This is to inform the general public that the Nigerian Army Dssc Recruitment 2016 has commenced. The Nigerian Army invites all interested and eligible Nigerians to apply for commission into the Nigerian Army (NA) as Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) officers.

The Dssc Recruitment is open to male and female, civilians and serving military personnel.  Only serving military personnel sponsored by any of the Services of the Nigerian Armed Forces to civil institutions shall be considered.

CORPS AND SERVICES FOR THE NIGERIAN ARMY DSSC RECRUITMENT 2016

Applications for the Nigerian Army Dssc Recruitment 2016 should be into any of the following Corps and Services of the Nigerian Army:

Nigerian Army Medical Corps:

1. Medical and Dental Consultants: Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 could belong to either of the following  fields of specialization such as General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, Anaesthesia, Neuro  Surgery, Cadiothoracic, ENT Surgeons, Physicians (Cardiologists, Endocrinologist, Nephrologists  and Neurologists), Ophthalmologists as well as Obstetrics and Gynaecologists, Paediatricians  and Family Physicians.  Applicants MUST also consider the following criteria in their application:

• Applicants MUST be a Fellow of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria or equivalent   Postgraduate Medical College.
• Applicants MUST NOT be more than 40 years old.
• Applicants MUST have full registration of Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) for the   undergraduate degree and additional qualification registration as appropriate.
• Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 MUST have current MDCN license to practice as a specialist.

1. General Duty Medical/Dental Officers:  Applicants MUST possess MBBS/BDS or equivalent with not more than 5 years post – qualification experience and must be fully registered with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.

Note:  All Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 applicants for Medical Corps, are expected to present proof of registration with their professional regulatory bodies and current practicing license.

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Directorate of Army Aviation:

Applicants MUST possess a minimum of B.Sc/B. Eng. (Second Class Lower) Degree or HND (Lower Credit) with other relevant trade qualification from government – approved institutions for the following fields:

1. Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering: Applicants MUST have a minimum of B. Eng. or HND in Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering with not less than 3 years work experience.
2. Mechanical Engineering: Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 MUST have a minimum of B. Eng. or HND in Mechanical Engineering with not less   than 2 years work experience.
3. Electrical Engineering: Applicants MUST have a minimum of B. Eng. or HND in Electrical Electronics (Power    option).
4. Air Traffic Controller: Applicants MUST have a B.Sc. in Geography/Physics/Mathematics with NCAA approved Air Traffic Control License.
5. Fire Fighter: Applicants MUST have a B.Sc. in Chemistry/Physics with NCAA approved Fire Fighting License from any reputable organization.

Directorate of Chaplain Services (Protestant):

Applicants for the Nigerian Army Dssc Recruitment 2016 MUST possess minimum of BA (Second Class Lower) degree in Pastoral Psychology, New Testament Theology, Old Testament Theology, Pastoral Counseling and Child Evangelism from any of the Seminaries/Universities recognized by the NA Directorate of Chaplain Services (Protestant). Applicants MUST belong to one of the 18 major denominations of the protestant faith.  Soldier applicants must have served the NA with a minimum of 5 years experience in Chaplaincy work and MUST be vetted and recommended by the NA Directorate of Chaplain Services (Protestant).

Directorate of Chaplain Services (Roman Catholic):

Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 MUST possess a minimum of Bachelor (Second Class Lower) degree in any of the following areas:  Philosophy and Theology from a Roman Catholic approved seminary, affiliated to a National Universities Commission accredited University or Urbanian University, Rome. Applicants MUST have good standing in the church and be also released by a Diocesan Bishop.  Applicants MUST be vetted and recommended by the NA Directorate of Chaplain Services (Roman Catholic).

Directorate of Islamic Affairs:

Applicants MUST possess a minimum of BA, B. Ed. (Second Class Lower) degree in Arabic and Islamic Studies, LLB Sharia with Diploma in Arabic from recognized Nigerian universities, Azhar University, Cairo or Saudi University. Each applicant would be required to produce testimony of excellent character from a reputable religious organization in Nigeria.  Applicants MUST be able to speak English Language.

Directorate of Legal Service:

Applicants MUST possess LLB BL from a recognized institution.  A minimum of 2 years post Law School legal practice is required and applicants MUST present evidence of this.

