The Nigerian Army has released the list of shortlisted candidates for its Short Service Combatant Commission (SSCC) Course 50/2027, directing successful applicants to prepare for the next stage of the selection exercise scheduled to begin later this month.
The Army made the announcement in a notice published on its official X account on Thursday, November 5, 2026, confirming that applicants can now check their selection status through the official recruitment portal.
According to the announcement, shortlisted candidates are expected to report to the Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Ribadu Campus, Old Site, Kaduna State, from November 23, 2026.
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The selection exercise will run from November 23 to December 11, 2026.
The Short Service Combatant Commission programme provides qualified Nigerian civilians and serving military personnel with an opportunity to become commissioned officers in the Nigerian Army.
Successful candidates will serve in the Combat Arms, comprising Infantry and Armour, as well as Combat Support Arms, including Artillery, Engineers, Signals and Intelligence.
The Army stated that candidates who successfully complete the required training are typically commissioned as Second Lieutenants under a 15-year short service commission.
How to Check the Nigerian Army SSCC 50/2027 Shortlist
Applicants who participated in the recruitment exercise, which ran from August to October 17, 2026, have been advised to visit the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal to confirm whether they have been shortlisted.
The official website is:
https://nashortservice.army.mil.ng
Candidates are advised to check the portal carefully for their names and any additional instructions concerning the selection exercise.
Documents Required for the Selection Exercise
Shortlisted candidates are expected to come with original copies of their submitted credentials and other relevant documents.
These include educational certificates, birth certificates or age declaration documents, certificates of state of origin, National Identification Number (NIN) slips and Bank Verification Number (BVN) slips.
Candidates are also expected to present properly signed application photo-slips and guarantor forms, alongside other documents specified by the Army.
The Nigerian Army has urged applicants to ensure that all required documents are available before reporting for the selection exercise.
Army Warns Against Recruitment Scams
The Army has reiterated its warning against fraudulent recruitment activities, advising applicants to disregard unofficial websites, agents and individuals demanding money in connection with the recruitment process.
It emphasised that all stages of the recruitment and selection exercise are free of charge.
Candidates have also been encouraged to prepare adequately for the medical examinations, physical assessments and interview stages of the selection board.
The Nigerian Army advised applicants and members of the public to rely exclusively on its official communication channels and recruitment website for accurate information about the SSCC Course 50/2027 selection exercise.
Shortlisted candidates are expected to comply with the reporting instructions and other requirements ahead of the commencement of the exercise on November 23.
