By Chuks Oyema-Aziken
The Nigerian Army has released the list of successful candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026 recruitment exercise.
The announcement was contained in a statement signed on Monday by the Military Secretary (Army), directing shortlisted candidates to report for training at the Nigerian Army School of Infantry (NASI), Jaji, Kaduna State, by 9:00 a.m. on February 22, 2026.
According to the statement, applicants are to confirm their status on the Nigerian Army recruitment portal at https://recruitment.army.mil.ng.
“The Nigerian Army is pleased to inform the general public that the list of successful candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026 Selection Board is now available on the NA recruitment website,” the statement said.
The Army listed items candidates must present at the Selection Board venue, warning that failure to comply strictly with the guidelines could lead to disqualification.
Shortlisted candidates are expected to report with writing materials, four copies each of recent coloured passport photographs and full-size coloured photographs taken in a standing position while wearing a suit. The Army directed that each full-size photograph must have the candidate’s surname, first name, other names, date of birth, service number (for serving personnel only), and current unit (for serving personnel only) written at the back.
Other required items include scratch cards for online verification of WAEC and/or NECO results, three plain white short-sleeve vests, three pairs of blue shorts, one pair of canvas shoes or trainers, three pairs of white socks, a bucket and toiletries, a set of cutlery including plates and drinking cups, as well as beddings such as blankets, bedspreads, mosquito nets, and pillowcases.
The Nigerian Army reiterated that only candidates who comply fully with the instructions would be allowed to participate in the selection process.
