Nigerian Navy Recruitment 2026 Batch 39: Apply Link

The Nigerian Navy Recruitment Exercise 2026 for Nigerian Navy Basic Training School Batch 39 is scheduled to run from 2 October to 31 October 2026. According to the recruitment notice, the online registration is free of charge, and applicants should apply only via the official portal

Nigerian Navy Recruitment Summary

• Recruitment Title: Recruitment Exercise into the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School Batch 39
• Recruitment Agency/Organization: Nigerian Navy
• Salary: Not specified
• Location: Nationwide applications (Nigeria); examination venues to be communicated
• Work Mode: Online registration; training/examination mode not specified in the notice
• Career Level: Entry level (Ordinary Seamen after successful training)
• Application Deadline: 31 October 2026 (application window: 2–31 October 2026)

Nigerian Navy Recruitment Requirements

General eligibility (as stated in the notice):

• Must be Nigerian citizens by birth
• Must possess National Identification Number (NIN)
• Minimum height:
  • Male: not less than 1.69m
  • Female: not less than 1.65m
• Must be medically, psychologically and physically fit and meet Nigerian Navy medical/employment standards
• Must be free of previous criminal conviction(s) by a court of law

Age + education guidelines (as stated):

• Applicants with O’Level/SSCE results
  • Age: 18–22 years as at 31 December 2026
  • Minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English, in not more than 2 sittings
  • Accepted exams: WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB
  • Result must be not older than 2020
• Applicants with OND/NCE
  • Age: 18–26 years as at 31 December 2026
  • For Chaplain/Imam Assistant and Drivers/Mechanic: 18–28 years as at 31 December 2026
  • Minimum 5 credits including Mathematics and English, in not more than 2 sittings
  • Accepted exams: WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB
  • Result must be not older than 2015
• Tradesmen (specific categories listed)
  • Must possess Trade Test certificates
  • Must have a credit in English Language plus minimum of 4 passes in other subjects in WAEC/NECO/GCE/NABTEB
  • O’Level result must be not later than 2017
  • Trades listed:
    • Tailoring
    • Carpentry
    • Plumbing
    • Masonry
    • Welding
    • Electrician
    • Painting
    • Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Technology
• Professions allied to medicine
  • Must possess ND from recognized training institutions in Nigeria
  • Must have a valid practicing license
• Sportsmen/Women
  • Must present evidence of experience, including certificates and medals

Language requirement (as stated):

• All applicants must be proficient in English Language
• Inability to communicate in basic English may lead to disqualification at any stage

Important application rules (as stated):

• Only one valid application is permitted; multiple online applications will be disqualified
• Applicants must print these documents after completing the online application:
  • Acknowledgement Form
  • Parent/Guardian Consent Form
  • Local Government Attestation Form (signed by: a Nigerian Navy officer of rank Commander or equivalent in AFN, or a Police officer of rank Superintendent of Police and above, or Local Government Chairman)
  • Guarantor’s Certification Form

How to Apply for Nigerian Navy Recruitment

If you are interested in the Nigerian Navy Recruitment 2026 (Basic Training School Batch 39) and meet the requirements, apply online via the official portal within the application window:

Apply here: www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng