The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has opened its 2026 recruitment portal inviting eligible Nigerians to apply for positions across various cadres including detective officers and skilled professionals.
The recruitment exercise is open to candidates with qualifications ranging from secondary school certificates to diplomas and university degrees depending on the position’s requirements.
Interested applicants must submit their applications online via the commission’s official recruitment portal.
The EFCC has advised prospective applicants to review the eligibility criteria for their preferred positions and ensure they meet the requirements before submitting their applications.
Available positions
The recruitment exercise covers four major categories each with specific educational qualifications and age limits.
1. Detective Superintendent – Assistant Superintendent of EFCC II GL 08
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or a Higher National Diploma (HND) from a recognised institution.
Candidates must also provide a valid National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) discharge or exemption certificate.
Age requirement: 18-30 years.
2. Detective Inspector – Inspector of EFCC II GL 06
Candidates applying for this position must possess a National Diploma (ND) or a National Certificate in Education (NCE) from a recognised institution.
Age requirement: 18-27 years.
3. Detective Assistant – Detective Assistant II GL 04
Applicants must have at least five credit passes in WAEC NECO GCE or NABTEB including English Language and Mathematics.
Applicants must obtain the required credits in no more than two sittings.
Age requirement: 18-25 years.
4. Professionals and skilled workers
The category is open to qualified professionals and experienced workers in several fields.
Eligible disciplines include:
Medicine
Pharmacy
Law
Nursing
Medical Laboratory Science
Engineering and technology-related disciplines
The commission is also seeking experienced personnel in the following areas:
Human Resources Management
Financial Analysis
Media and Publicity
Policy Analysis
Legal Services
Research
Planning Monitoring and Evaluation
Library Services
Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
Driving
Administrative and Clerical Services
Estate Surveying and Valuation
Applicants must have graduated from recognised institutions and possess an NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
Membership of a relevant professional association will be an added advantage.
Age requirement: 18-40 years.
General requirements for EFCC recruitment 2026
Applicants must meet the commission’s general eligibility conditions to be considered for recruitment.
The requirements include:
Applicants must be Nigerian citizens.
Candidates must possess basic computer skills.
All academic and professional qualifications must be declared during the application process.
Applicants must be medically fit and provide evidence of fitness from a government-approved hospital.
Candidates must not have tattoos anywhere on their bodies.
Applicants must have no criminal record.
Additional requirements apply to cadets. Candidates in this category must be single; male applicants must be at least 1.67 metres tall and female applicants must be at least 1.64 metres tall.
For professionals and skilled workers a valid national driver’s licence will be an added advantage. Applicants must also demonstrate good character and integrity.
How to apply for EFCC recruitment 2026
Interested and qualified Nigerians must complete their applications online through the official EFCC recruitment portal.
Follow these steps:
Visit the official recruitment portal at https://recruitment.efcc.gov.ng.
Review the available positions and select the category that matches your qualifications.
Read the eligibility requirements carefully to confirm that you meet the criteria.
Complete the online application form with accurate personal educational and professional information.
Declare all required academic and professional qualifications and provide the requested supporting information.
Review your application to ensure that the details supplied are correct before submitting it.
Keep a copy of the completed application form as shortlisted candidates may be required to present printed copies during screening.
Applicants are advised to use only the official recruitment portal and follow any additional instructions published by the commission.
EFCC recruitment 2026: Deadline and application fee
The recruitment information states that applicants should submit applications within one week of the exercise’s commencement.
However applicants should confirm the official opening and closing dates on the EFCC recruitment portal before submitting their applications as the information supplied does not provide a specific deadline.
The application process is free of charge. Applicants are warned against individuals or organisations demanding money in exchange for recruitment assistance.
The commission advises prospective candidates to rely on information published through its official recruitment portal and avoid unauthorised agents claiming to facilitate employment.