The Nigerian Army has published the names of shortlisted candidates for the Short Service Combatant Commission Course 49/2026 Selection Board.
According to a statement issued on Monday by the Military Secretary (Army), the complete list of successful applicants can now be accessed on the recruitment portal: recruitment.army.mil.ng.
Those shortlisted are required to report to the Nigerian Defence Academy, Ribadu Campus in Kaduna State, on December 1, 2025.
The Statement reads, “The shortlisted candidates are to report to the Nigerian Defence Academy, Ribadu Campus (Old Site), Kaduna State on 1 December 2025.”
“Candidates are advised to be in Kaduna on 30 November 2025 and report to the Selection Board venue between 6 am and 11 am on 1 December 2025,” the statement partly read.
The Army emphasized that “candidates who arrive after 11 am on 1 December 2025 will be automatically disqualified.”
Candidates must present original and photocopies of all academic and professional certificates, including NYSC discharge or exemption certificates, a valid birth certificate, certificate of state of origin, BVN printout, NIN slip, and completed forms from the SSCC portal.
They are also required to bring writing materials, blue shorts, white T-shirts, white canvas shoes, toiletries, beddings, full-size colored photographs, and scratch cards for checking WAEC or NECO results.
Parents or guardians must provide a “duly signed Letter of Consent” issued by a recognized court of law, confirming they will not seek compensation for any injury or death during the exercise.
The selection process will include document verification, physical and medical tests, academic assessments, and an oral interview. The Army noted that any alteration to documents will render them invalid.
Candidates will be accommodated and fed during the exercise, but must cover their own transportation. The use of private vehicles and visits from outsiders are not allowed during the exercise.
“A high standard of discipline is expected from all candidates. Candidates who violate any instructions during the Selection Board will be disqualified".
"Due to the military nature of the Exercise, the Nigerian Army shall not be liable for any injuries/deaths recorded in the course of the Selection Board,” the statement concluded.