2017 Recruitment: Nigerian Navy releases Date for Aptitude Test and Guidlines

 

These are the following are the 2017 Nigerian Navy Application Guidelines

Please carefully read and digest. Good luck!

Applicants should possess any of the following educational and/professional qualifications:

West African School Certificate/Senior Secondary School Certificate.

General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level.

WAEC City and Guilds or London City and Guilds.

Ordinary National Diploma (OND).

Any other educational qualification equivalent to those mentioned above.

All applicants must produce their primary school leaving certificate.

Applicants are to note that entry requirement into the following categories is SSCE or equivalent: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, C1, D1, D2, D4, D5, D6, E1, E2, E3, E4, F1, G, H. Any other additional qualifications in these categories can only serve as an added advantage for selection into the branch and not for advancement. See the guide for details.

Any applicant possessing higher educational/professional qualification, i.e. HND, BA/BSc, etc other than those stated in Paragraph 1 (a-g) should not apply. Candidates are therefore warned that it is an offence to declare false educational/professional qualification. This attracts outright withdrawal or dismissal and hand over to Civil Police for prosecution.

Any certificate or qualification not declared or tendered and accepted during the recruitment exercise is not acceptable after recruitment and cannot be tendered for the purpose of change of branch or advancement while in the Naval service. Only qualifications obtained through proper service provisions are tenable after joining.

Applicants must be between the ages of 18 – 22 years at the time of entry into the Training School for school certificate holders, while 24 years of age is the acceptable limit for those with higher qualifications e.g. Nurses, NCE Holders, ICT Professionals, etc.

Applicants must not be married or have children before joining.

Applicant is required to print out Parent/Guardian Consent Form and Local Government Attestation Form.

Applicants must be of Nigerian origin by birth.

Applicants with any of the following problems are NOT to apply: short sight, ear problem, previous orthopaedic operation, flat foot, below the required height (Male 1.70, Female 1.67), fracture, stammering or any natural disability.

Applicants must be free from any previous conviction by court of law on criminal charges.

Applicants must come to the recruitment centres with the following documents:

Photocopies of Birth Certificate or Age Declaration.

Photocopies of Credentials.

Acknowledgment Form.

Duly completed identification form to be signed by Chairman or Secretary of the candidate’s LGA or by an officer of the rank of Commander, Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) or Equivalent and above from candidate’s State of Origin.

Four passport photographs duly signed and stamped by any of the persons mentioned in Sub-Paragraph (c) above.

Candidates are advised to bring the scratch cards of their NECO and WAEC results to the recruitment centres.

The completed application form is to be submitted online.

Applicants will be required to produce original of all copies of credentials listed in Paragraph 1 before recruitment.

Any applicant suspected to have impersonated, forged or submitted false document(s) shall be disqualified from the recruitment exercise. Such applicant shall also be handed over to the Civil Police for prosecution.

The date for the Recruitment Aptitude Test is 7 October 2017.

Please note that any attempt to inundate the Naval Headquarters with letters from any quarters by any applicant will be viewed as a ploy to undermine the enlistment process and will lead to disqualification of such applicants. In addition, applicants are to note that the entire enlistment process is free and they should refrain from giving money to any individual under any guise.

On completion of the application form, applicants are advised to click SUBMIT on the portal and generate the applicant’s Application ID. Applicants are advised to print out a copy of the Application Summary. For technical support call 08159999011 and 09099599133 between 0900 and 1600 only.

The Entry Requirements are as follows;

·         A1 – Marine Engineer Artificers

·         OND in Marine or Mechanical Engineering (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

·         A2 – Weapon Electrical Artificers

·         OND in Electrical Electronic Engineering (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

·         A3 – Aircraft Engineering Artificers (Airframe Engine) Qualification

·         Diploma in Airframe & Engine recognized by ICAO and must also posses SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

·         A4 – Aircraft Engineering Artificers (Avionics & Aircraft Electrics, Electrical / Electronics)

·         Certificate/Diploma in Aircraft Electrics & Avionics recognized by ICAO and must possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits, inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

·         A5 – Hull Engineer Artificers

·         OND in Marine or Mechanical Engineering (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

·         B1 – Marine Engineer Mechanics

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry. Also intermediate City & Guilds or Trade Test II could be considered. Technical biasness is an advantage.

