Take this opportunity to build a rewarding career and serve Nigeria with honour, courage, and commitment.The Nigerian Navy invites applications from patriotic, qualified Nigerians for its Batch 38 recruitment exercise.
Who Can Apply
All applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered:
- Must be a citizen of Nigeria by birth.Must possess a National Identification Number (NIN).
- Meet age requirements:• 18 – 22 years by 31 December 2025 for applicants with SSCE, GCE, NECO, NABTEB.• 18 – 26 years by 31 December 2025 for applicants with NCE, OND, Registered Nurse/Midwife qualifications, Drivers/Mechanics, and Sportsmen/Sportswomen.
- Should not be less than 1.69 meters for males and 1.65 meters for females.Must be single.
- Applicants must be medically, physically, and psychologically fit.
- Those with physical disability and tattoos are not eligible to apply.
- Must be free from any previous criminal conviction by a court of law.
- Academic certificates (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB/GCE) must not be older than 6 years from the date of application.
Important Dates
- 2nd October 2025 – Application Opens
- 31st October 2025 – Application Closes
- 29th November 2025 – Recruitment Aptitude Test
Application Process
- Complete the Online Form Visit www.joinnigeriannavy.com and fill in your personal, educational, and contact details.
- Upload Required DocumentsBirth Certificate or Age Declaration, school certificates (WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB), passport photos, and other requested credentials.
- Print and Complete Supporting Forms Applicant’s Declaration, Parent/Guardian Consent, Local Government Certification, Police Clearance, and Guarantor’s Form.
- Attend Recruitment Screening Report to your designated recruitment center with printed forms, credentials, and scratch cards for result verification.
- Take the Aptitude Test The Recruitment Aptitude Test will be held on 29th November 2025 nationwide.
- Begin Basic Training Successful candidates will undergo military training and be enlisted into the Nigerian Navy as Ordinary Seamen.
