Nigerian Army – This is to notify the general public that the list of admitted candidates has been released. Candidates shortlisted below are to report for the Short Service Combatant Course 46/2020 Selection Interview scheduled to hold in 2 batches at the Nigerian Defence Academy (Old Site), Kaduna from 8 November – 7 December 2019.

Nigerian Army List of Shortlisted Candidates for Short Service Combatant Course 46/2020 Selection Board

Details
Candidates shortlisted below are to report for the Short Service Combatant Course 46/2020 Selection Interview scheduled to hold in 2 batches at the Nigerian Defence Academy (Old Site), Kaduna from 8 November – 7 December 2019.

• Batch One 8 – 22 November 2019 includes: Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno, Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, FCT, Gombe, Imo and Jigawa.
• Batch Two 22 November – 7 December 2019 includes: Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger, Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe and Zamfara.

General Instructions to Candidates

• The selection interview will be in 2 batches. Candidates in Batch 1 are to report to the venue on 8 November 2019 while those in Batch 2 are to report on 22 November 2019.

Requirements
Candidates are required to report at the interview venue with the following:

• Writing materials including ruler and eraser.
• 2 pairs of plain white short sleeve vests.
• 2 pairs of navy blue shorts.
• Canvas shoes/trainers and white socks.
• Toiletries.
• Set of cutleries including plates and drinking cups.
• Beddings to include, white bedspread and pillow case.
• 4 copies of full size colour photographs in standing position and in suit.
• The selection board will involve physical, medical and academic tests. There will also be an oral interview for all candidates.
• Candidates will be required to produce original and photocopies of the following:
  • All academic/professional certificates including degree/HND, WASC/GCE or equivalent, testimonials, NYSC Discharge or valid Exemption Certificate as applicable in a file jacket.
  • Valid birth certificate as endorsed by the National Population Commission, hospital, Local Government Council of birth or valid age declaration.
  • Valid certificate of state of origin.
  • Military Identity Card (for Service Personnel).
  • Letter of recommendation by the commanding officer for military personnel.
  • Letter of sponsorship in tertiary academic institution for military personnel.
  • Printed Bank Verification Number (BVN) certificate authenticated by a bank.
• Candidates will be fed and accommodated for the duration of the interview.
• Candidates would be responsible for their transportation to and from the interview venue.
• The use of personal/private vehicles will not be allowed throughout the duration of the interview.
• Visitors will not be allowed throughout the duration of the interview.
• Candidates will report at Nigerian Defence Academy (Old Site), Kaduna on the date indicated for their batch. Candidates will be received from 8 am. Candidates who arrive later than 6 pm on 8 November 2019 for batch 1 and 22 November 2019 for batch 2 will be disqualified.
• A high standard of discipline is expected from all candidates. Candidates could be disqualified on disciplinary grounds.

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Note: The Nigerian Army shall not be liable for any injuries/death recorded in the course of the selection interview.

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