The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced its 2026 Basic Military Training Course (BMTC 47/2026) recruitment exercise for suitably qualified Nigerians seeking enlistment as Airmen and Airwomen under the Tradesmen/Women and Non-Tradesmen/Women categories.
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Application Period:
- Opens: 3 September 2026
- Closes: 14 October 2026
Available Categories
1. Tradesmen/Women
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- For applicants with ND/NCE qualifications, relevant Trade Test Certificates, professional sporting credentials, or valid driving licences.
- Age: 18–25 years by 1 March 2027.
- Minimum ND/NCE with at least Lower Credit from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 5 O’Level credits, including Mathematics and English Language, in not more than two sittings.
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2. Non-Tradesmen/Women
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- For applicants with SSCE/O’Level qualifications.
- Age: 18–22 years by 1 March 2027.
- Minimum 5 O’Level credits, including Mathematics and English Language, in not more than two sittings.
- Primary School Certificate and Secondary School Testimonial are also required.
General Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens by birth.
- Be medically, physically and psychologically fit.
- Meet the Nigerian Air Force medical and employment standards.
- Have no previous criminal conviction.
- Meet the minimum height requirement of 1.66m for males and 1.63m for females.
Required Documents
- Acknowledgement Form generated after successful application.
- Parent/Guardian Consent Form.
- Local Government Area Attestation Form, duly signed by an authorised NAF-specified person with the required identification and passport photograph.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
The Nigerian Air Force recruitment exercise is 100% FREE.
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Do NOT pay any agent, middleman or third party to process your application. NAF does not engage third parties for recruitment.
Applicants should use only the official Nigerian Air Force recruitment portal for registration, updates and other recruitment information.
Recruitment Process
Shortlisted candidates will proceed to:
- Zonal General Aptitude Test
- Selection Interview
Dates and other details will be communicated through the official recruitment portal.
