The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has officially ended its 2024/2025 recruitment exercise. The recruitment ended on 2nd January 2025. Qualified Nigerians are invited to apply for vacant positions across three categories: Customs Superintendent, Customs Inspector, and Customs Assistant cadres. A total of 3,927 officers will be recruited to strengthen the service’s workforce in the coming fiscal year.
All those who are both qualified and skilled are encouraged to apply for this recruitment exercise. The registration will take place on NCS portal recruitment.customs.gov.ng. However, candidates should follow these guidelines carefully so that they can submit a successful application. This recruitment is free for every Nigerian citizen.
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The Nigeria Customs has ended recruitment as of 2nd January 2025. You will be updated once the next recruitment batch begins, which comes up soon.
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Is Nigeria Customs Service Form Out?
The Nigerian Customs Service recruitment ended in 2nd January 2025. The NCS portal www.recruitment.customs.gov.ng is currently closed, but will soon be reopened for the next batch. So, check this page regularly for updates.
The Agency’s Secretary announced that the available positions include Customs Superintendent Cadre (General Duty and Support Staff/Professionals), Customs Inspector Cadre (General Duty and Support Staff/Professionals), and Customs Assistant Cadre (General Duty and Support Staff/Professionals).
If you have the academic and professional qualifications, all you have to do is head to www.recruitment.customs.gov.ng and register with your correct information.
Nigeria Customs Service Recruitment Requirements 2025
To be eligible for any of the positions, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Must be Nigerian by birth and present a valid state or local government of origin certificate.
- Completion of primary school and possession of a First School Leaving Certificate is mandatory.
- Applicants under this category must hold a Bachelor’s Degree, HND, or equivalent from a recognised university or polytechnic.
- Candidates must provide their NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate.
- Candidates applying for this category must possess an OND, NCE, or equivalent qualification from a recognised polytechnic or institution.
- Applicants must hold a Secondary School Certificate with at least five credits, including English and Mathematics.
- Trade Test Certificates or Federal Ministry of Labour and Productivity-approved proficiency certificates are also acceptable where applicable.
- Male applicants must be at least 1.7 metres tall, while females should be no less than 1.64 metres.
- Candidates must be medically fit, free from any physical or mental challenges, and not convicted of any criminal offence.
- Membership in secret societies, cults, or engagement in drug addiction will result in disqualification.
How to Apply for Nigeria Customs Service Recruitment 2025
Applications are strictly online and must follow these steps:
- Log on to https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng to fill out and submit the application form.
- Ensure they meet the educational and other requirements for the selected position.
- Submit only one application because submitting multiple applications will lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the next screening phase.
Nigeria Customs Service Deadline
At the moment, there is no new deadline set for 2025. The just concluded application portal remained open from 27th December 2024 to 2nd January 2025. The good news for this year is that there is no age limit for candidates, making the opportunity open to individuals across different age brackets. The recruitment process will consider applicants from all states to ensure federal character.
Candidates are strongly advised against falsifying any documents. Submitting fake certificates or information will lead to immediate disqualification and possible legal prosecution.
Conclusion
This recruitment by the Nigeria Customs Service is open to all candidates on www.recruitment.customs.gov.ng. Yes, this is a chance for Nigerians with diverse educational backgrounds—from SSCE to university degree holders—to secure this employment. The NCS encourages all interested and qualified individuals to apply within the stipulated period and comply with all stated requirements. Only those who meet the criteria will progress to the next stages of the recruitment process.
You can always return to this website for updates on this recruitment exercise, and other important information. Do not hesitate to leave us your comments in the comment box below. We will answer your questions as soon as possible. For now, stick around because the recruitment 2025 portal will soon be reopen.
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