Posted on: Fri 29-08-2025

Now Open: 2025 Nigerian Air Force Direct Short Service Enlistment — Full Guidelines and Eligibility Requirements

The Nigerian Air Force invites applications for the 2025 Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Enlistment Exercise. This opportunity is open to qualified Nigerian citizens across various professional fields.

Important Notice: 
The application process is free of charge. No payment should be made at any point throughout the exercise.

Registration Period: 
Online registration begins on 27 August 2025 and closes on 7 October 2025.

General Instructions for Applicants

• Nationality: Applicants must be Nigerian citizens by birth.
• Age: Applicants must be between 20 and 32 years. Medical Doctors (consultants) may be between 25 and 40 years. Serving personnel seeking Branch Commission are not eligible.
• Serving Personnel: Must be recommended by their Commanding Officer/Commander, have served for 10 years, and attained the rank of Corporal.
• Height: Minimum height is 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
• Medical Fitness: Applicants must be medically, physically, and psychologically fit and meet NAF standards.

Local Government Area Attestation Form

This form must be signed by one of the following:

• A military officer from the applicant’s state, not below Wing Commander or equivalent.
• An officer of the rank of Assistant Commissioner and above.
• A substantive Local Government Chairman/Secretary.
• A Magistrate from the applicant’s state of origin.

The form must be accompanied by:

• Passport photograph of the signee.
• Photocopy of the signee’s Driver’s Licence, National ID Card, or International Passport.

Presentation of Original Credentials

Successful applicants must present the following during the Selection Interview:

• Two recent passport photographs stamped and countersigned.
• Original and photocopy of Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age.
• Original and photocopy of Educational/Professional Certificates.
• Original and photocopy of Indigeneship Certificate.
• Original and photocopy of Attestation to Good Character.

Additional Requirements

• Applicants must not have any criminal convictions.
• Impersonation or submission of false documents will lead to disqualification and prosecution.
• Valid email addresses and phone numbers must be provided in the application form.

Documents to Print After Application

• Acknowledgment Form
• Parent/Guardian Consent Form
• Local Government Area Attestation Form

Selection Process

• Zonal General Aptitude Test will be held on a date to be announced.
• Only successful applicants will be invited for the Selection Interview via the portal, email, or phone.

Academic/Professional Qualifications

• Minimum of Second Class Upper Division for degree holders and Upper Credit for HND holders.
• MSc/MA and computer literacy are added advantages.
• Membership of relevant professional bodies is also an advantage.
• Credit passes in English Language, Mathematics, and three other relevant subjects are required.
• NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Letter must be presented.

Medical Applicants

Must possess registration certificates with relevant statutory professional bodies.

• Medical/Dental: MBBS, MBChB, or BDS from NUC-accredited universities and a valid MDCN license.
• Therapeutics/Diagnostics/Medical Support Services:
  • Radiography: Bachelor of Radiography and RRBN license.
  • Optometry: Doctor of Optometry and ODORBN license.
  • Physiotherapy: BSc or Doctor of Physiotherapy and MRTB license.
  • Clinical Psychology: BSc or MSc and registration with NPA/NACP.
  • Biomedical Engineering: BEng or HND.

Nursing Specialties

Applicants must possess BSc or HND Nursing and a valid NMCN license in any of the following areas:

• Nephrology
• Anaesthesia
• Peri-operative
• Accident & Emergency
• Cardiothoracic
• Critical Care
• Paediatric
• Orthopaedic
• Oncology
• Nurse Educator
• Mental Health

Technical Support

For assistance, contact:

• Phone: 07052683575 or 07030562381 (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
• Email: [email protected]

Be sure to read all instructions carefully before applying.

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