·         B2 – Weapon Electrical Mechanics

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry. Also intermediate City & Guilds or Trade Test II could be considered, technical bias is an advantage.

·         B3 – Hull Mechanical/Fitters

·         As in B1 and B2 with additional trade in plumbing, welding, machining or woodwork.

·         B4 – Automobile Mechanics

·         As it is in B1.

·         B5 – Dockyard Mechanics

·         As it is in B1.

·         C1 – Communications

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Physics.

·         C2 – Computer

·         OND in Computer Studies/Computer Science (at least Lower Credit), Desktop Publishing, Office Suite and must also possess 5 Credits inclusive of English Language and Maths.

·         C3 – ICT

·         OND in Computer Studies/Computer Science (at least Lower Credit), Computer literacy is compulsory and must possess 5 Credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Physics. Proficiency or industry certification in any of the following areas shall be an added advantage:

·         Database.

·         Computer-Aided Design.

·         Personal Computer Maintenance.

·         Networking Fundamentals.

·         Website Development and Management.

·         Programming.

·         D1 – Seaman

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Maths.

·         D2 – Survey Recorders

·         OND in Land Survey, Cartography, Geographic Information System (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics or Geography or Technical Drawing.

·         D3 – Physical Training Instructors

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits Inclusive of English Language. Interest and proven talents in sports as well as evidence of participation in sports at Secondary School/State/YSFON level is required.

·         D4 – Chaplain Assistants

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Christian Religious Knowledge. Two years experience as clergy/church worker as well as letter of recommendation by 2 Clerics/churches recognized by the NN is required.

·         D5 – Mosque Assistants

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of Arabic, Islamic Religious Knowledge and English Language. Two years experience as Imam/Mosque attendant as well as letter of recommendation by 2 Islamic clerics/organizations recognized by the NN is required.

·         D6 – Firemen

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language.

·         E1 – Writers

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Accounts/Economics. Computer skill is compulsory. Also OND/NCE in Accounts or Secretariat Administration would be added advantage.

·         E2 – Store Assistants

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Economics. Computer skill is an added advantage.

·         E3 – Caterers

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Home Management/Food Nutrition. Certificate or Navy proven experience as a Waiter or Steward is an advantage.

·         E4 – Ordinance

·         Five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any other 2 subjects.

·         E5 – Project Technicians.

·         OND in relevant discipline such as Architecture, Quantity Survey, Civil/ Structure/ Building technology, Electrical/ Mechanical installation, Urban and Rural Planning, Estate Management, Land Economy and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Physics.

·         F1 – Medical Assistants

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits in English Language, Maths, Chemistry, Biology/ Health Science and Physics.

·         F2 – Medical Records/Health Administration

·         OND/professional qualification in Medical Records or Health Administration (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Biology/Health Science.

·         F3 – Physiotherapist, Public Health, Occupational Therapist, Dental Therapist and Dental Lab Assistants

·         OND/professional Qualification in relevant fields and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits In English Language, Chemistry, Biology/Health Science and Maths.

·         G – Bandsmen

·         SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language. Certificate in music and proficiency in any musical instrument will be an added advantage.

·         H – Drivers/Mechanics

·         SSCE or Equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language. Current Mechanic apprenticeship certificate and evidence of driving experience as well as a letter of recommendation (as a mechanic) from past or present employer is required.

·         J – Journalists

·         OND in Mass Communication, Journalism, Photography, Printing Technology, Information Library, Public Relations, Graphic Arts, Film Making and Cinematography and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Maths

·         K – Nurses

·         Single qualification RN and double qualification in any relevant qualification such as RM, A&E, ENT, Psychiatric, Paediatric, Orthopaedic/Trauma, Ophthalmic, Anesthetic, Public Health, Occupational Health, Nephrology/Dialysis all Theatre Nursing and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits including English Language, Maths, Biology/Health Science, Physics and Chemistry.

·         N – Education

·         NCE in Arts/Science/Technical subjects in addition to SSCE/equivalent with 5 Credits inclusive of English Language and Maths for Science/Technical subjects or 5 credits Including English Language and at least a pass in Maths for Arts subjects.

The Website of the Nigerian Navy Recruitment Exercise is below;

Visit www.joinnigeriannavy.com.  to apply!

