Nigerian Custom Service Recruitment 2026/2027 Application Form Portal

If you want to apply for the Nigerian Custom Service recruitment 2026/2027, this guide will show you all the procedures that you need to follow, the requirements you would need to meet as well as other important information that you might need.

Overview of Nigerian Custom Service

The Nigerian Custom Service (NCS) was established in 1891 by the British Colonial Administration. They’re responsible for ensuring that only safe and compliant products are shipped or brought into the country across all borders. They ensure that illegal, banned or counterfeited goods that are usually smuggled do not pass the territory.

2026 NCS Recruitment Portal Login

The official portal for accessing and submitting the application form for the 2026/2027 Nigerian Custom Service recruitment is www.recruitment.customs.gov.ng.

The portal also provides important announcement about when the screening will take place, shortlisted candidates and training schedules. The NCS has warned that the form is free of charge and does not require any form of payment from applicants.

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When is Nigerian Custom Service Recruitment 2026/2027 Starting?

The last known NCS recruitment was in 2025 which the Federal Government had approved the employment of 3,927 custom officers so all interested candidates are strongly advised to check the official portal from time to time so as to know when the form will be released.

Keep in mind that to access the portal, you would need to use the email address and password which you used when signing up for the first time.

NCS Job Vacancies 2026/2027

Over the years, the federal government usually makes an announcement regarding the number of applicants they need for the ‘custom officer’ position. So all applicants should read on to find out what would be required of them to be eligible for this position.

The recruitment is transparent and strictly based on merit so only those who provide accurate information and meet the requirements stand a higher chance of being selected for shortlisting.

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Requirements for Nigerian Custom Service Recruitment 2026/2027

Before you can apply for the 2026/2027 NCS recruitment, make sure that you meet all the following requirements set by the service as it determines if you will be eligible for the position or not. The criteria are as follows:

You must be a Nigerian by birth and reside in Nigeria.
You must possess a valid means of identification (National ID card, Voter’s card, international passport, Driver’s license and so on).
Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old.
Applicants must be physically and mentally fit for paramilitary activities.
Men must be 1.7 meters tall and women must be 1.64 meters tall.
Applicants must not have any criminal record or any court case that is pending.
Candidates who have OND, HND, or other higher qualifications like B.Sc and above are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must have valid email address and phone number for easy access.
Applicants must be ready to relocate and work anywhere within Nigeria.
For you to be qualified, you must have WASSCE/NECO certificates with credits in at least five (5) subjects including English language and mathematics.
Alternatively, you should have a General Certificate of Education (GCE) ordinary level and credit in five (5) subjects including English language and mathematics.
Due to the intensive nature of the work, the recruitment exercise excludes all persons with disabilities.

How to Apply for NCS Recruitment 2026/2027

Before you start, make sure you have a strong internet connection and keep all your documents ready. Read the following guidelines carefully to avoid making any mistakes that can make them to disqualify you. Follow the steps outlined below to apply for the 2026/2027 recruitment on the official portal:

Go to https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng
Click on ‘apply now’ on the home page.
Create an account using an existing email address and a valid phone number.
Log into your account to fill the application form.
Upload all the required documents such as certificate and a recent passport photograph not more than three (3) months.
Cross-check your details to ensure there are no errors.
Submit your form and print out the acknowledgement slip using your National ID card number (NIN).

NCS Recruitment 2026 Application Deadline

The application deadline for the 2026 Nigerian Custom Service recruitment will be made public via the official portal https://recruitment.customs.gov.ng.

All interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as the portal opens because the recruitment process usually lasts for a limited period of time and late applications will not be accepted once the portal closes.