Are you a Nigerian who wants to work at the Federal Fire Service? This is an opportunity for you as an interested candidate to submit your application.
The Federal Government has approved the recruitment of new staff into the Federal Fire Service (FFS) through the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). The new phase of Federal Fire Service recruitment into the Federal Fire Service is expected to started in September 2025. This recruitment is open to everyone who has the right qualifications and is interested in working for the Federal Government. Both fresh graduates and experienced professionals can apply for the job vacancies available in the Service.
We will guide you in this article to know the important information such as requirements, how to apply and the deadline date of FFS application.
Federal Fire Service Recruitment 2025/2026
For now, the portal is closed, but is expected to open around September 2025 for a new phase of Federal Fire Service recruitment 2025/2026.
The CDCFIB has opened the recruitment portal for candidates who are interested in applying. This is a good opportunity for people who want to work in the public sector. Those who meet the requirements can submit their applications through the official recruitment portal of the Federal Fire Service, which will be mentioned in this guide.
There are a number of open vacancies for application, and each with basic requirement. The Federal Fire Service will make these known once the application form portal is open for 2025.
Candidates who have professional registrations in any of the required fields will have an advantage during the recruitment process. The CDCFIB is looking for qualified people who are ready to start their careers in the Service. Candidates MUST be willing to work in any location within the state where they are posted.
The Board is inviting applications from qualified candidates for full-time appointments to fill the available positions. Registration for this recruitment process is free.
Now, let’s take a look at the requirements so that you get them ready before visiting the portal.
Federal Fire Service Recruitment Requirements 2025
- Applicants must be Nigerians by birth
- Applicants should have the required qualifications, which could be SSCE (WASCCE, NECO, GCE, or equivalent).
- Holder of a degree (Bachelor’s, HND, ND, or equivalent) in no more than two sittings and must include English and Mathematics
- Have a professional certification in a relevant field.
- Applicants to be physically fit and have a Certificate of Medical Fitness from a Government Hospital
- Must be of good character and should not have been convicted of any criminal offense. Also, should not be a member of any secret society, cult, or a drug addict
- Candidate ages must be between 18 and 35 years old
- Male applicants should have a height of at least 1.65m, while female applicants should have a height of at least 1.60m. For male applicants, the chest measurement should be no less than 0.87m
- Computer skills will give an applicant an added advantage, although it is not compulsory
How to Apply for Federal Fire Service Recruitment 2025/2026
If you have stronf Internet connection, do the following:
- Visit the CDCFIB recruitment portal at https://cdcfib.career/
- Choose the job position that matches your qualifications.
- Fill out the Federal Fire Service application form
- Upload all required documents, including your academic qualifications
- Submit your application online
- Print out and fill out the Referee forms
- Print out the registration slip for your records
Candidates are only allowed to submit one application. If you submit multiple applications, you will be disqualified automatically. The recruitment is free, so you should not pay anyone who claims they can help you secure a job. Candidates who try to pay in exchange for the job will be handed over to the authorities if caught.
Federal Fire Service Portal Deadline Date
The deadline date is unknown for now. The application portal will be open for 6 weeks from the date the recruitment was announced. Any document or qualifications not presented at the recruitment center will not be accepted later on.
Candidates are to complete their applications before the portal closes; late applications will not be accepted. Look out for fake websites that claim to represent the CDCFIB. Only use the official portal www.cdcfib.career to apply.
Some people may doubt the fairness of federal recruitment exercises, thinking that certain slots are already reserved for pre-selected candidates. However, the Federal Fire Service is committed to making sure the process is fair for everyone. The Federal Government is also working hard to prevent any unfair practices, which means you have a fair chance of being selected without needing any connections.
Your chance of being selected is equal to everyone else’s. Rest assured that you can be shortlisted without having to pay anyone. All shortlisted candidates will be informed about the next stage of the recruitment process through their provided contact details. After the Federal Fire Service releases the list of successful applicants, there will be a computer-based test (CBT) conducted by JAMB. This test will consist of 100 objective questions, and you will have 60 minutes to complete it.
Read Also:
- Civil Defence Recruitment
- Nigeria Correctional Service Recruitment
- Nigeria Immigration Service Recruitment
- Federal Government Recruitment
Meanwhile, do make sure to read about getting a federal job—you might learn a thing or two from it.
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