The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) recruitment exercise has progressed to the oral interview stage, and shortlisted applicants are advised to carefully review the screening process, interview schedule, and approved dress code.
Applicants who have successfully progressed to this stage should ensure that they check their application status and print their invitation letters within the specified dates.
CDCFIB Recruitment Verification Stage
Before attending the oral interview, applicants are required to complete the necessary verification process.
Step One: Confirm Your Selection
Applicants are required to provide their screening number and National Identification Number (NIN) to confirm whether they have been successfully shortlisted to proceed to the final stages of the CDCFIB recruitment exercise.
Step Two: Provide Banking Details
Applicants who successfully progress through the verification process may then be required to set up or provide their banking details as instructed through the official recruitment platform.
CDCFIB Oral Interview Screening Schedule
The oral interview screening process is divided into two categories based on applicants’ educational qualifications.
Category One: Graduates
This category covers applicants with:
- Bachelor’s degree qualifications
- Higher National Diploma (HND)
- Postgraduate qualifications, where applicable
Applicants in this category are scheduled to check their application status from 31 August to 2 September 2026.
Successful applicants can also print their interview invitation letters within the stipulated period.
Category Two: NCE, OND and SSCE Applicants
The second category covers applicants with:
- NCE from Colleges of Education
- OND from Polytechnics or Monotechnics
- SSCE, including WAEC and NECO qualifications
Applicants in this category are scheduled to check their application status from 7 September to 9 September 2026.
When Does the CDCFIB Oral Interview Begin?
According to the information provided, the physical oral interview is scheduled to commence on 7 September 2026.
All shortlisted applicants are advised to check their application status and invitation details before the interview date. This will give successful candidates sufficient time to make the necessary preparations.
Approved CDCFIB Oral Interview Dress Code
The CDCFIB has provided dress-code guidance for applicants attending the oral interview.
The recommended dress code includes:
- White T-shirt: Short- or long-sleeved for male applicants. For female applicants, the specific sleeve preference is optional.
- White shorts or plain white trousers: Applicants may wear white camp shorts or plain white long trousers. The long-trouser option is also applicable to female applicants.
- White sports sneakers: Applicants should wear white sports shoes.
- White socks
- Head scarf: Where applicable and as permitted, particularly for female applicants.
Important Dress Code Notice
Applicants are strongly advised to follow the stated dress-code requirements and any instructions contained in their official interview invitation.
Failure to comply with official instructions may result in difficulties at the interview venue. Applicants should therefore avoid wearing inappropriate or unrelated outfits.
CDCFIB Recruitment Timeline
The CDCFIB recruitment exercise reportedly commenced in July 2025 and progressed through the application and screening stages.
Registration reportedly closed on 11 August 2025, and the recruitment exercise has now progressed to its final stages, including the oral interview process.
Applicants should rely on the official CDCFIB recruitment channels and their invitation letters for the latest information regarding their individual interview dates, venue, documentation, and other requirements.
Final Advice to Applicants
If you have been shortlisted for the CDCFIB oral interview, make sure you:
- Check your application status within the applicable period.
- Print your official invitation letter where required.
- Confirm your interview date and venue.
- Prepare all required documents.
- Follow the official dress-code instructions.
- Arrive at the interview venue early.
- Follow all instructions given by recruitment officials.
Applicants are encouraged to remain alert for official updates and avoid relying solely on information circulated on social media.
We wish all shortlisted applicants success in the forthcoming CDCFIB oral interview.
