Anti-graft agency announces vacancies across four categories, including degree holders, diploma holders, secondary school certificate holders and skilled professionals.
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened its 2026 recruitment exercise, inviting qualified Nigerians to apply for various positions across four categories.
According to information published on the commission’s official recruitment portal, the exercise provides opportunities for eligible candidates with different educational qualifications and professional backgrounds to pursue careers with the nation’s anti-graft agency.
The recruitment portal lists November 1, 2026, as the application deadline, urging interested candidates to review the requirements carefully and complete their applications before the closing date.
The recruitment exercise covers four major categories:
Detective Superintendent — Grade Level 08
This category is for applicants with a Bachelor’s degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) from a recognised institution, alongside a valid National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge or exemption certificate. Applicants must meet the stipulated age requirements.
Detective Inspector — Grade Level 06
Interested candidates must possess a National Diploma (ND) or National Certificate in Education (NCE) from a recognised institution and satisfy the commission’s age and other eligibility requirements.
Detective Assistant — Grade Level 04
Applicants must have at least five credit passes in WAEC, NECO, GCE or NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
Professionals and Skilled Workers
The commission is also seeking qualified professionals and skilled workers in specialised fields, including medicine, pharmacy, law, nursing, medical laboratory science, engineering, information technology, human resources management, financial analysis, media and publicity, policy analysis, research, library services, driving and administrative support.
Applicants in this category must meet the specific academic, professional and experience requirements for their chosen positions.
General Requirements
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens, possess basic computer skills, provide accurate information about their academic and professional qualifications, and meet the commission’s medical fitness requirements.
Candidates must also satisfy the applicable age and other eligibility conditions specified for their preferred categories.
Prospective applicants are advised to consult the official recruitment portal for the complete requirements before beginning their applications.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the official EFCC recruitment portal at:
https://recruitment.efcc.gov.ng/#requirements
Applicants should create an account, verify their email addresses, complete the application form and upload the required documents in the specified formats.
Candidates are advised to review their information carefully before submission, as the portal warns that submitted applications cannot be edited.
The commission also requires applicants to submit only one application. Multiple applications or the provision of false information may result in disqualification.
Recruitment Is Free
The EFCC recruitment application process is free of charge. Applicants are warned against individuals or organisations demanding payment in exchange for recruitment assistance or promising guaranteed employment.
Candidates should rely exclusively on the commission’s official recruitment portal and verified communication channels for accurate information.
With the application deadline listed as November 1, 2026, eligible Nigerians are encouraged to check the requirements for their preferred positions and complete the application process before the closing date.
Applicants should also monitor official announcements for updates regarding shortlisting, screening and subsequent stages of the recruitment exercise.
