Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Recruitment for DSSC Course 34/2025

by Admin · August 26, 2025

Nigerian Air Force (NAF) Recruitment for DSSC Course 34/2025

Are you a Nigerians graduate wishes to join the Nigerian Air Force as a Direct Service Selection Commission (DSSC)?

The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has officially announced the commencement of recruitment of graduates and postgraduates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) 34/2025. NAF invited qualified Nigerians to apply for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) 34/2025 .

The NAF DSSC recruitment is a form of recruitment conducted by the Nigerian Air Force where graduates are given the opportunity to join into the Nigerian air force with their degrees qualifications.

The Nigerian Air Force(NAF) is inviting applications from interested and suitably qualified Nigerians into the Direct Short Service Course 34/2025 across different professions.The Application Portal will be opens tomorrow August 27, 2025 and the application portal would be closed on October 7, 2025.

The essential requirements for Direct short service commission (DSSC) include having a degree with at least a second-class or higher degree, having an NYSC discharge certificate or being exempted, and being a healthy and fit Nigerian citizen.

NAF DSSC candidates after the online application will invites a successfully candidates for an examination which one must pass before considered for the next stage of the recruitment process.

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Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC)

The Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) is a type of commission in the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) that is open to both civilian and military personnel. The course provides a means of enlisting graduates who are specialists in specific professions. The training duration of Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) is usually takes 6 months period of military intensive training and successful candidates are promoted to the various ranks of Officer.

NAF 2025/2026 Recruitment Key Details

Application Portal Open: August 27th, 2025
Recruitment Commission: Nigerian Air Force (NAF)
Recruitment Type: Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 34/2025
Nationality: Nigerian citizens by birth
Age Limit: 20-32 years (25-40 years for medical doctors)
Chest Measurements: Not less than 1.66 (m) in height for males and less than 1.63 (m) for females.
Qualifications: B.Sc/HND, M.Sc/M.A
Qualification Grade: Minimum of Second Class Honours (2.1) for B.Sc holders and Upper Credit (3.5) for Higher National Diploma (HND) holders
Application Portal Close: October 7th, 2025

NAF DSSC Course 34/2025 Application Eligibility Criteria

1. Applicants must be Nigerians by birth.

2. Applicants must be between 20 and 32 years of age, while Doctors (Advisors) may be between 25 and 40 years of age at the time of application.

3. The exercise is not for serving personnel who wish to be commissioned in the Branch Commission. Therefore, personnel above 32 years of age will not be eligible for the post.

4. A serving personnel must be recommended by his/her Commanding Officer and have served for a period of 10 years and attained the rank of Cpl.

5. Applicants must not be less than 1.66 (m) in height for males and less than 1.63 (m) for females.

6. Applicants must be free from any previous convictions for criminal offences by a court of law.

7. Applicants must be physically and mentally fit and must meet the medical and operational requirements of the Nigerian Air Force.

8. Applicants must possess a minimum of Second Class Honours (2.1) and Upper Credit (3.5) for Higher National Diploma (HND) holders. Holders of M.Sc/M.A and Computer Science will be an added advantage.

9. Applicants must possess Credit in two core subjects English Language and Mathematics and additional of credits 3 in relevant subjects.

10. Applicants for residence permit must possess NYSC discharge certificate or Exemption issued from the NYSC.

11. Applicants for medical profession must possess registration certificate with their legal professional school in Nigeria.

Required Documents to be Print after completion of the application forms

Applicants must print out the following documents:

Applicants Acknowledgment Form
Applicants Parent/Guardians Consent Form.
Applicants Local Government Area Attestation Form to be signed and Stamped.
Applicants NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Letter

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How to Apply NAF DSSC Course 34/2025 Recruitment

1. Visit the NAF official recruitment portal at www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng.

2. Select the recruitment category (SSCE or DSSC) you wishes to join.

3. Create an account and Fill out the application form and attached with required documents.

4. Review all the informations entering to ensure that all details are correct and accurate and click on the “Submit” to apply.

Important Note:

Online registration begins on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 and closes on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
The aptitude test will be held on the date to be announced on the NAF Recruitment Portal.
Only successful candidates will be contacted for the Selection Interview.

NAF DSSC Course 34/2025 Recruitment FAQs:

Q1: What is the NAF DSSC recruitment?

The NAF DSSC recruitment is for graduates to join the Nigerian Air Force through the Direct Short Service Commission.

Q2: When does the application portal open and close?

The Application portal opens on August 27, 2025, and closes on October 7, 2025.

Q3: Who is eligible to apply?

Nigerian citizens by birth, aged 20-32 years (25-40 for medical doctors), with a degree (min 2.1) or HND (Upper Credit).

Q4: What are the requirements for application?

Degree with at least a second-class, NYSC discharge or exemption, healthy and fit, valid NIN and BVN, not married.

Q5: How do I apply?

Visit www.nafrecruitment.airforce.mil.ng, create an account, fill out the form, attach docs, and submit.

Q6: What happens after applying?

Successful candidates will be invited for an exam, and if passed, considered for the next stage.

Q7: What is the training duration for DSSC?

The training usually takes 6 months of military intensive training.

Q8: Can serving personnel apply?

No, for personnel above 32 years or wishing to be commissioned in Branch Commission.