Application for Basic Military Training Course 47/2026 is open to eligible Nigerians, with the recruitment exercise scheduled to close on October 14, 2026.
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has commenced its 2026 recruitment exercise for Airmen and Airwomen, inviting suitably qualified Nigerians to apply for the **Basic Military Training Course (BMTC) 47/2026).
The recruitment exercise, which covers both Tradesmen/Women and Non-Tradesmen/Women, is being conducted through the official NAF recruitment portal.
According to information published on the recruitment portal, the application window opened on September 3, 2026, and will close on October 14, 2026.
Eligibility Requirements
For the Non-Tradesmen/Women category, applicants must be between 18 and 22 years old, while applicants for the Tradesmen/Women category must be between 18 and 25 years old.
Applicants are also required to meet the stipulated educational qualifications, including a minimum of seven credits in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics.
Candidates applying under the trades category may also be required to possess relevant qualifications such as Trade Test certificates, National Diploma (ND) or Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE), depending on the trade being applied for.
The NAF also specified minimum height requirements of 1.66 metres for male applicants and 1.63 metres for female applicants.
Application Is Free
The Nigerian Air Force recruitment exercise is free of charge. Applicants are advised not to pay money to individuals or agents claiming to have the ability to secure recruitment slots.
Interested candidates are expected to complete their applications through the official NAF recruitment portal and provide accurate information and required documents.
The recruitment exercise is for the Basic Military Training Course, which is designed to provide successful candidates with military training before their enlistment into the Nigerian Air Force.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should visit the official Nigerian Air Force recruitment portal at nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng, select the relevant recruitment category and carefully follow the application instructions.
Applicants are advised to read the eligibility requirements thoroughly before submitting their applications and to keep their application details for future reference.
The Nigerian Air Force has urged members of the public to rely only on its official recruitment channels and beware of fraudulent recruitment advertisements and individuals demanding payment.
Application deadline: October 14, 2026.
