The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), one of Nigeria’s leading law enforcement agencies headquartered in Abuja, is inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for positions across four cadres as part of its 2026 workforce expansion.
The recruitment covers Detective Superintendent, Detective Inspector, Detective Assistant and Professionals/Skilled Workers tracks, spanning qualification levels from WAEC/SSCE through to degree and professional certification holders.
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Application is 100% FREE — do not pay anyone to secure a position or influence the process. Apply only through the official EFCC recruitment portal. Application deadline is 1 November 2026.
EFCC Recruitment 2026 Available Cadres and Requirements
Detective Superintendent (Assistant Superintendent of EFCC II, GL 08):
- Age: 18 to 30 years
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or HND from a recognised institution
- Must have valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
Detective Inspector (Inspector of EFCC II, GL 06):
- Age: 18 to 27 years
- Qualification: National Diploma (ND) or National Certificate in Education (NCE) from a recognised institution
Detective Assistant (Detective Assistant II, GL 04):
- Age: 18 to 25 years
- Qualification: Minimum of five credit passes in WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings
Professionals and Skilled Workers:
- Age: 18 to 40 years
- Open to candidates with qualifications or experience in: Medicine, Pharmacy, Law, Nursing, Medical Laboratory Science, Engineering and Technology, Human Resources Management, Financial Analysis, Media and Publicity, Policy Analysis, Legal Services, Research, Monitoring and Evaluation, Librarianship, Information Technology, Driving and Administrative/Clerical Services
- Must graduate from a recognised institution and hold an NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
- Membership of a relevant professional association is an added advantage
- A valid National Driver’s Licence is an added advantage for this cadre
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General Eligibility Requirements for EFCC Recruitment 2026
- Must be a Nigerian citizen
- Possess basic computer skills
- Declare all academic and professional qualifications
- Be medically fit with evidence from a government-approved hospital
- No tattoos on any part of the body
- No criminal record
- Possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN)
- Submit only one application
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Additional requirements for cadet positions:
- Male applicants: minimum height of 1.67 metres
- Female applicants: minimum height of 1.64 metres
- Must be single
Documents Required for EFCC Recruitment 2026
- Recent passport photograph
- Birth certificate or declaration of age
- Indigene or local government certificate
- Primary school certificate
- WAEC, NECO, NABTEB or equivalent certificate
- ND certificate where applicable
- HND or degree certificate where applicable
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate
- Relevant professional membership certificate where applicable
How to Apply for EFCC Recruitment 2026
- Visit the official EFCC recruitment portal at https://recruitment.efcc.gov.ng and create an account using your correct personal details and NIN
- Verify your email address and set your password
- Complete the application form and upload required documents
- Review all information carefully before submitting — submitted applications cannot be edited
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to present a printed copy of their application during screening
