Get the latest update on NAQS Shortlisted Candidates 2026. Find out why the shortlist was postponed, how to check your name on recruitment.naqs.gov.ng, CBT date, documents to bring, and scam warnings. Updated August 2026.
Are NAQS Shortlisted candidates 2026 out? How can I check NAQS recruitment shortlist 2026? If you applied for the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) recruitment and you are anxiously waiting to see whether your name is on the shortlisted candidates list, this article gives you the most accurate and honest update available right now.
Read every section carefully, especially the postponement notice and the scam warning because there is critical information you cannot afford to miss.
Is NAQS Shortlisted Candidates 2026 Out?
The NAQS Shortlist Portal 2026 is now open for applicants to check their application status following the latest update from the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS).
Candidates whose status shows progression should prepare for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), which will be conducted online through the recruitment portal from Thursday, 20 August 2026.
The Numbers Behind This Recruitment
The scale of this recruitment exercise explains why the shortlisting is taking longer than expected. Out of a massive pool of applicants, only 407,659 successfully submitted their applications before the portal’s deadline. This indicates that 199,269 applications were left incomplete at the close of the application period, automatically disqualifying those individuals from the shortlisting phase.
The distribution of the 407,659 successful applications across the nine recruitment cadres shows heavy concentration in specific roles, particularly the Assistant Superintendent of Quarantine (ASQ II) cadre, which requires an HND or BSc. This cadre alone accounted for over 71% of all successful applications, making it the most competitive category by a significant margin.
How to Check the NAQS Shortlist
Once management officially releases the shortlist, you will need to verify your status promptly so you can print your exam slip and prepare for the upcoming CBT. The NAQS uses a digital portal to manage candidate statuses.
When the shortlist is officially released, follow these steps:
– Go directly to https://recruitment.naqs.gov.ng type the address yourself, do not click links from WhatsApp or Telegram
– Log in using your registered email address and password from your original application
– Navigate to the “Application Status” or “Shortlisted Candidates” section on your dashboard
– Your recruitment status will be displayed shortlisted or not shortlisted
– If shortlisted, download and print your CBT exam slip immediately
– Note your assigned CBT date, venue, and reporting time carefully
– NAQS will reach out to shortlisted candidates via the email or phone number provided during application — so also check your inbox including spam and junk folders
NAQS CBT Date and What To Know
Candidates whose status shows progression should prepare for the Computer-Based Test (CBT), which will be conducted online through the recruitment portal from Thursday, 20 August 2026.
The CBT will cover four main areas:
- NAQS and Agricultural Quarantine – knowledge of the agency’s mandate, functions, and operations
- General Knowledge and Current Affairs – recent events in Nigeria and globally
- English Language – comprehension, grammar, and communication
- Mathematics – basic numerical reasoning and problem solving
Given the fierce competition, especially in the ASQ II cadre, your performance on the CBT must be exemplary. Start preparing now do not wait for the new date to be announced before you begin studying.
Required Documents to Bring to NAQS Screening
When your CBT and screening dates are eventually confirmed, bring originals and at least two clear photocopies of every item below:
- Printed CBT exam slip downloaded from the recruitment portal
- Valid means of identification NIN slip, National ID Card, Voter’s Card, or International Passport
- O’Level certificate WAEC, NECO, or GCE
- First Degree, HND, OND, or NCE certificate as applicable
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Letter
- Birth Certificate or sworn Age Declaration
- Certificate of Origin confirming your state and LGA
- Two recent passport photographs on a white background
- Medical fitness certificate from a government hospital
- Professional certifications where applicable
What to Do If Your Name Is Not on the Shortlist
If the shortlist is eventually released and your name is not there, here is honest practical advice:
- Do not pay anyone claiming they can add your name, this is the most common scam at this stage
- Do not travel to any screening centre without an official invitation from NAQS
- Review your original application for errors incomplete uploads, wrong cadre selection, or mismatched personal details are common reasons for not being shortlisted
- With over 407,659 applicants competing for limited positions, not being shortlisted does not mean you failed — it means competition was extremely high
- Begin preparing for future recruitment cycles at other federal agencies currently open
Scam Warning!!
Do not download or trust any PDF currently circulating online that claims to be the final NAQS shortlist unless it can be traced to an official NAQS communication channel.
The moment any federal shortlist is delayed, fraudsters immediately flood WhatsApp groups, Telegram channels, and unofficial websites with fake shortlist PDFs often charging candidates money to access them or to “confirm” their names. This is happening right now with NAQS.
Protect yourself completely:
- The NAQS shortlist is completely free no payment required at any stage
- Only trust the official portal at recruitment.naqs.gov.ng
- Official NAQS communications come through your registered email not WhatsApp
- Any individual claiming to sell NAQS shortlist access or guarantee your CBT slot is running a fraud
Frequently Asked Questions
Where will the NAQS shortlist be published?
Names of shortlisted candidates shall be published online at recruitment.naqs.gov.ng. Check there directly — not on third-party blogs or social media.
Will shortlisted candidates be contacted directly?
Yes. NAQS will reach out to shortlisted candidates via the email or phone number provided during application. Keep both active and check daily.
Is checking the NAQS shortlist free?
Yes, completely free. Applications are free and must be completed online through the official recruitment portal. The same applies to checking the shortlist.
When is the NAQS CBT date?
CBT screening and interviews are scheduled but applicants should wait for further official instructions from NAQS since the shortlist has been postponed. Monitor recruitment.naqs.gov.ng for the confirmed new date.
Stay Updated
We will publish the full list of shortlisted candidates on this website as soon as it is released. Make sure you bookmark this page because new information about this recruitment can surface anytime.
If you still have any questions regarding the registration procedures, just leave a comment on this page, and we will respond immediately.
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