Department of State Services (DSS) Recruitment 2025/2026 – The DSS national intelligence agency has officially opened its portal for the 2025/2026 recruitment cycle. Interested and qualified Nigerians are invited to apply online for various roles within the agency through their official portal.
DSS Recruitment 2025/2026
The Department of State Services is recruiting new personnel to support its national security mandate. This year’s recruitment drive includes roles in:
- Intelligence gathering and analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Technical operations and forensics
- Administrative support
- Field operations and protocol
Open to both male and female Nigerian citizens, selected candidates will undergo thorough training and assignments across the federation.
DSS Recruitment Requirements 2025
To apply for DSS positions, you must meet the following criteria:
- Nigerian citizen by birth
- Age between 18 and 30 years for most roles (may extend to 35 for specialist positions)
- Possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN)
- Be medically, physically, and psychologically fit for national service
- Maintain a clean criminal record with no history of cult or secret society affiliation
- Be of good character and high integrity
- Educational qualifications vary by role:
- Officer Cadre: Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., BA, B.Eng, etc.) + NYSC discharge/exemption
- Intelligence / Technical Cadre: HND, ND, or professional certifications in cybersecurity, IT, or journalism
- Support Cadre: SSCE/NECO/GCE with at least five credits, including English and Mathematics
Candidates with additional qualifications in foreign languages, IT, cybersecurity, criminology, or law enforcement will be at an advantage.
How to Apply for DSS Recruitment 2025
To submit your application, follow these steps:
- Visit the official DSS recruitment portal
- Create an account using a valid email address and phone number
- Log in to your dashboard and view available positions
- Select the role that aligns with your qualifications
- Complete the online application form accurately
- Upload clear scanned documents:
- Passport photograph
- SSCE/NECO/GCE result or higher academic certificates
- Degree/HND/ND certificates (if applicable)
- NYSC discharge/exemption letter
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- Certificate of state or local government of origin
- Valid ID (NIN, voter’s card, driver’s license, or passport)
- Review all entries and uploads before submission
- Submit your application and print/save the acknowledgment slip
DSS Recruitment Closing Date 2025
The official closing date for applications has not yet been announced. However, as the portal is active, applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out due to portal traffic or technical delays.
Check the official DSS site regularly for updates on deadlines, screening schedules, and notification timelines.
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