
By Mark Ogagan
The Nigerian Army has announced plans to begin the Direct Short Service Commission Course (DSSC) 28/2024 enlistment exercise.
All applications must be submitted online no later than Friday, February 23, 2024.
Army sources confirmed that the application is free and open to both civilians and serving military personnel.
The Army shared the recruitment update via a social media post on Friday, January 19. It reads: “Only serving military personnel sponsored to civil institutions by any of the Services of the Nigerian Armed Forces shall be considered.”
How to apply for Nigerian Army (DSSC) recruitment 2024
Go online and visit the NA webpage at: recruitment.army.mil.ng and choose the DSSC option from the page. You will be redirected to the page where you can read the qualification criteria for the ongoing DSSC courses. Click on the “Apply Now” button for the DSSC as per your qualification and Corps of choice.
At the prompt, you will be required to select if you are serving or have served in the Armed Forces of Nigeria. Choose the appropriate option and proceed. If you do not have an account click on “Sign Up” (a verification will be sent to your email) or enter your login details and log in.
Fill out the form and ensure all required documents listed below are uploaded:
(a) Passport photograph.
(b) Educational certificates.
(c) Evidence of membership of any professional body.
(d) Certificate of state of origin.
(e) Birth certificate or age declaration.
(f) NIN/BVN.
Entry requirements Nigerian Army (DSSC) recruitment 2024
Minimum age – 20
Maximum age – 40
Minimium height – 1.65
Minimium grade – Second Class – Lower Division
Application period – Thursday, January 18, 2024 – Friday, February 23, 2024.







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