The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) is conducting a major recruitment drive for 2024/2025, aiming to fill 3,927 vacancies across Superintendent, Inspectorate, and Customs Assistant cadres to strengthen revenue collection and border security. Launched on December 27, 2024, the process attracted over 573,523 applications, with 286,697 candidates shortlisted after scrutiny. Currently, from September 14 to 21, 2025, shortlisted applicants are taking a Computer-Based Test (CBT) online using webcam-enabled laptops. The test, covering aptitude, English, current affairs, and customs laws, is a critical step, with only 1.4% of candidates advancing to physical screening, medicals, and interviews by late 2025.
Eligibility requires Nigerian citizenship, ages 18–35, no criminal record, and specific physical standards (e.g., minimum height: 1.7m for males, 1.64m for females). Superintendent roles (GL 8) demand a Bachelor’s degree (2:1 minimum) and NYSC certificate, Inspectorate (GL 6–7) needs an HND/B.Sc., and Customs Assistant (GL 3–5) requires SSCE/OND with five credits. The CBT, proctored for fairness, prohibits mobile devices. Candidates should practice with past questions, ensure stable internet, and verify NIN/email via the correction portal. A pre-test familiarization session was held September 12–13, and Superintendent applicants face an additional CBT later.
The NCS emphasizes a free, transparent process, with updates via customs.gov.ng, @CustomsNG
on X, or email. Scams promising shortcuts are widespread avoid them and report to the official helpdesk. With competitive salaries (Superintendent: ₦200,000–₦300,000 monthly) and career growth, this opportunity is highly sought-after. Shortlisted candidates must act fast, checking emails for CBT details and preparing thoroughly. Unsuccessful applicants can try future cycles.
