DSS Recruitment 2025/2026: The Department of State Services (DSS) invites qualified young Nigerians to apply for the 2025/2026 recruitment. Interested candidates can apply through the official DSS website at www.dss.gov.ng.
In this article, we have included every information that candidates need in order to apply for the DSS Recruitment successfully.
Duties Of The DSS
The Department of State Services is Nigeria’s leading domestic intelligence agency, responsible for ensuring internal security.
They protect key government institutions, infrastructure, and top officials.
Their duties also involve investigating terrorism, insurgency, and other major crimes as directed by the President.
DSS Recruitment 2025 Requirements
• Applicants are expected to meet the following requirements before they can apply for the DSS Recruitment exercise:
• Applicant must identify as a Nigerian citizen with either National Identity Card, International Passport or Driving License
• 18-30 years of age is the limit for applicants
• Applicant must have the minimum of 5 credits including English Language and Mathematics in the SSCE
• Graduates must tender their discharge certificate or exemption letter from the NYSC.
• Membership of professional bodies like COREN, ICAN, etc is an added advantage
• Candidates must be of good conduct and without a criminal history as the DSS conducts thorough background checks on prospective recruits
• Applicants must be physical and mental fitness
How To Apply for DSS Recruitment
Listed below are the steps candidates should follow to apply for the DSS Recruitment:
• Visit the DSS official website at www.dss.gov.ng/dss_career
• Tap on “Apply Now”
• Sign up using your active email address and a secure password
• fill and complete the necessary requirements in the online application form
• Scan and upload all necessary credentials
• Scan your application carefully to correct errors
• submit and print a copy of your application slip for the purpose of reference
Note: The agency will contact only shortlisted candidates by SMS or email for the next recruitment phase.
DSS Recruitment 2025 Screening & Shortlist
Candidates who pass the online application will be shortlisted and invited to the next stage of recruitment, which includes:
• Computer-Based Test (CBT)
• Physical Screening
• Document Verification
• Final Interview
DSS Recruitment 2025 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is the DSS Recruitment portal currently open?
No, the DSS Recruitment website is not currently open. Interested applicants are advised to visit the website regularly in order to stay updated
When will the DSS conduct it’s screening for recruitment?
The DSS has not yet given information on the official screening date. This page will be updated as soon as this information is available.
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