CDCFIB Shortlists Candidates for Oral Interview 2026: Check Graduate, NCE/OND/SSCE Lists and Invitation Letters

CDCFIB Shortlists Candidates for Oral Interview 2026: Check Graduate, NCE/OND/SSCE Lists and Invitation Letters

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has announced the next stage of its 2024/2025 recruitment exercise, notifying candidates who participated in the recently concluded physical and medical screening that the assessment and shortlisting process has been completed.

According to a press release dated 28 August 2026, successful candidates selected for the final oral interview are expected to check their status through the official CDCFIB recruitment portal.

The development concerns recruitment into four federal security agencies under the CDCFIB: the Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), Federal Fire Service (FFS), and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC).

CDCFIB Oral Interview Shortlist 2026
Candidates who took part in the physical and medical screening exercise are advised to pay close attention to the latest announcement from the Board.

The CDCFIB stated that it has concluded the assessment and shortlisting process following the screening exercise.

This means candidates who successfully progressed through the recruitment stages may now be required to check whether they have been shortlisted for the final oral interview.

The oral interview is an important stage of the recruitment process because only candidates who are shortlisted for this final exercise will be granted access to the designated interview venue.

Candidates should therefore avoid relying on information shared through unofficial WhatsApp groups, Facebook pages, blogs or individuals claiming to have access to the shortlist.

When Will Graduate Candidates Check the CDCFIB Shortlist?

According to the official press release, candidates who applied under the Graduate Category are required to visit the

CDCFIB recruitment portal from: Monday, 31 August to Wednesday, 2 September 2026.

During this period, graduate applicants should log into the recruitment portal and check whether they have been shortlisted for the oral interview.

Candidates who find their names or application details on the shortlist should carefully follow the instructions provided on the portal.

They may also be required to select a suitable interview venue, date and time before printing their invitation letter.

NCE, OND and SSCE Candidates

The Board also provided a separate period for candidates who applied using NCE, OND or SSCE qualifications.

According to the announcement, these candidates are expected to visit the same official CDCFIB recruitment portal from:
Monday, 7 September to Wednesday, 9 September 2026.

Applicants in this category should use the specified period to check whether they have been shortlisted for the oral interview.

Candidates should ensure that the information they enter on the portal corresponds with the details they used during the recruitment application.

How to Check CDCFIB Oral Interview Shortlist

Candidates should follow these steps when the relevant checking period begins:

1. Visit the official CDCFIB recruitment portal.
2. Log in using the required application details.
3. Navigate to the shortlist or oral interview section.
4. Check whether you have been shortlisted.
5. If shortlisted, carefully follow the instructions displayed.
6. Select an available venue, date and time where required.
7. Print your invitation letter.
8. Keep the invitation letter safely and take it along to the interview venue.

The Board specifically advised candidates to obtain their information from the official recruitment portal rather than relying on email notifications.

The official recruitment portal referenced in the press release is http://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng

CDCFIB Will Not Send Shortlist Emails
One of the most important points in the latest announcement is that the CDCFIB will not send emails to candidates regarding this stage of the recruitment exercise.

The Board stated that all communications should be obtained from the recruitment portal.

This warning is particularly important because recruitment exercises often attract scammers who contact applicants through phone calls, text messages, social media or email and claim to have information about shortlisted candidates.

Applicants should therefore be extremely careful.

If someone contacts you claiming that you have been shortlisted and asks you to pay money before accessing your interview letter, you should treat the request as suspicious.

Candidates Must Select Venue, Date and Time

Shortlisted candidates are expected to take action after confirming their status.
According to the CDCFIB announcement, successful candidates will be required to select a venue nearest to them, as well as an interview date and time, where applicable.

After completing the selection process, candidates should print their letters of invitation.

The invitation letter is important because it provides evidence that the candidate has been officially shortlisted for the final exercise.

Candidates should also carefully read all instructions contained in their invitation letters and comply with the requirements specified by the Board.

Dress Code for the CDCFIB Oral Interview
Candidates who are invited to the oral interview should pay attention to the dress code specified in their invitation letters.

The Board instructed shortlisted candidates to appear strictly in the dress code specified in their letters of invitation.

Applicants should therefore avoid assuming that any particular outfit is acceptable without checking the instructions attached to their individual invitation.

Following the specified dress code and arriving at the designated venue at the required time can help candidates avoid unnecessary problems on the day of the interview.

CDCFIB Recruitment Is Free

The CDCFIB has again emphasized that the recruitment process is free of charge.
Candidates should not pay money to anyone in exchange for shortlisting, an interview slot, employment, posting or any other recruitment-related benefit.

The Board advised applicants to disregard individuals or groups demanding payment for employment in any form.

Anyone who encounters a person demanding money in connection with the recruitment process should report the matter to an appropriate security agency or person in authority.

Important Warning to CDCFIB Applicants
Applicants should be particularly careful during this stage because scammers may attempt to exploit the excitement surrounding the release of the shortlist.

Do not share sensitive login information with strangers. Do not pay for a supposed “guaranteed shortlist” and do not trust unofficial links claiming to provide access to the CDCFIB interview list.

The safest approach is to type the official portal address directly into your browser and check your recruitment status there.
The CDCFIB’s official website is CDCFIB official website.

What Shortlisted Candidates Should Do Now

If you participated in the physical and medical screening, your next step should be to monitor the official recruitment portal according to your application category.

Graduate applicants: Check from 31 August to 2 September 2026.

NCE/OND/SSCE applicants: Check from 7 September to 9 September 2026.

If shortlisted, complete the required venue, date and time selection and print your invitation letter.

It is also advisable to keep your original credentials and other recruitment documents safely available in case they are required during the oral interview.

Final Thoughts

The CDCFIB’s latest announcement represents a significant development in the long-running 2024/2025 recruitment exercise. Candidates who successfully completed the physical and medical screening now have an opportunity to progress to the oral interview stage.

However, applicants should carefully distinguish between official information and rumours circulating online. The Board has made it clear that candidates should obtain recruitment updates through the official portal and that it will not send shortlist communications by email.

Candidates are therefore encouraged to remain alert, check the portal during their designated period, follow every instruction provided, and avoid anyone demanding payment for recruitment-related services.

Disclaimer: This article is based on the CDCFIB press release dated 28 August 2026 supplied with this update. Candidates should rely on the official CDCFIB portal and official Board communications for their individual shortlist status, venue, date, time and interview requirements.