Nigeria Police Screening Date 2026 Venue, Documents and CBT Preparation

Nigeria Police screening date 2026 — find out the official NPF screening date, examination centres for all 36 states, documents to bring, CBT preparation tips, and what happens after screening. Complete guide for all Nigeria Police shortlisted candidates.

If you applied for the Nigeria Police recruitment exercise and have been shortlisted, the next major milestone on your radar is the Nigeria Police screening date for 2026. This is the stage where things get real.

The Police Service Commission (PSC) and the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) announced that physical and credential screening for the 50,000 constables recruitment ran from March 9 to April 18, 2026, across designated centres in all 36 states and the FCT.

Candidates were required to print and present the following documents at their screening venue: Invitation Slip, Guarantors Form, Credential Screening Form, Application Submission Slip, and Physical Screening Form.

Has the Nigeria Police Screening Date 2026 Been Announced?

The Nigeria Police Force has officially published its list of 1st Batch, 2nd Batch, and 3rd Batch PDF lists of candidates whose centers and screening dates have been released to commence screening and training activities.

The PSC and NPF fixed April 28–30, 2026 for the written examination at designated centres across all 36 states and the FCT. Only candidates who successfully passed the physical and credential screening were eligible. Qualified applicants were to log on to npfapplication.psc.gov.ng from April 24, 2026 to print their Examination Invitation Card.

If you have been shortlisted, your specific screening date and center will be communicated to you directly. Nigeria Police will contact shortlisted applicants through their registered email addresses. Check your inbox and spam folder regularly. Also, keep an eye on SMS updates from the Nigeria Police Force, as both channels are used to reach candidates.

The only place to confirm your official screening details is the Nigeria Police recruitment portal at npfapplication.psc.gov.ng.. Do not rely on information from unofficial sources or social media accounts claiming to have inside knowledge.

Where will the Nigeria Police Screening 2026 be held?

The screening will be held nationwide across all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Shortlisted candidates will be expected to report to their designated centers in their respective states.

The Nigeria Police Force management has stated that the scheduled NPF physical screening, which is part of the recruitment process for all NPF shortlisted candidates, will be held this year, adding that the Nigeria Police screening exercise will last for two (2) weeks.

Applicants who have been shortlisted from every state will be able to view and confirm their respective examination centres. A comprehensive list of test locations for all thirty-six states is provided below.

Abia State
Adamawa State
Akwa Ibom State
Anambra State
Bauchi State
Bayelsa State
Benue State
Borno State
Cross River
Delta State
Ebonyi State
Edo State
Ekiti State
Enugu State
Gombe State
Imo State
Jigawa State
Kaduna State
Kano State
Katsina State
Kebbi State
Kogi State
Kwara State
Lagos State
Minna State
Nassarawa State
Niger State
Ogun State
Ondo State
Osun State
Oyo State
Plateau State
Rivers State
Sokoto State
Taraba State
Yobe State
Zamfara State
Federal Capital Territory, Abuja

Here are Some Documents to Bring to the Nigeria Police Screening 2026

This is where many candidates trip up. Do not show up to the screening centre without a complete and properly organized file. Here is what you must come with:

Original and photocopies of all academic certificates — WAEC, NECO, OND, HND, or B.Sc as applicable
NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate for degree and HND holders
Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
Certificate of State of Origin signed by your Local Government Chairman or Secretary
Valid means of identification — National ID Card, Voter’s Card, International Passport, or Driver’s Licence
NIN slip or printout
Printed NPF online application form
Printed screening invitation slip from the NPF portal
Passport photographs on a white background
Writing materials for the CBT

Do not show up with expired documents or unclear photocopies. Officials are thorough, and anything that raises doubt about the authenticity of your credentials will be flagged.

Nigeria Police Medical Screening Date 2026

According to updates, medical screening is scheduled to begin on May 17, 2026 for candidates who passed the CBT. This is the next stage to watch out for.

Quick FAQs on Nigeria Police Screening Date 2026

Where do I check my Nigeria Police screening centre? The only official platform to verify your status and screening centre is the NPF portal at npfapplication.psc.gov.ng.

Q: Can I change my assigned screening centre? No. Your screening centre is assigned based on your application details. You must report to your designated location as specified on your invitation slip.

Q: What if I miss my NPF screening date? Missing your assigned screening date without prior communication results in automatic disqualification. There are no provisions for rescheduling under normal circumstances.

Q: How long does the CBT last? The examination is expected to last for 60 minutes.

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