📌 Quick answer: Shortlisted Nigerian Army 92RRI candidates are screened in their state of origin from 17 November to 1 December 2026; there is no computer-based test. Nigerian Navy Batch 39 applicants sit an aptitude test on 21 November 2026 before interviews and medicals. For both, bring your printed portal forms signed by your parent or guardian, LGA and police, your guarantor’s form, original certificates, birth certificate and NIN. Tattoos, mismatched names and forged documents are the commonest reasons candidates are sent home.
Applying online is the easy part. The real test of military recruitment is screening: the day your documents, height, fitness and medical condition are checked against the rules, often after a long wait in a crowded field. Many candidates who met every requirement on paper are turned away on the day for avoidable reasons.
This guide covers the two exercises running now, using the instructions on the Army’s and Navy’s official recruitment portals.
Key Dates
| Exercise | Stage | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Nigerian Army 92RRI | Shortlist published on the Army’s website | Before screening |
| Nigerian Army 92RRI | State screening | 17 November – 1 December 2026, in your state of origin |
| Nigerian Navy Batch 39 | Online applications close | 31 October 2026, 11:59pm |
| Nigerian Navy Batch 39 | Aptitude test (shortlisted applicants) | 21 November 2026, at designated centres nationwide |
| Nigerian Navy Batch 39 | Basic training begins | First quarter of 2027 |
Documents to Bring: Army 92RRI
| Document | Signed or issued by |
|---|---|
| Photo card | Printed from the portal |
| Declaration by applicant | You |
| Parent/guardian form | Your parent or guardian |
| Certification by LGA | Your local government chairman or secretary |
| Certification by police | The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) |
| Guarantor’s form | Your guarantor, as stated on the form |
| Original educational certificates | Primary to secondary school |
| NIN slip and BVN slip | Special skilled applicants: BVN slip signed and stamped by your bank |
| Birth certificate and certificate of state of origin | National Population Commission, hospital or LGA; your state or LGA |
Documents to Bring: Navy Batch 39
- Applicant’s Declaration Form, Parent/Guardian Consent Form, Local Government Area Certification Form, Police Certification Form and Guarantor’s Form, all properly completed and endorsed
- Photocopies of your birth certificate or age declaration
- Photocopies of your credentials, including your First School Leaving Certificate or testimonial (the original primary school certificate is required at the selection interview)
- Identification form signed by your LGA Chairman or Secretary, or by a Navy Commander (or Army/Air Force equivalent) or a police officer of CSP rank or above from your state of origin
- Scratch cards for your WAEC, GCE, NECO or NABTEB results
What Happens at Screening
Each service runs its own process, but candidates should expect these checks:
- Documentation. Your forms and certificates are checked against what you entered online. Names and dates of birth must match across your NIN, certificates and birth certificate.
- Height measurement. Both services require at least 1.68m for men and 1.65m for women.
- Body check. Both services reject candidates with tattoos. The Army also bars piercings (other than tribal marks) and multiple ear piercings for women.
- Medical examination. The Navy’s guidelines exclude applicants with sight or hearing problems, communicable diseases, mental illness, stammering, physical disability, poor dental health, flat feet, spinal deformities or a BMI outside its limits. The Army requires candidates to be medically, physically and psychologically fit by its standards.
- Fitness. Expect running and physical exercises; arrive able to run several kilometres without stopping.
- Tests and interviews. The Navy sets an aptitude test for shortlisted applicants on 21 November and holds selection interviews. The Army has said there is no pre-selection CBT for 92RRI.
The Mistakes That Send Candidates Home
| Mistake | How to avoid it |
|---|---|
| Name or date of birth differs between NIN, certificates and birth certificate | Fix your NIN record before screening; carry all documents |
| Forms not signed by the right official | Get the LGA form signed by the Chairman or Secretary and the police form by the DPO, early |
| Going to the wrong state | Army screening is in your state of origin, not where you live |
| Tattoos or piercings | Both services reject tattoos; the Army also bars piercings |
| Bringing phones or recording devices (Army) | The Army bans electronic or recording devices at screening |
| Forged or borrowed documents | Both services disqualify, and the Navy hands offenders to the police |
| Paying “connection” money | Both exercises are free; anyone selling slots is a fraudster |
A Four-Week Preparation Plan
With Army screening starting on 17 November and the Navy test on 21 November, you have about four weeks from now. Use them well.
| When | Focus |
|---|---|
| Now | Print all forms; visit your LGA secretariat and police division for signatures; find a guarantor who meets the form’s conditions |
| Weeks 1–2 | Run three or four times a week, building to 5km without stopping; add push-ups, sit-ups and short sprints |
| Week 2 | Navy applicants: practise basic English, mathematics and general knowledge questions for the aptitude test |
| Week 3 | Check eyesight and teeth at a clinic so you know of any issue before the medical; keep training |
| Final week | Make photocopies, pack documents in a clear file, plan your journey, and rest the night before |
What to Take on the Day
- All documents in a clear plastic file, plus spare photocopies and passport photographs
- Sportswear and running shoes
- Water and light food; screening days can be long
- Enough money for transport home; do not carry large amounts of cash
Full details of each exercise are in our guides to the Army 92RRI recruitment and the Navy Batch 39 recruitment.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Nigerian Army 92RRI screening?
From 17 November to 1 December 2026, in each shortlisted candidate’s state of origin.
When is the Navy Batch 39 aptitude test?
21 November 2026, at designated centres nationwide, for shortlisted applicants.
Can I be screened in Lagos if I am from another state?
Not for the Army: 92RRI screening takes place in your state of origin.
Will a tattoo disqualify me?
Yes. Both the Army and the Navy reject applicants with tattoos.
Do I pay anything at screening?
No. Both services say recruitment is free. Report anyone who asks for money.
Sources
- Nigerian Army – 92RRI requirements, method of application and general instructions – recruit.army.mil.ng
- Nigerian Navy – Guidelines for Candidates on General Entry Requirements into Nigerian Navy for NNBTS Batch 39, and recruitment timeline – joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng
Last updated: 23 October 2026 · NaijaSabi Jobs Desk. NaijaSabi is not affiliated with the Nigerian Army or Navy. Always follow the instructions on your own slip and the official portals.
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