The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced recruitment for its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC33/2024), which aims to enlist qualified graduates and postgraduates for training as officers in various professional fields.
According to the NAF, in a statement signed by Air Vice Marshal AH Bakari on behalf of the Chief of the Air Staff, interested applicants can apply online for free via the official recruitment portal at www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng starting from October 14, 2024.
The online registration will close on November 26, 2024.
Applicants are advised to carefully review the disciplines required before submitting their application, as multiple submissions or errors will result in automatic disqualification. “Only one application can be made, as an application once submitted cannot be corrected. Multiple applications will result in disqualification,” the NAF warned.
Eligibility criteria
To be eligible for the Direct Short Service Commission, applicants must:
Applicants must be Nigerian by birth and should be medically, physically, and psychologically fit. Furthermore, they must have no criminal convictions. The age requirement is between 20 and 30 years and the height requirement is 1.66 meters for males and 1.63 meters for females., while medical consultants are eligible if they fall within the 25 to 40 age range.
The NAF emphasized the importance of applicants meeting these criteria, noting that failure to meet any conditions will lead to disqualification.
Qualification requirements
Applicants must possess at least a Second Class Upper Division for degree holders or an Upper Credit for HND holders. Additionally, candidates must have credits in English, Mathematics, and three other subjects relevant to their course of study. Computer literacy is considered an added advantage.
The NAF requires applicants to have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and present a Discharge Certificate or Letter of Exemption. Registration with relevant Nigerian professional bodies is also necessary where applicable.
Aptitude tests will be scheduled, and candidates must check the NAF recruitment portal for updates. Any false declarations or multiple submissions will result in disqualification.
Applicants must submit within the specified timeframe and print and sign all required documents after completing the application.
Required documents
Upon completing the application process, candidates whose submissions meet the stipulated requirements will be required to print the following documents:
👉 Local Government Area Attestation Form, signed by a Military/Police Officer of appropriate rank, or other approved authorities.
👉 Parent/Guardian Consent Form.
👉Attestation of Good Character Form.
👉 Acknowledgment Form.
These documents are necessary to complete the application process, and invalid applications will not generate these slips.
Further details are available on the Nigerian Air Force website, applicants may also contact NAF support lines at 07052683575 and 07030562381 or via email at [email protected] for inquiries.
https://www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng
