The Police Service Commission (PSC), in collaboration with the Nigeria Police Force (NPF), has announced April 28 to 30, 2026, as the dates for the written examination for applicants seeking enlistment as Police Constables across the country.
The examination, which covers both General Duty and Specialist applicants, will be conducted at designated centres in the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
According to a statement issued on Thursday by the Head of Protocol and Public Affairs of the Commission, Torty Njoku Kalu, only candidates who successfully passed the physical and credentials screening will be eligible to participate in the exercise.
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Qualified applicants have been advised to log on to the official recruitment portal from Friday, April 24, 2026, to print their Examination Invitation Cards, which will contain details of their specific date, time, and venue.
“Applicants who passed the screening stage are required to visit the portal to print their Examination Invitation Card, which will indicate the schedule for their test,” Kalu stated.
He further outlined items candidates must present at the examination venue to include a pen, a National Identification Number (NIN) slip from the National Identity Management Commission with a clear photograph, and the printed invitation card. Candidates are also expected to appear in white shorts, white T-shirt, and white canvas shoes.
The Commission reiterated that the recruitment process is entirely free and warned applicants against falling victim to fraudsters.
“The Police Service Commission wishes to reiterate that the recruitment process is free of charge and cautions candidates to beware of job racketeering, scams, or any form of financial inducement, as such acts will be met with the full force of the law,” the statement added.
The PSC reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a transparent and merit-based recruitment process into the Nigeria Police Force.