Candidates who participated in the CDCFIB 2024/2025 recruitment exercise can check whether they have been shortlisted for the final oral interview through the official recruitment portal.
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has moved the recruitment process to the oral interview stage following the completion of the physical and medical screening exercise. The recruitment covers the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS).
Official CDCFIB Shortlist Portal
Candidates should use the official CDCFIB recruitment portal to check their status:
https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
The portal is the appropriate place to confirm your individual recruitment status and receive further instructions.
How to Check CDCFIB Oral Interview Shortlist
Follow these steps to check your CDCFIB oral interview status:
Step 1: Visit the Official Portal
Go to the CDCFIB recruitment portal:
https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng
Step 2: Enter Your Screening Details
Use the information requested by the portal, including your screening application number and National Identification Number (NIN), where required.
Step 3: Submit Your Information
After entering your details, submit the form and wait for the portal to process your request.
Step 4: Check Your Shortlist Status
If you have been shortlisted, carefully read the information displayed on your dashboard.
Step 5: Select Your Interview Details
According to the CDCFIB announcement, shortlisted candidates are required to select an interview venue, date, and time and print their invitation letters. Candidates should also follow the dress-code instructions contained in their invitation letters.
CDCFIB Shortlist Checking Dates 2026
CDCFIB has divided the shortlist-checking period according to applicants’ qualification categories.
| Applicant Category | Status Checking Period |
|---|---|
| Graduate Category | 31 August – 2 September 2026 |
| NCE/OND/SSCE | 7 – 9 September 2026 |