Directorate of Army Public Relations:

Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 MUST possess a minimum of B.Sc., BA (Second Class Lower) degree or HND (Lower Credit) in Journalism, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Radio Operation and Performance.  Applicants must have evidence of Membership to any Professional body in relation to media operation and journalism.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE NIGERIAN ARMY DSSC RECRUITMENT 2016

In order to qualify for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016, all applicants MUST satisfy the following conditions:

1. Applicant MUST be a Nigerian as defined in the constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
2. Male and Female applicants MUST be between the ages of 22 and 35, while medical consultants MUST NOT be more than 40 years of age by October 2016.
3. Applicants MUST be deemed medically, physically and mentally fit in accordance to the Nigerian Army Standards.
4. Applicants MUST be recommended by at least 2 recognizable referees who must attest to the applicant’s character and integrity. These could be by a Local Government Chairman/Secretary or an officer of the Armed Forces not below the rank of a Lieutenant Colonel and equivalent or an Assistant Commissioner of Police and above who must hail from the state of the applicant.  Passport photographs of referees MUST be affixed to the letter of attestation.
5. Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 MUST submit a letter of Attestation from their former institutions.
6. Male applicants MUST measure at least 1.68m and female applicants MUST be at least 1.65m in height.
7. Applicants MUST NOT have been convicted by any court of law.  Military personnel must be free from any   disciplinary case (This is to be endorsed by the Commanding Officer/Commander).
8. Applicants MUST possess at least a First Degree with not less than Second Class Lower Division or HND of not less than Lower Credit from any recognized institution of learning.
9. Applicants MUST possess valid birth certificate endorsed by the National Population Commission, Hospital or Local Government Council or valid age declaration.
10. Applicants MUST possess a valid certificate of State of Origin.
11. Applicants other than serving members of the Armed Forces MUST possess NYSC discharge certificate or a valid exemption as the case may be.
12. Graduates with professional qualifications MUST be duly registered by relevant bodies recognized by Nigerian Laws at the commencement of cadet training.
13. Only academic credentials obtained from 2006 to date will be considered.
14. Applicants for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 MUST present contact addresses and phone numbers of parent/guardians and Next of Kin.
15. Applicants MUST not have any body inscriptions or tattoos.
16. Applicants MUST tender all original copies of educational certificates (primary to post- secondary).
17. Service personnel MUST present valid military identity cards and letters of recommendations by their Commanding Officers/Commanders.  They MUST also present valid letter(s) of NA sponsorship in tertiary academic institutions.  Additionally, they MUST have served for a period of not less than 5 years in the unit.
18. Applicants MUST not be members of any cult/society/fraternity.
19. All female applicants are advised to seek for commission into specialist corps e.g. Medical, Legal Service or Army Public Relations.

CONDITIONS OF SERVICE FOR NIGERIAN ARMY DSSC RECRUITMENT 2016

Direct Short Service Commission will be granted for ten (10) years, for an initial probation period of there (3) years, renewable yearly for another period of seven (7) years.  Direct Regular Commission may be granted on conversion after three (3) years as a commissioned officer.

1. Conversion to Direct Regular Commission is not automatic.  It is based on availability of vacancy and other criteria that are or will be in force from time to time.
2. All graduating officer cadets must sign an acceptance on the terms and conditions governing the Direct Short Service Commission before they are granted commission into the Nigerian Army.
3. The reckonable period of service will be based on the date of commencement of cadet training of both civilian and military personnel entrants.
4. Medical Consultants Officers on successful completion of military training shall be granted the rank of Major and Direct Regular Commission.
5. Officer Cadets who successfully complete the military training shall be granted the rank of Lieutenant with no advantage of seniority.

METHOD OF APPLICATION FOR NIGERIAN ARMY DSSC RECRUITMENT 2016

All Applications for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 are to be made online and is completely FREE OF CHARGE.

 In order to apply for the DSSC Recruitment:

1. Log on to nigerianarmyms.ngto create an account.
2. Read the Qualification Criteria for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 and make you meet up with the criteria before applying
3. From the Home Page, Select ‘DSSC Application’.
4. On successful registration, you will receive an email notification containing your login details.
5. Click on ‘Login’ to complete the application form. Fill all the details as required and ensure they are filled correctly before submitting.
6. Upload all required documents. The following documents are required for upload:

• Passport Photograph
• Educational Certificates
• Evidence of Membership of any Professional Body
• Certificate of State of Origin.
• Birth Certificate or Age Declaration

1. Applicants MUST print out their online generated photo-slip on completion of their Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 application. The first page is to be signed by a Court of Law and the second page is to be signed by the Local Government Chairman/Secretary or any military officer of the rank of Lieutenant Colonel or equivalent and above who hails from your state. Successful applicants are required to present their printed photo-slip to the selection board during interview

All applications for the Nigerian Army DSSC Recruitment 2016 must be submitted not later than 13th June 2016.

For further information or enquiries, you may call 07046349788 and 09099170154, or visit www.army.mil.ng

For technical support and complaints, call the following official support lines 07018447913, 08054815787 or email [email protected]

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