Nigerian Navy Basic Training School Recruitment 2026 (Batch 39)

The Nigerian Navy has announced the official commencement of recruitment for Batch 39 of the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS).

Important Warning: 

The recruitment exercise is 100% FREE OF CHARGE. Do not pay any money to agents, cybercafés, or fraudsters claiming to offer enlistment slots or special assistance.

Key Dates

• Application Portal Opens: October 2, 2026
• Application Portal Closes: October 31, 2026
• Aptitude Test: November 29, 2026
• Basic Training Starts: December 12, 2026

General Eligibility & Requirements
Nationality: 

• Must be a citizen of Nigeria by birth.
• Identification: Must possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
• Marital Status: Must be single and remain single throughout the period of basic training.
• Physical & Health Fitness: Must be medically, psychologically, and physically fit. Must have no criminal convictions by a court of law.
• Height Requirements:
• Males: Minimum of 1.69 metres
• Females: Minimum of 1.65 metres
• Language: Must be proficient in English Language (spoken and written).

Educational Qualifications & Age Limits
Non-Tradesmen (General Duty):

• Age: 18 to 22 years old (as of December 31, 2026).
• Qualification: Minimum of 5 credits including Mathematics and English in WAEC / NECO / GCE / NABTEB in not more than 2 sittings (results must not be older than 2020).
• Tradesmen & Artisans (Specialists / Craftsmen):
• Age: 18 to 26 years old.

Qualification: 

• 5 credits including Mathematics and English (results not older than 2015), or Trade Test Certificates alongside a credit in English Language and 4 passes in other subjects (for trades like tailoring, plumbing, carpentry, refrigeration, etc., with results not older than 2017).
• Medical / Health Allied Professions: Must possess an ND from a recognized training institution and a valid practicing license.

Supporting Documents Required Upon Completion

After completing your online registration, you must print and keep the following document forms:

• Acknowledgement Form
• Parent / Guardian Consent Form
• Local Government Attestation Form (Must be signed by a military officer of rank Commander/equivalent, Superintendent of Police or above, or Local Government Chairman)
• Guarantor’s Certification Form

How to Apply (Step-by-Step)

• Visit the official Nigerian Navy recruitment portal: joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng.
• Register a new candidate profile using your active email address and phone number.
• Verify your NIN record.
• Select your enlistment category (Non-Tradesmen or Tradesmen).
• Fill out your details, upload your credentials, and submit a clear passport photograph (under 100KB, JPG/PNG format).
• Submit the form and print out all required confirmation and attestation slips.

See Also: Evidence Action – Hiring Manager, Program – Immunization Demand Generation (Consultant)

Note: Only one valid application is permitted per candidate. Submitting multiple applications leads to automatic disqualification.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY