August 5, 2025The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) recruitment portal for the 2025/2026 cycle is scheduled to open on *Monday, August 5, 2025*, and will close on *Friday, October 10, 2025*. This application window is for new applicants interested in joining the NPF as Constables or Cadets. [1] *How to Apply:* 1. *Visit the Official Recruitment Portal*: [https://www.policerecruitment.gov.ng](https://www.policerecruitment.gov.ng) 2. *Register Your Account*: Use a valid email and phone number to create a secure applicant profile. 3. *Complete the Online Application Form*: Fill in your personal details, academic qualifications, and upload scanned copies of relevant documents. 4. *Submit Your Application*: Review all entries for accuracy before submission. After submission, print your acknowledgment slip and keep it safe. *Required Documents:* - Passport photograph (white background) - Birth certificate or age declaration - O’level certificates (WAEC, NECO, etc.) - Certificate of origin - National Identification Number (NIN) printout - Valid means of ID (voter’s card, national ID, driver’s license) *Eligibility Criteria:* - Nigerian citizens between 18 and 25 years old - At least a Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) - Valid NIN