The shortlisted candidates for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 49/2026 have been made public by the Nigerian Army. On December 1, 2025, the Selection Board is due to go to the Nigerian Defence Academy Ribadu Campus (Old Site) in Kaduna State. Candidates should be in Kaduna on November 30, 2025, and should show up at the Selection Board site between 6 a.m. and 11 a.m. on December 1, 2025.
Also see: Nigerian Army DSSC Past Questions & Answers (Free PDF Download)
Requirements for Screening
Candidates will be required to produce original and at least 2 photocopies of the following in a file jacket:
a. All academic/professional certificates including testimonials, NYSC discharge or valid Exemption Certificate as applicable.
b. Valid birth certificate as endorsed by the National Population Commission, hospital and Local Government Council of birth or valid age declaration.
c. Valid certificate of state of origin.
d. Official Leave/Pass and Military Identity Card (military personnel only).
e. Letter of recommendation by Commanding Officers/Commanders (military personnel only).
f. Printed Bank Verification Number (BVN) certificate authenticated by a bank and NIN slip/card.
g. Completed copies of print outs from the SSCC portal including referee forms.
What to bring along
Candidates are to also bring along the following items:
a. Writing materials.
b. Three (3) pairs of blue shorts and 3 pairs of plain white short sleeve T-shirts.
c. A pair of white canvas shoes/trainers and 3 pairs of white socks.
d. Bucket and toiletries.
e. A set of cutlery including plates and drinking cups.
f. Beddings; to include, blankets, bedspreads and pillow cases etc.
g. Four (4) copies of recent full-size coloured photographs at standing position in suit and 4 recent coloured passport photographs.
h. Scratch cards for online confirmation of WAEC and/or NECO results.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATION
- Candidates must come with a duly signed Letter of Consent from Parent/Guardian, declaring that they shall not claim any compensation or relief for any injury or death, which may occur in the course of the activities conducted by the Selection Board. The Letter of Consent is to be made at a recognised court of law and endorsed by the Commissioner of oath.
- The Selection Exercise will involve documents (certificates/credentials) verification, followed by physical, medical and academic tests as well as an oral interview for all candidates.
- Candidates are to note that any alteration on their documents will render such documents invalid.
- Candidates will be accommodated and fed throughout the duration of the Selection Board.
- Candidates will be responsible for their transportation to and from the Selection Board.
- The use of personal/private vehicles by candidates is strictly prohibited throughout the duration of the Selection Board.
- Visitors will not be allowed throughout the duration of the Selection Board.
- Shortlisted SSCC Course 49/2026 candidates are to report at the Nigerian Defence Academy Old Site, Kaduna State on 1 December 2025 from 6 am – 11 am. Candidates who arrive after 11 am on 1 December 2025 will be automatically disqualified.
- A high standard of discipline is expected from all candidates. Candidates who violate any instruction during the Selection Board will be disqualified.
- The list of successful candidates for the Selection Board can be accessed through the NA’s recruitment website; https://recruitment.army.mil.ng.
NOTE: Due to the military nature of the Exercise, the Nigerian Army shall not be liable for any injuries/deaths recorded in the course of the Selection Board.
DOWNLOAD LIST OF SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES HERE
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