CDCFIB Recruitment Update: CBT Results and Physical Screening Date
The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has released official figures for the 2025 recruitment, shedding light on its applications, tests and what the shortlisted candidates should expect next. According to the board, a total of 793,858 applicants were disqualified at different stages of the recruitment process.
Application Review and Disqualification Breakdown
This data is indicative of the number of applications that were finally completed and processed for the examination stage, amounting to 1,120,49. Having fulfilled the basic requirements, these candidates proceeded to take the computer-based test (CBT).
However, 432, 935 applications were marked as incomplete. Many of these applicants failed to upload required documents, did not verify their information or did not finish the application before the deadline. Therefore, they did not proceed with other selection stages.
Also, during the first screening stage, 360,923 people who applied were disqualified out. This stage included educational qualifications, age limits and verification of physical and medical requirements as set by the board.
Over 1.8 Million Nigerians Applied
The recruitment exercise for CDCFIB, which includes the Nigeria Immigration Service, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Federal Fire Service, and Nigeria Correctional Service, attracted over 1.8 million applications across the country.
Such an interest level is a sign of the ongoing popularity of federal paramilitary work, particularly at the time when many Nigerians are looking for secure jobs. The board noted that only those applicants who observed the guidelines could progress through the initial stages.
CBT Performance Statistics Explained
Also, the board released a CBT overall performance score report, showing how candidates performed during the examination.
Figures indicate that:
- 221,996 candidates scored 0 to 40 points.
- 229,155 candidates scored between 41 and 60 in the average bracket.
- 278,543 candidates scored between 61 and 80, and these made the largest group of test takers.
- The highest scorers were 142,697 candidates with a score of between 81 and 100.
This wide distribution of scores could be a reflection of the degree of preparation as well as the acquaintance with this form of examination, CBT style. That notwithstanding, a high level of competition is observed among candidates who seek to proceed to the last stage of selection, as demonstrated by the broad range of scores in the exam.
Physical Screening and Document Verification Next
CDCFIB confirmed that physical screening and document verification would be the next recruitment process phases. They will be shortlisted for this stage based on candidates passing the CBT cut off mark and meeting all eligibility requirements.
Official notifications that include such details will be sent to the shortlisted applicants.
- Screening Venue
- Dates and time schedules
- Original documents required
Guidelines for Physical and Medical Assessment
To avoid missing important information, applicants are advised to check only official channels for updates.
Recruitment Is Free: Fraud Warning Issued
The board emphasized once again that the recruitment exercise is free of charge. Applicants were warned against unscrupulous individuals or groups who could claim to influence the selection or offer assistance, for a fee.
CDCFIB urged candidates to shun unofficial messages, phone calls, or social media posts and only trust communication platforms linked to the recruitment exercise.
Portal Challenges and Applicant Concerns
The release of the statistics comes after some applicants complained about intermittent access to the recruitment portal and delays in communications during the previous stages.
Some candidates complained that they were not given enough timely notifications or that there was no way to check the status of their application.
The board was critical of the challenges, noting that heavy traffic over the portal during peak hours affected system performance. At the same time, applicants were assured that as the process continues, measures are being taken to ensure that there is smoother communication and access to facilities.
What Candidates Should do Now
As the recruitment progresses, the applicants are recommended to:
- Prepare original copies of their credentials.
- Be on the lookout for official screening notifications
- Do not use unproven recruitment information
- Maintain physical readiness for screening exercises.
CDCFIB reiterated that progression through the recruitment process depends strictly on merit, compliance with the requirements and performance at each stage.
Now that physical screening has been scheduled, candidates still standing in the board are advised to keep up with the information to prepare properly as the board approaches final selections.
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