The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has announced a recruitment exercise for 2025, inviting Nigerians from various educational backgrounds and professional fields to apply for positions within the commission. The announcement, published by Legit.ng on 24 October 2026, outlines four broad categories of roles, each with specific academic, physical, and personal criteria.
Four Categories of EFCC Positions and Their Requirements
The first category is the Assistant Superintendent of EFCC II, graded at GL 08. This position requires a Bachelor's degree or Higher National Diploma (HND), and applicants must be between 18 and 30 years of age. The second category, Inspector of EFCC II at GL 06, is open to holders of a National Diploma (ND) or Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE), with an age limit of 27 years.
The third category, Detective Assistant II at GL 04, requires a minimum of five credit passes in WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics. This role is open to applicants aged between 18 and 25 years. The fourth category covers professionals and skilled workers in fields such as Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, Nursing, Engineering, ICT, Finance, Human Resources, Media, Research, Administration, and Driving.
General Eligibility and Physical Standards for All Applicants
Across all categories, applicants must be Nigerian citizens, possess basic computer skills, be medically fit, and hold no criminal record. Where applicable, candidates must present a valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate. For cadet positions, physical requirements apply: males must be at least 1.67 metres tall, and females at least 1.64 metres. Cadets must also be single at the time of application.
The application portal is located at recruitment.efcc.gov.ng, and the commission states that applying is free of charge. Submissions must be made within one week of the exercise's commencement date, as per the recruitment notice.
Important Verification and Application Steps
Prospective applicants are advised to verify the current status and authenticity of this notice directly through the EFCC's official website before proceeding, as the announcement has not been independently confirmed. This is crucial to avoid falling victim to fraudulent recruitment schemes.
The EFCC recruitment exercise is part of the commission's efforts to strengthen its workforce in the fight against economic and financial crimes in Nigeria. Eligible candidates are encouraged to apply within the specified window, ensuring they meet all requirements and submit their applications through the official portal only.
