CDCFIB alerts applicants as Online CBT begins November 12

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that the online Computer-Based Test (CBT) for its ongoing recruitment exercise will commence on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

In a statement released by the Office of the Secretary, the Board stated that only officially scheduled candidates will be allowed to log in for the test.

It warned that any form of malpractice, third-party interference, or device manipulation will be detected, as the entire examination will be AI-proctored.

Candidates are urged to strictly adhere to the examination rules to avoid disqualification.

The CDCFIB advised applicants to ensure a stable internet connection, steady power supply, and use of an appropriate device, preferably a laptop, for the exam.

While mobile phones and tablets may be used, interruptions such as phone calls or switching applications will trigger violation alerts that could lead to automatic failure.

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The Board further explained that the examination portal will open 30 minutes before each candidate’s scheduled time. Candidates are expected to log in through the official recruitment portal at recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng, complete the photo verification process, and wait in the virtual waiting room until the exam begins automatically.

It also clarified that candidates who experience disconnection during the test can rejoin within the allotted time and continue from where they stopped.

The statement concluded by wishing all participating applicants good luck in the recruitment exercise.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. When will the CDCFIB online CBT test begin?

The online CBT test will commence on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

2. Where can candidates access the exam portal?

Candidates should log in through the official recruitment website at recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng.

3. Who is eligible to take the test?

Only candidates who have been officially scheduled and verified by the Board are eligible to log in and participate.

4. What does it mean that the test is AI-proctored?

AI-proctored means the exam will be monitored using artificial intelligence to detect malpractice, third-party interference, or device manipulation in real time.

5. What kind of device should be used for the test?

The CDCFIB recommends using a laptop for better performance. However, mobile phones or tablets can be used, provided they have a stable connection and no interruptions.

6. What happens if a candidate receives a phone call or switches apps during the test?

Any interruption, such as a phone call or switching between applications, may trigger an AI violation alert and could lead to automatic failure.

7. When can candidates log in for the test?

The examination portal will open 30 minutes before each candidate’s scheduled time. Candidates are expected to complete photo verification and wait in the virtual room until the test starts automatically.

8. Can a candidate rejoin the test after disconnection?

Yes. Candidates who are disconnected can log back in within the allotted time and continue from where they stopped.

9. How can candidates prepare for the test?

Ensure a stable internet connection, steady power, and a quiet environment. Test your device before the exam and follow all portal instructions carefully.

10. Will CDCFIB contact candidates through unofficial platforms?

No. All communication will be done only through the official CDCFIB recruitment portal and verified social media pages.

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