL ACCESS
Visit the Recruitment Portal
• Timeline: 15-20 June 2026
• Enter your Application Number to verify your status.
• Use the application number from initial registration.
• Access only through the official portal URL.
02 | SHORTLISTING
Shortlist Verification
• Timeline: Portal Period
• The system verifies your application number automatically.
• Shortlisted candidates proceed to the upload portal.
• Non-shortlisted candidates stop at this stage.
• Note: Do not share your application number with third parties.
03 | DOCUMENT UPLOAD & SCHEDULING
Upload Documents and Select Physical Exam Date
• Timeline: 15-20 June 2026
• Upload all required supporting documents as specified.
• Select your preferred date and closest venue.
• Confirm submission before the portal closes.
• Note: Venue slots are limited – select a centre quickly.
04 | EXAMINATION SLIP
Download and Print Your Slip
• Timeline: Immediately After Submission
• Download the generated slip immediately after submission.
• Print at least two copies for safekeeping.
• Check your name, date, venue and candidate number.
• Note: This slip is your entry pass: safeguard it.
05 | PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
Attend Physical Examination
• Timeline: Commencing 22 June 2026
• Bring only your printed Slip.
• Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled time.
• Dress appropriately for physical fitness assessment.
• Note: Late arrivals may be denied entry.
06 | PHASE 1 RESULTS
Check Phase 1 Results and Proceed
• Timeline: Announcement — To be announced
• Results will be published on the official portal.
• Successful candidates proceed to Phase 2: Fitness and Oral Examinations.
• Follow official CDCFIB channels only.
• Note: Monitor official channels for Phase 1 results announcement.
IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL CANDIDATES
• Access the portal only through https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng/.
• Select a venue within your area – slots are limited and non-transferable.
• Only your printed slip is required at the examination venue.
• Beware of fraudulent agents claiming to assist with shortlisting.
• Do not pay fees to any individual or agent – the process is FREE.
• Monitor official CDCFIB channels for results and announcements.
