PSC Police Open Portal For Recruitment of 5000 Constables

The Police Service Commission (PSC), working in partnership with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has officially launched the online application portal for the highly anticipated recruitment of Fifty Thousand (50,000) Police Constables into the nation’s police service. This major recruitment drive stems from a directive issued by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu aimed at significantly reinforcing internal security, expanding policing capacity, and strengthening community policing across Nigeria.Businessday NG+1

In a statement released by Torty Njoku Kalu, Head of Protocol and Public Affairs for the PSC, the Commission confirmed that the portal was activated on Monday, December 15, 2025, and will remain open until Sunday, January 25, 2026. Interested applicants are urged to submit their applications only through the official recruitment portal at www.npfapplication.psc.gov.ng, ensuring full compliance with the process guidelines.Businessday NG

Free, Transparent, And Merit-Driven Process

The Commission reiterated that the entire recruitment exercise is completely free of charge and that no payment should be made at any stage of the process. The PSC cautioned applicants to be vigilant against fraudulent individuals or unofficial websites claiming to facilitate applications, underscoring that any such solicitations are illegitimate.Businessday NG

According to the PSC, the recruitment exercise is designed to be transparent, credible, and merit-based, with strict verification of eligibility criteria across all stages. Detailed instructions, requirements, and updates will be published on the official portal as well as the social media platforms of both the Commission and the Nigeria Police Force to ensure ease of access to information for all applicants nationwide.Businessday NG

Eligibility Criteria And Requirements

The recruitment drive is open to eligible Nigerian citizens by birth, and applicants must meet a range of required conditions to qualify for consideration:

• General Duty Cadre:
  Applicants must be between 18 and 25 years of age and possess a minimum of five (5) credits in WAEC, NECO, SSCE, GCE or equivalent certificates, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in no more than two sittings. There is also a height requirement of 1.67 metres for males and 1.64 metres for females for this category.Businessday NG

• Specialists Cadre:
  Candidates seeking positions in specialist roles must have at least four (4) credits including English and Mathematics, plus three or more years’ relevant work experience and Trade Test certificates in their respective fields. Age limits for this category range from 18 to 28 years.Businessday NG

In addition to academic qualifications and age requirements, all applicants must also be medically, physically, and psychologically fit, free from criminal convictions, and not under any form of financial embarrassment. The complete list of criteria and application steps are available on the official recruitment portal.Businessday NG

A Strategic Move To Bolster National Security

This recruitment initiative is part of a broader strategy by the Federal Government to respond to rising insecurity challenges in various parts of the country by significantly boosting police manpower and enhancing national security operations. By expanding the workforce of the Nigeria Police Force, the PSC and NPF aim to improve responsiveness to security threats, foster community engagement, and promote stability throughout the federation.allAfrica.com

The PSC has encouraged qualified and patriotic Nigerians to seize this opportunity to contribute meaningfully to national security and uphold public safety in communities across the country. Prospective applicants are reminded to apply within the stated timeframe and to use only the official recruitment portal to avoid scams.