The NECO Recruitment Portal is open for online applications, Qualified Applicants can read through it and use the information to guide their preparation for the upcoming recruitment process into the Organization. They are inviting applications from internal and external candidates for vacant positions.
Whether you are an academic professional, non-teaching staff, or a graduate seeking a federal career, this recruitment exercise could be your pathway to a secure Federal job.
Requirements for NECO Recruitment 2025/2026
To qualify for NECO jobs, applicants must meet the following criteria:
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Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
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Must have at least five (5) credits in WASSCE/NECO/GCE, including English and Mathematics.
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Must possess a valid means of identification (NIN, voter’s card, driver’s license, or international passport).
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Minimum of OND, NCE, HND, or Bachelor’s Degree (B.Sc, B.A, B.Ed, etc.) from a recognized institution.
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Higher qualifications (M.Sc, MBA, Ph.D.) may be required for senior roles.
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NYSC discharge or exemption certificate for graduates.
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Good communication skills and computer literacy are an added advantage.
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Applicants must be between 18 and 35 years old (academic positions may allow higher age brackets).
Available Positions at NECO
Though the official job list varies per recruitment cycle, NECO often recruits into roles such as:
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Examination Officers
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Administrative Officers
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Accountants
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ICT/Database Officers
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Data Entry Staff
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Drivers & Office Assistants
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Security Personnel
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Subject Specialists (for academic roles)
How to Apply for NECO Recruitment 2025/2026
To apply successfully for the NECO recruitment:
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Visit the official portal www.neco.gov.ng
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Select the recruitment menu and choose your preferred position.
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Carefully read the job description and requirements.
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Create an account (if required) and log in.
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Fill in your personal details correctly.
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Upload your credentials (CV, educational certificates, passport photograph, etc.).
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Double-check your application before submission.
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Submit and print out the acknowledgment slip.
Required Documents for NECO Recruitment
Applicants must upload the following:
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Passport photograph
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Birth certificate/age declaration
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O’level certificate (WAEC/NECO/GCE)
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Degree/OND/NCE/HND certificates
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NYSC discharge/exemption certificate
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Local Government identification letter
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CV/Resume
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Professional certifications (if applicable)
NECO Recruitment Process 2025/2026
The recruitment exercise usually follows these stages:
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Application Submission – Candidates apply online via the portal.
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Shortlisting – Only qualified applicants are shortlisted.
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Screening/Exams – A Computer-Based Test (CBT) will be conducted.
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Interview – Oral or written interview for shortlisted candidates.
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Final Selection – Successful candidates receive appointment letters.
Deadline for Federal Polytechnic Offa Recruitment
Six (6) weeks after the publication date is the deadline for applications. To avoid the last-minute rush, candidates are encouraged to apply early.
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