Nigeria Customs proclaims on-line CBT schedule for recruitment train nationwide 

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has launched an replace on its ongoing recruitment train, confirming that shortlisted candidates will sit for a nationwide Laptop-Primarily based Check (CBT) between September 14 and 21, 2025.

In an announcement signed by the Assistant Comptroller of Customs and Nationwide Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Maiwada, PhD, mnipr, mniia, the Service assured Nigerians that the method stays clear, merit-driven, and freed from corruption.

“Candidates shortlisted for the CBT are required to undertake the take a look at at any location of their selection, supplied there’s dependable web entry. The train should, nevertheless, be carried out utilizing a laptop computer or desktop laptop geared up with a webcam and a full-screen show, as the applying just isn’t cell phone-enabled. A facial verification course of shall be carried out throughout login; subsequently, candidates are suggested to take care of a neat look to keep away from difficulties with recognition,” they said 

The recruitment train acquired 573,523 functions within the first part. After doc verification, 286,697 candidates have been shortlisted for the CBT stage.

Laptop-Primarily based Check particulars 

The NCS warned candidates about system sensitivity and doable disqualification if directions are usually not adopted strictly.

“The CBT utility is delicate to noise and physique motion. Accordingly, candidates should stay totally centered all through the take a look at’s length, as extreme motion, whispering, or background distractions could end in automated logout by the system. In the identical vein, candidates are suggested to keep away from switching between home windows through the take a look at, as such actions shall be flagged as malpractice and will result in disqualification.” 

To assist candidates put together, the Service has additionally launched a compulsory pre-test session scheduled two days earlier than the precise CBT.

“Two separate hyperlinks shall be despatched to all shortlisted candidates, one for the pre-test and one other for the precise examination,” it added. 

• Candidates making use of for the Superintendent Cadre (Degree 8) have been knowledgeable that they are going to bear a further CBT within the subsequent recruitment part. This requirement doesn’t apply to these within the Inspectorate and Customs Assistant cadres.

The Nigeria Customs Service stated the recruitment train is strictly merit-based and clear. It suggested candidates to comply with official tips and rely solely on verified channels for updates, warning that it’s going to not demand funds or conduct actions on social media.

What it is best to know 

• The Nigeria Customs Service’s present recruitment drive is the fruits of years-long efforts to modernize its workforce, restore public belief, and leverage expertise for clear hiring.
• The method formally kicked off on December 27, 2024, after the company secured approval to fill 3,927 vacancies throughout numerous cadres, together with Superintendent, Inspector, and Customs Assistant, with the recruitment accessible by way of the official portal, a transfer designed to keep at bay scammers
• To remain clear and get rid of bias, the NCS has deployed an info expertise technique for shortlisting and choice, guaranteeing that eligibility standards like age and educational {qualifications} are strictly enforced by the pc system.