CDCFIB Recruitment 2025: Physical Screening & Document Verification Dates, Portal and Guidelines

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced that it is set to move to the next phase of its ongoing recruitment exercise – the physical screening and document verification stage.

In an official notice signed by the Secretary to the Board, Maj. Gen. (Rtd) AM Jibril and dated 27th November 2025, the Board informed the general public and applicants that preparations are in progress to commence this crucial stage of the recruitment process.

Shortlisted Candidates to Choose Screening Venue and Date Online

According to the notice, only applicants who performed well in the earlier stages of the recruitment exercise and have been shortlisted on merit will proceed to the next phase.

Shortlisted candidates are required to visit the official recruitment portal:
recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng

They are to log in to the portal between Monday, 1st December and Wednesday, 3rd December 2025 to:

• Confirm their shortlisting status

• Select their preferred screening venue

• Choose a convenient screening date within the options available

Applicants who fail to complete this process within the specified window risk missing out on the physical screening exercise.

Physical Screening Across All States and the FCT

The Board further announced that the physical screening and document verification will take place from:

Monday, 8th December to Friday, 12th December 2025

The exercise will be conducted simultaneously across the 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), making it easier for applicants to participate from locations closest to them.

During this phase, candidates are expected to appear in person with their original credentials and other documents that will be specified on the recruitment portal. The screening will be used to verify the authenticity of documents and confirm that candidates meet the necessary requirements for the positions applied for.

Board Warns Against Fake Messages and Unauthorized Channels

In the notice, CDCFIB strongly emphasized that all official communication regarding the next stage of the recruitment will be made exclusively through the Board’s portal.

Applicants have been advised to disregard any messages, emails, or phone calls claiming to provide updates, shortcuts, or assistance related to the recruitment exercise outside the official portal.

This advisory is aimed at protecting applicants from scammers and fraudsters who may attempt to exploit the recruitment process by requesting money or personal information.

Merit-Based Selection and Federal Character Compliance

The Board congratulated all applicants who have successfully made it to the physical screening stage and reassured the public that the shortlisting was done strictly on merit.

It also reiterated that the recruitment process complies with the Federal Character principle, taking into consideration the needs of each of the Services under the Board’s supervision. This is to ensure inclusiveness, fairness, and equal opportunities for qualified Nigerians across all states and geopolitical zones.

Key Takeaways for Applicants

• Check your status and select your screening venue/date only via: recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng

• Portal selection window: Monday 1st – Wednesday 3rd December 2025

• Physical screening/document verification: Monday 8th – Friday 12th December 2025

• Screening will hold in all 36 states and the FCT

• Ignore any recruitment-related communication outside the official portal

• The process remains merit-based and in line with Federal Character guidelines

Applicants are encouraged to regularly visit the official portal for further instructions and to prepare all necessary documents ahead of the screening dates.