Nigeria Police Force Recruitment (2025/2026) Application Form Portal

If you’ve always aspired to join the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) and are looking for guidance on how to apply, you’re in the right place. Below is a simple and comprehensive guide to help you through the application process.

About the Nigeria Police Force (NPF)

The Nigeria Police Force is tasked with:

• Preventing and apprehending criminals
• Maintaining public order and safety
• Safeguarding lives and property
• Enforcing laws and regulations

In certain situations, the NPF may also undertake duties similar to military operations, both within and outside Nigeria, as mandated by law.

Is the NPF 2025 Recruitment Form Out?

No, the 2025 recruitment process has not yet begun. The most recent recruitment exercise ran from October 15 to November 26, 2023, with medical screenings held on April 16, 2024, for successful applicants.

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the Nigeria Police Force recruitment, applicants must meet the following criteria:

1. Nigerian Citizenship: Must possess a valid form of identification, such as a national ID card, driver’s license, international passport, or voter’s card.
2. Age Limit: Must be between 18 and 28 years old.
3. Height Requirements: Male applicants must be at least 1.67 meters tall, while female applicants must be at least 1.64 meters.
4. Chest Measurement (for males): Minimum of 0.86 meters.
5. Educational Qualification: Must have a minimum of five credits in O’ Level exams (WASSCE, GCE, NECO, or NABTEB), including English Language and Mathematics. Only results obtained from 2014 onward are accepted.
6. Guarantor’s Form: Applicants must complete a guarantor’s form with verifiable references.
7. Medical and Physical Fitness: Candidates with any of the following conditions are not eligible:
   • Speech impairments
   • Knock knees
   • Flat feet
   • Tattoos
   • Pregnancy
   • Deformed hands
   • Bodily scars
   • Vision defects
   • Amputations
   • Severely malformed teeth
   • Protruding navel

Application Steps

1. Access the Portal: Visit the official recruitment website at apply.policerecruitment.gov.ng
2. Provide Your Details: Enter your National Identification Number (NIN), email address, and phone number.
3. Verify Your Information: Click the “Verify” button to continue.
4. Complete the Application: Follow the instructions to fill in and submit your application. Ensure all details are accurate.
5. Monitor Updates: Regularly check the official NPF channels for updates and further instructions.