Overview
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has released the official list of shortlisted candidates for the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise. Applicants who participated in the earlier recruitment stage can now check if their names appear on the shortlist.
Status of NDLEA Shortlist 2025
The NDLEA shortlisted candidates list for 2025/2026 is officially out. Candidates are advised to check their names and prepare for the upcoming screening.
If your name is not yet on the first batch, don’t panic. The agency often releases the shortlist in phases. Continue checking the official portal for updates.
Official Portal
The NDLEA shortlisted candidates PDF is available through the official recruitment portal:
Applicants should log in with their email and application ID to view and download the full shortlist.
Eligible States
The shortlist covers applicants from all 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Candidates are expected to check based on their state of origin or residence.
Here are the eligible states:
| Abia | Adamawa | Akwa Ibom |
| Anambra | Bauchi | Bayelsa |
| Benue | Borno | Cross River |
| Delta | Ebonyi | Edo |
| Ekiti | Enugu | Gombe |
| Imo | Jigawa | Kaduna |
| Kano | Katsina | Kebbi |
| Kogi | Kwara | Lagos |
| Nasarawa | Niger | Ogun |
| Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
| Plateau | Rivers | Sokoto |
| Taraba | Yobe | Zamfara and FCT |
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Requirements for Screening
Shortlisted candidates must come along with the following documents to the screening centers:
- Original and photocopies of all academic certificates.
- Birth certificate or age declaration.
- Certificate of state of origin.
- National Identity Card or any valid ID.
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate (for graduates).
- Four recent passport photographs.
- Printed copy of application slip and shortlist notification.
- Medical fitness certificate from a government hospital.
Failure to present these documents may lead to automatic disqualification.
How to Check NDLEA Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026
To confirm if you have been shortlisted:
- Visit the official NDLEA recruitment portal.
- Click on “Shortlisted Candidates 2025/2026.”
- Select your state of application.
- Download the PDF list.
- Open the file and search for your name or application number.
- Print out your invitation slip for screening.
Next Steps After Shortlisting
If your name is on the shortlist:
- Get your documents ready.
- Prepare physically for the screening, which may include fitness and written tests.
- Travel early to your screening venue to avoid lateness.
- Follow all instructions on your invitation slip.
If your name is not listed, keep monitoring the portal for subsequent batches. Do not fall for scams or pay anyone to add your name.
Deadline & Updates
The NDLEA screening exercise dates and venues will be communicated through the official portal and emails/SMS sent to shortlisted candidates. Ensure you check regularly and comply within the deadline.
Missing your screening schedule may lead to disqualification.
Important Note: The NDLEA recruitment process is completely free. Beware of fraudsters demanding payment to influence the shortlist.