Breaking : Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment Form 2026 is out, See How to Apply for Course 29

The Nigerian Army has officially announced the commencement of its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29 for 2026. This recruitment exercise is aimed at qualified Nigerians who possess professional and technical skills needed by the Army in specialized areas.

Through the DSSC programme, successful applicants will be commissioned as officers and deployed into various corps and services where their expertise is required.

The application process is completely free and open to both civilians and serving military personnel who meet the stated requirements.

What Is the Nigerian Army Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC)?

The Direct Short Service Commission is a recruitment pathway designed to bring professionals with specific qualifications directly into the Nigerian Army as officers.

Unlike regular combat recruitment, the DSSC focuses on technical, medical, educational, and support services that require trained professionals. Candidates selected under this scheme will undergo military training and, after completion, will be commissioned into appropriate corps.

The DSSC appointment is for a fixed service period, with the possibility of conversion to a Regular Commission depending on performance and the needs of the Nigerian Army.

Corps and Specialisations Available Under DSSC 2026

Applicants can apply to join the Nigerian Army through the DSSC into any of the following corps and services, provided they meet the relevant professional requirements:

• Nigerian Army Engineers

• Nigerian Army Signals

• Nigerian Army Medical Corps

• Nigerian Army Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

• Nigerian Army Education Corps

• Nigerian Army Supply and Transport Corps

• Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps

• Nigerian Army Medical Services including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and other allied health professionals

In cases where applicable, only serving military personnel who were officially sponsored to civil institutions by any branch of the Armed Forces will be considered.

Entry Requirements for Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2026

To be eligible for the Nigerian Army DSSC Course 29, applicants must meet all the conditions below:

• Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth

• Must be of good character and recommended by at least two referees

• Must be physically, mentally, and medically fit in line with Nigerian Army standards

• Must be between 20 and 32 years of age as at 30 March 2026

  • Medical consultants may be up to 40 years

• Must possess a First Degree or HND from a recognized institution

  • Minimum of Second Class Lower or Upper Credit where applicable

• Must have valid professional registration where required

• Must possess a valid birth certificate or age declaration

• Must have a certificate of state of origin

• Must possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN) and Bank Verification Number (BVN)

• Must not have any criminal conviction

• Must not belong to any cult or secret society

• Male applicants must be at least 1.68 metres tall

• Female applicants must be at least 1.65 metres tall

Serving military personnel must have a clean disciplinary record and must be properly endorsed by their Commanding Officers.

Conditions of Service for DSSC Officers

Applicants should note the following service conditions:

• The Direct Short Service Commission is granted for a period of 15 years

• Newly commissioned officers will be placed on probation for the first three years

• Conversion to Regular Commission is not automatic

• Rank after training depends on corps, qualification, and professional background

• Medical consultants may be granted seniority where applicable

How to Apply for Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2026

Interested and qualified applicants should follow the steps below to apply:

1. Visit the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal at
   https://recruitment.army.mil.ng

2. Select the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) option

3. Create an account or log in if you already have one

4. Complete the online application form carefully and accurately

5. Upload the required documents, including:

   • Recent passport photograph

   • Educational certificates

   • Evidence of professional body registration where applicable

   • Certificate of state of origin

   • Birth certificate or age declaration

   • NIN and BVN

6. Submit the application and print the acknowledgment slip for reference

Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment Application Dates

• Application Opens: 7 January 2026

• Application Closes: 4 February 2026

Applications submitted after the closing date will not be accepted.

Important Notice to All Applicants

The Nigerian Army has clearly stated that the DSSC recruitment is completely free.

Applicants are strongly advised to:

• Apply only through the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal

• Avoid agents, middlemen, or unofficial websites

• Never pay money for recruitment, shortlisting, or training

Anyone requesting payment in relation to this recruitment exercise is a fraudster and should be avoided.

Final Note

The Nigerian Army DSSC Course 29 recruitment provides a valuable opportunity for qualified Nigerians to serve the country as commissioned officers using their professional skills.

Applicants are encouraged to read all instructions carefully, meet all requirements, and submit accurate information during the application process.

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