The Nigerian Army has opened applications for the Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027, inviting qualified civilians and serving military personnel to apply for commission as Short Service Combatant Commission officers.

Successful candidates will serve in the Combat Arms, including the Infantry and Armour Corps, as well as Combat Support Arms, including Artillery, Engineers, Signals and Intelligence Corps.

RECRUITMENT SUMMARY

AVAILABLE COMMISSION AREAS

Successful candidates may be commissioned into:

Combat Arms

• Infantry Corps
• Armour Corps

Combat Support Arms

• Artillery Corps
• Engineers Corps
• Signals Corps
• Intelligence Corps

GENERAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must:

• Be Nigerian citizens by birth.
• Be between 23 and 27 years old as of 10 January 2027.
• Be medically, mentally and physically fit according to Nigerian Army standards.
• Have no criminal conviction by any court of law.
• Not belong to any cult or secret society.
• Not have body inscriptions or tattoos.

HEIGHT REQUIREMENTS

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must possess:

• At least a First Degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower Division, or
• HND with a minimum of Lower Credit.

Qualifications must be in the Arts, Sciences or Humanities from an accredited university or other recognised institution of higher learning.

Important

The Nigerian Army stated that only tertiary academic credentials obtained from 2018 to date will be considered.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CIVILIANS

Civilian applicants must possess:

• NYSC Discharge Certificate.
• Letter of attestation from their degree-awarding institution.
• Recommendation from at least two recognised referees who meet the stipulated requirements.

REQUIREMENTS FOR SERVING MILITARY PERSONNEL

Serving soldiers, ratings and airmen are also eligible to apply if they meet the stipulated requirements.

Serving military applicants are required to present an NYSC Exemption Certificate.

DOCUMENTS TO UPLOAD

Applicants are required to upload the following documents:

Applicants should ensure that all uploaded documents are genuine, valid and clearly readable.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply through the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal.

Application Steps

1. Visit the Nigerian Army recruitment portal.
2. Select the SSCC option.
3. Click “Apply Now” for SSCC Course 50/2027.
4. Indicate whether you are currently serving or have previously served in the Armed Forces.
5. Register using a valid email address.
6. Check your email for the verification link.
7. Create a password and log in.
8. Complete the application form.
9. Upload all required documents.
10. Review your information carefully and submit the application.

APPLICATION FEE

The application is completely FREE.

APPLICATION PERIOD

Deadline: All applications must be submitted no later than Saturday, 17 October 2026.

SSCC COMMISSION PERIOD

Successful SSCC officers will receive a 15-year commission, with 10 years on the active list serving as the initial bonding period.

The commission may subsequently be renewed for a period of not more than five years.

SSCC officers may also have the opportunity to convert to a Regular Combatant Commission.

However, the Army stressed that conversion is not automatic and will depend on available vacancies and other applicable criteria.

IMPORTANT WARNING

The Nigerian Army warned applicants to disregard any online application portal or recruitment announcement purportedly opened before the official publication.

Candidates are advised to rely only on information released through official Nigerian Army channels and avoid paying anyone claiming to have the ability to influence recruitment or guarantee selection.

Applicants should also ensure that all information provided during registration is accurate, as incorrect or falsified information may lead to disqualification.

WHO CAN APPLY?

✔ Qualified Nigerian civilians

✔ Eligible serving soldiers, ratings and airmen

✔ Applicants who meet the age, academic, physical and other stipulated requirements

📢 If you know someone who meets these requirements, share this opportunity with them.

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