The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) is inviting suitable candidates to apply for the positions under the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC). This commission is available for degree holders who are professionals in specific fields and offers six months of intensive military training. Upon successful completion, candidates will be commissioned into the rank of Flying Officer.

The application process for the Nigerian Air Force recruitment is completely free, and no payment is required at any stage of the process.

Important Notice: Online registration begins on 14 October 2024 and ends on 26 November 2024.

General Instructions for Applicants:
Nationality: Applicants must be Nigerian citizens either by birth or origin.
Age Requirement: Applicants should be between 20 and 30 years old by 27 September 2025 (the age limit for medical consultants is 25-40 years).

Note the following:
Applicants born before 27 September 1995 are not eligible to apply, and for medical consultants, the cut-off is 27 September 1985.

This recruitment is not open to serving personnel seeking Branch Commission, so individuals over 30 years of age (born before 27 September 1995) should not apply.

Height: Male applicants must be at least 1.66 meters tall, while female applicants must be at least 1.63 meters.
Medical Fitness: Applicants must meet the Nigerian Air Force’s standards for medical, physical, and psychological fitness.
Local Government Attestation Form: Applicants’ Local Government Area Attestation Forms must be signed by a military officer from the same state, with a minimum rank of Wing Commander (for the Air Force), or by a similarly ranked officer from the Nigerian Army, Navy, or the Police (Assistant Commissioner or higher). Local Government Chairmen/Secretaries, Magistrates, or Principals of secondary schools attended by the applicants may also sign. The form should include a passport photo and a copy of the signee’s Driver’s License, National ID, or International Passport. Additionally, the signee should endorse the back of the applicant’s passport photo.

Presentation of Original Credentials: Shortlisted applicants must present original documents during the Selection Board Interview. These include:
Two recent passport-sized photographs, stamped and countersigned by the relevant officer.

Original and photocopy of birth certificate or declaration of age.

Original and photocopy of educational/professional certificates.

Original and photocopy of a certificate proving the applicant’s indigeneship from their Local Government or State of Origin.

Original and photocopy of an attestation of good character signed by the appropriate officer.

Impersonation and Falsification: Applicants suspected of impersonation or submitting forged documents will be disqualified. If discovered later, such applicants may be removed from training and handed over to the police for prosecution. The Nigerian Air Force will not respond to inquiries about rejected applications. The online registration is free, and applicants should ensure they provide valid email addresses and phone numbers.

Required Documents After Application: Upon completing the online form, applicants must print the following:
Acknowledgement Form

Parent/Guardian Consent Form

Local Government Area Attestation Form

Interview Invitation: Successful applicants will be invited to the Selection Board Interview via the portal: Invitations may also be sent through email and phone calls if necessary.

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