Searching for the Nigerian Army shortlisted candidates 2026 list, the Nigerian Army 91RRI shortlist PDF, the Nigerian Army DSSC Course 29/2026 shortlist, how to check the shortlist on recruitment.army.mil.ng, or the Nigerian Army screening and training dates?
This post explains which shortlists have been released, how to check your name on the official recruitment portal, what to bring to screening, what happens after shortlisting, and answers to common questions from Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) and DSSC applicants.
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About the Nigerian Army
The Nigerian Army is the land force of the Nigerian Armed Forces and the largest of its three services. It recruits through several routes: the Regular Recruit Intake (RRI) for soldiers (tradesmen/women and non-tradesmen/women), and the Short Service Commission (SSC) and Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) for graduates who join as officers.
Each route has its own portal timeline, selection process, and training location, which is why people often confuse the different shortlists.
Is the Nigerian Army Shortlist 2026 Out?
Yes, for both routes below. The recruits’ (RRI) list and the DSSC list were published on the official recruitment portal earlier in the year.
1. 91st Regular Recruits Intake (91RRI)
- Application window: 30 March to 17 May 2026
- Shortlist released: Wednesday, 3 June 2026, on the official recruitment portal, with lists published by state
- State screening exercise: 9 to 23 June 2026, held at each candidate’s state of origin screening centre, not state of residence
- Categories covered: Tradesmen/women and non-tradesmen/women
2. Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026
- Application window: 7 January to 4 February 2026
- Shortlist released: 9 February 2026, announced by the Military Secretary (Army) and published on the Army recruitment website
- Reporting date: shortlisted candidates were to report to the Nigerian Army School of Infantry (NASI), Jaji, Kaduna State, from 9am on 22 February 2026
- Selection Board: 23 February to 8 March 2026
How to Check Your Name on the Nigerian Army Shortlist
- Go to the official portal: recruitment.army.mil.ng (the RRI lists have been reported under the portal’s “drm” section).
- Select the category you applied for: Regular Recruits Intake, or SSC/DSSC.
- For RRI, click your state of origin and search the list for your name or application number.
- For DSSC, open the Selection Board shortlist notice for your course.
- Do not rely on screenshots or lists posted on WhatsApp, Telegram, or social media pages. Cross-check on the official portal.
The Army’s lists are published only on its own channels. Do not pay anyone to add your name or “help you pass” screening.
What You Need for Verification
Use the instructions in your own portal notice as the final word, because requirements are set per exercise. As a general guide, have ready:
- Printouts of your application and any forms generated on the portal, including referee or guarantor forms where required
- Original and photocopies of your educational certificates
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- Certificate of State of Origin or Local Government identification
- Valid means of identification and NIN
- Passport photographs
- Writing materials (listed in the DSSC Selection Board notice)
Next Steps After Being Shortlisted
RRI route (soldiers):
- Report to your state-of-origin screening centre on the stated screening dates
- Complete document verification, medical and physical screening
- Wait for the Army’s list of successful candidates
- Training for successful recruits is reported to take place at the Nigerian Army Depot, Zaria, for about six months
The 91RRI exercise reportedly had no pre-selection Computer-Based Test.
DSSC route (officers):
- Report to NASI, Jaji for the Selection Board
- Complete the board assessments
- Successful candidates proceed to officer training, which is reported to run for six months
Nigerian Army Screening/Training Date
| Exercise | Stage | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 91RRI | Shortlist released | 3 June 2026 |
| 91RRI | State screening | 9 to 23 June 2026 |
| DSSC 29/2026 | Shortlist released | 9 February 2026 |
| DSSC 29/2026 | Report to NASI, Jaji | 22 February 2026 (9am) |
| DSSC 29/2026 | Selection Board | 23 February to 8 March 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nigerian Army shortlist 2026 out?
Yes. The 91RRI shortlist came out on 3 June 2026, and the DSSC 29/2026 shortlist on 9 February 2026.
Where do I check my name?
On the official Army recruitment portal, recruitment.army.mil.ng.
Is there a 92RRI shortlist?
One blog claims so, but the claim is unverified. Wait for an announcement on the official portal.
Where do I attend RRI screening?
At the screening centre in your state of origin, not where you live.
Is there a CBT for 91RRI?
Reports say there was no pre-selection Computer-Based Test.
Is Nigerian Army recruitment free?
Yes. Never pay anyone to add your name or pass screening.
What is the difference between RRI and DSSC?
RRI is for soldiers with SSCE-level qualifications. DSSC is for graduates joining as commissioned officers.
How long is the training?
About six months for both routes, as reported.
Conclusion
The Nigerian Army has published its 91RRI shortlist (3 June 2026) and its DSSC Course 29/2026 shortlist (9 February 2026), both on recruitment.army.mil.ng. If you were shortlisted, your next steps depend on your route, and the key rule is to follow your own portal instructions.
Be careful with unverified claims, including the current “92RRI” page, and check only the official portal.
We’ll update this post when the Army announces its next shortlist or screening dates.
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