he Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) is a Federal Government regulatory agency responsible for protecting Nigeria’s plant, animal and aquatic resources from the introduction and spread of pests, diseases and contaminants. It also supports the safe movement and international trade of agricultural products.
One of the questions frequently asked by prospective applicants is: How much does NAQS pay its employees per month?
There is no single monthly salary applicable to every NAQS employee. Pay depends on factors such as grade level, step, cadre, qualification, years of service, applicable salary structure and approved government adjustments.
The figures below should therefore be treated as estimated salary ranges, not an official NAQS salary table.
NAQS Estimated Salary Structure 2026
| Grade Level | Estimated Monthly Salary |
|---|---|
| GL 03 – GL 06 | ₦55,000 – ₦105,000 |
| GL 07 | ₦145,000 – ₦185,000 |
| GL 08 | ₦120,000 – ₦260,000 |
| GL 09 | ₦150,000 – ₦280,000 |
| GL 10 and above | ₦170,000 – ₦420,000+ |
| GL 14 – GL 16 | ₦260,000 – ₦520,000 |
| GL 17 | ₦450,000 – ₦700,000 |
Important: These figures are estimates compiled from publicly circulating salary information and should not be interpreted as an official NAQS pay scale. Actual remuneration can differ according to grade, step, allowances and government-approved salary adjustments.
NAQS Entry-Level Salary 2026
The amount earned by a newly recruited NAQS employee depends largely on the cadre and grade level of appointment.
For example, recruitment information circulating for NAQS associates entry positions with different grades: inspectorate positions have been associated with CONRAISS 06, while assistant superintendent positions have been associated with CONRAISS 07 and deputy superintendent positions with CONRAISS 08. These associations should still be confirmed against the specific official recruitment advertisement when applying.
Therefore, applicants should not assume that everyone entering NAQS will receive the same salary.
NAQS Ranks and Salary
NAQS has different cadres and positions, and remuneration varies according to the position and grade.
Some recruitment information identifies positions such as:
- Quarantine Assistant
- Inspector of Quarantine
- Assistant Superintendent of Quarantine
- Deputy Superintendent of Quarantine
- Chief Superintendent of Quarantine
Different professional categories may also be placed under different federal salary structures.
For example, publicly available recruitment information associates veterinary positions with CONMESS, while several administrative, inspectorate and assistant positions are associated with CONRAISS.
NAQS Salary by Qualification
Your qualification can affect the grade or cadre for which you are eligible.
SSCE / O’Level
Applicants with secondary-school qualifications may be considered for eligible assistant-level positions where advertised.
OND / NCE
National Diploma and NCE holders may qualify for applicable inspectorate positions when such vacancies are advertised.
HND / Bachelor’s Degree
HND and degree holders may qualify for higher professional or superintendent-level positions, depending on the recruitment advertisement.
Veterinary Doctors and Other Professionals
Certain professional positions can operate under a different salary structure from general administrative or inspectorate cadres.
Always check the specific NAQS recruitment advertisement rather than determining your expected salary solely from your qualification.
