CDCFIB Shortlist & Examination Procedures

CDCFIB Shortlist & Examination Procedures: If you applied for the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) recruitment, this guide tells you precisely how to check the shortlist and what to expect for the examination. Read carefully and follow each step to stay on track.

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Overview

CDCFIB coordinates recruitment for four major agencies: NSCDC, Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS), Federal Fire Service (FFS) and Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS). After application and shortlisting, shortlisted candidates will sit a computer-based test (CBT) and then attend document and physical screening.

CDCFIB Shortlist & Examination Procedures — How to Check

The shortlist is the official list of applicants who qualified to take the CBT. Being shortlisted means you proceed to the exam stage, not that you are yet employed.

How to check:

Visit the official recruitment portal. https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng/
Log in with your application number, email or phone.
Click “Check Application Status” or “Shortlist”.
If shortlisted, download and print your exam slip and exam schedule immediately.

If your name isn’t on the list, check back lists may be released in batches. Confirm your application details were correct and documents uploaded.

Official Exam Dates, Schedule & Duration (Corrected)

Start date: Wednesday, 12 November 2025
End date: Wednesday, 19 November 2025
Total days: 8 days of exams across states and the FCT
Session length: 1 hour (60 minutes) per candidate

Daily Time Slots (each session lasts 1 hour)

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Your invitation slip will show the exact date, time slot and venue assigned to you. It is mandatory to attend only on your scheduled date and time.

Exam Format & What to Expect

Mode: Computer-based test (CBT)
Question type: Multiple-choice questions
Areas covered:
- English Language & Grammar
- General Knowledge & Current Affairs
- Numerical & Logical Reasoning
- Basic Security Awareness

The exam is timed automatically; your session ends when the hour is up.

Documents & Rules for Exam Day

Bring these items or you will not be allowed to sit the test:

Printed Examination Slip (from portal)
Valid Photo ID (National ID, Voter’s Card, Driver’s Licence or Passport)
Recent passport photographs and photocopies of certificates
Face mask and basic stationery (if requested)

Rules: No phones, bags, smartwatches or unauthorized gadgets in the exam hall. Arrive at least one hour before your session for verification. Late arrivals will not be admitted.

Post-Exam: Screening & Next Steps

Candidates who pass the CBT proceed to:

Document verification (certificates and ID)
Physical screening (height, chest where applicable, eyesight, fitness)
Medical evaluation

Successful candidates will receive appointment or training invitations from the relevant agency.

Preparation Tips

Practice CBT past questions and time yourself.
Read daily news to stay sharp on current affairs.
Brush up on basic maths and verbal reasoning.
Practice basic computer navigation to avoid delays during the test.
Get rest the night before and arrive early on your day.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

Don’t forget to print your exam slip.
Don’t arrive late or bring banned items.
Don’t pay anyone for “shortlist upgrades” the process is free.
Don’t trust unofficial announcements; rely only on the official portal.

Conclusion

The CDCFIB CBT will run from 12 November 2025 to 19 November 2025, with one-hour sessions at the listed time slots. Stay organized, follow official instructions, and prepare well. With good preparation and discipline, you increase your chances of success.

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