Nigerian Army Recruitment 85RRI: Step-by-Step Application Guide

Posted by Admin on March 26, 2023 0

The Nigerian Army has announced the opening of its 85th Regular Recruits Intake (RRI) for 2023, inviting applications from qualified candidates for both tradesmen/women and non-tradesmen/women positions. In this post, we will provide an overview of the qualifications, requirements, and application process to guide you through your journey to becoming a part of the Nigerian Army.

Nigerian Army Recruitment Requirements

Minimum Educational Requirement:

To be eligible, all applicants must have a minimum of 4 credits or passes (including English and Maths) in no more than two sittings in WASCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB. Tradesmen/women applicants must also possess a Trade Test/City Guild Certificate. Visit the Nigerian Army’s website for more information on specific trade qualifications.

Basic Requirements:

Be a single Nigerian citizen by birth
Possess a National Identity Card/NIN or BVN
Meet medical, physical, and psychological fitness standards set by the Nigerian Army
Have no criminal convictions
Hold a valid birth certificate or age declaration endorsed by the National Population Commission, Hospital, or Local Government Council
Possess a valid certificate of state of origin
Meet height requirements: at least 1.68 meters for males and 1.65 meters for females
Be between 18-22 years old for non-tradesmen/women applicants, and no older than 26 years for tradesmen/women applicants as of April 31, 2023

Requirements Summary:

Minimum Age (Non-Trades)	18
Maximum Age (Non-Trades)	22
Minimum Age (Trades)	18
Maximum Age (Trades)	26
Minimum Height (Male)	1.68 meters
Minimum Height (Female)	1.65 meters
Minimum Educational Qualification	WASCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB + Trade Test/City Guild Certificate (for tradesmen/women)
Application Period	13 Mar 23 – 14 Apr 23

How to Apply for Nigerian Army Recruitment Form

Visit the online application portal at https://recruitment.army.mil.ng/darrr.
Create a user account using a functional email address as your username.
Log in using your username and password.
Fill out and submit the application form, then print a copy.
Print and complete the Guarantor Form.
Bring copies of the Application and Guarantor Forms to your state’s recruitment centre.

Important Dates:

Shortlisted candidates’ names will be published on the Nigerian Army website.
State Recruitment Screening Exercise will take place from May 2 to May 17, 2023.
Application deadline: April 14, 2023.

Nigerian Army Recruitment General Instructions

No Pre-Selection Computer Based Test will be conducted.
All screening will take place at candidates’ respective state of origin.
Candidates must follow COVID-19 protocols during the recruitment process.
Candidates caught falsifying or forging results/documents will be disqualified and handed to the police for prosecution.
Avoid giving gratification or inducements to anyone during the recruitment exercise.
If in doubt, call support lines: 070812711985 and 07041467033.