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- Announcement of Applications
- Eligibility Criteria
- Available Corps
- Application Process
- Contact Information
The Nigerian Army has announced the beginning of applications for the 29/2026 Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) for eligible Nigerians.
As stated in a release from Army Headquarters on Tuesday via its official Facebook page, the DSSC is available to both civilians and current military personnel who are seeking to be commissioned as officers in select corps of the Nigerian Army.
The available corps include the Nigerian Army Engineers, Nigerian Army Signals, Nigerian Army Medical Corps, Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers, and the Nigerian Army Education Corps.
The Army has indicated that the application process is free and will take place online from January 7 to February 4, 2026.
Interested candidates are encouraged to visit the official recruitment portal at www.recruitment.army.mil.ng for further details and application procedures.
For additional inquiries, the Nigerian Army has provided two contact numbers: 08179269294 or 08109959294, available from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily.
What is the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC)?
The DSSC is a program that allows eligible Nigerians, including civilians and serving military personnel, to apply for commissioning as officers in the Nigerian Army.
When is the application period for the DSSC?
The application period for the DSSC is from January 7 to February 4, 2026.
How can I apply for the DSSC?
You can apply for the DSSC by visiting the official recruitment portal at www.recruitment.army.mil.ng .
Is there a fee for applying to the DSSC?
No, the application process for the DSSC is free of charge.
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