The Date of Aptitude Test

Nigerian Navy 2017 Recruitment Aptitude Test is schedule to take place on 7th October, 2017.

Registration Deadline

The Nigerian navy job Recruitment exercise application has ended on 31st July, 2017.

Flash Back: According to 2016 Screening Exercise

Applicants who perform well in the 2017 Nigerian Navy Aptitude Test will be invited for screening. Based on the 2016 screening, here are the documents and items that was requested. #Note.

Documents Required are

First School Leaving Certificate.

Primary School Testimonial.

School Certificate Results of NECO/WAEC or higher qualifications where applicable.

Junior/Senior Secondary School Testimonial.

Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age.

Items Requested!

Two pairs of white shorts.

Two pairs of white vest.

One pair of canvas shoes.

Toiletries and cutleries.

Writing materials.

Bed sheets and mosquito net.

Driving license for candidates in Category H.

Mufti.

There are also some general info about the Nigerian Navy below. You should slowly check it out. All other important information applicants need are here already. Keep scrolling.

This page provides general information regarding Nigeria’s navy. Direct links to verified websites owned by the Navy is posted here. The idea is to give you credible information regarding the Navy and minimize the effect of some wrong information being posted all over the internet regarding the Navy. Feel free to confirm all the major news on the navy.mil.ng

Nigerian Navy Ships

The Nigerian Navy has 24 ships. The biggest being the NNS Thunder. Some of the other Nigerian Navy ships include NNS Andoni, NNS Obula, NNS Lama, NNS Ayam. The complete list of the ships(plus images) belonging to the Nigerian Navy can be gotten from their website – click here to view

Nigerian Navy Websites

The Nigerian Navy maintains about three websites officially. The official one hosted on Nigeria’s military domain .mil.ng
Official Nigeria Navy website – http://www.navy.mil.ng/
Nigeran Navy Twitter handle – https://twitter.com/NigerianNavy
Nigerian Navy Press Releases – http://www.navy.mil.ng/Press/
Navy E recruitment Websitee – http://www.joinnigeriannavy.com/

Basic Qualification for Navy Applicants

Applicants must:
i. Possess a minimum of 5 credits in not more than 2 sittings in WASSCE/GCE/NECO/NABTEB (English and Mathematics inclusive)

ii. Be between the ages of 18-22 years while 24years is the acceptable limit for those with OND, NCE, Nurses etc. Candidates with higher qualification than the once specified in the guidelines should not apply

iii. Applicants must be single and of Nigerian Origin by birth

iv. Required height of 1.7m for male and 1.67m for female

Nigerian Navy Recruitment Centres

21 centres were used for the previous Nigerian Navy recruitment, not much will change in future recruitments. Here are the centres.

State of Origin Zonal Recruitment Centre

1. Lagos & Ogun
NNS QUORRA, Naval Base Apapa LAGOS

2. Osun & Oyo
HQ 2 Mech Div, Nigerian Army IBADAN

3. Ekiti & Ondo
323 Artilery Regiment AKURE

4. Delta
NNS DELTA, Naval Base WARRI

5. Edo
4 Infantry Brigade, Benin

6. Abia & Imo
Nigerian Navy Finance and Logistics School OWERRINTA

7. Bayelsa & Rivers
Nigerian Navy Hydro Sch Borokiri PORT HARCOURT

8. Anambra
302 Field Arty Regt, Nigerian Army Onitsha

9. Enugu & Ebonyi
HQ, 82 Division Nigerian Army ENUGU

10. Benue
72 Paratrooper BN Nigerian Army MAKURDI

11. Bauchi & Gombe
Nigerian Army Armour Centre, BAUCHI

12. Plateau & Nassarawa
177 BN Nigerian Army, Keffi

13.Niger & FCT
Naval Unit Mogadishu Barracks, Abuja

14. Kaduna
Nigerian Air Force Base, KADUNA

15. Borno & Yobe
21 Armoured Brigade, MAIDUGURI

16.Adamawa & Taraba
23 Armoured Brigade YOLA

17. Katsina & Zamfara
35 Infantry BN, Katsina

18. Kano & Jigawa
Nigerian Air Force Base, KANO

19. Akwa-Ibom & Cross River
NNS VICTORY, Naval Base CALABAR

20. Kogi and Kwara
Nigerian Navy School of Health Sciences (NNSHS) – OFFA

21. Sokoto & