The Nigerian Army has released names of shortlisted candidates for the Short Service Combatant Commission Course 49/2026 Selection Board.
The Military Secretary (Army) stated this in a statement on Monday, and directed applicants to visit its website for the full list.
The shortlisted candidates have been advised to report to the Nigerian Defence Academy, Ribadu Campus, Kaduna State, on December 1, 2025.his
“Candidates are advised to be in Kaduna on November 30, 2025 and report to the Selection Board venue between 6 am and 11 am on December 1, 2025,” the statement partly read.
The Army warned that “candidates who arrive after 11am on 1 December 2025 will be automatically disqualified.”
The candidates are required to present original and photocopies of all academic and professional certificates, including NYSC discharge or exemption certificates.
They must also bring a valid birth certificate, certificate of state of origin, BVN printout, NIN slip, and completed forms from the SSCC portal.
The Army further listed items candidates must come with, including writing materials, blue shorts, white T-shirts, white canvas shoes, toiletries, beddings, full-size coloured photographs, and scratch cards for checking WAEC or NECO results.
Parents or guardians must also provide a “duly signed Letter of Consent” made in a recognised court of law, declaring they will not seek compensation for any injury or death during the exercise.
The selection process will include document verification, physical and medical tests, academic assessments and an oral interview.
The Army noted that any alteration on documents will automatically render them invalid.
According to the statement, candidates will be accommodated and fed during the screening but must cater for their transportation. The use of private vehicles and visits from outsiders are prohibited during the screening, adding that “candidates who violate any instruction during the Selection Board will be disqualified.”
The statement said due to the military nature of the screening, the Nigerian Army will not be liable for injuries or deaths recorded during the selection.
