Nigerian army opens DSSC 29/2026 recruitment for officers
The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for its Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for officer positions across selected professional corps.
The announcement was made on Tuesday via the Army’s official X (formerly Twitter) handle, stating that the recruitment exercise will begin on January 7, 2026, and close on February 4, 2026.
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The Army emphasised that the process is free and strictly online, warning applicants against fraudsters and unauthorised agents.
According to the statement, the DSSC programme is open to both civilians and serving military personnel with relevant academic and professional qualifications.
The initiative is aimed at strengthening the Army’s officer cadre by attracting skilled professionals to support operational, technical and support services.
“Applications are invited from eligible Nigerians for commission into the Nigerian Army as Direct Short Service Commission officers. The DSSC is open to both civilians and serving military personnel. Applications are free and to be made online from 7 January to 4 February 2026,” the statement read.
Online application free for civilians, serving personnel
The Army further noted that serving personnel must have been officially sponsored to civil institutions by the Armed Forces before applying, stressing that the process remains structured and selective.
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens aged between 20 and 32 years by March 30, 2026, while medical consultants may be up to 40 years old.
Candidates are also required to be medically, mentally and physically fit, possess a minimum of second class upper degree or upper credit HND, and have completed NYSC or hold a valid exemption.
Interested candidates are to apply through the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal at recruitment.army.mil.ng, select the DSSC option, complete the online form and upload all required documents.
The recruitment drive comes amid renewed efforts by the Federal Government to strengthen national security following President Bola Tinubu’s declaration of a security emergency in November 2025 and expanded recruitment across the Armed Forces.
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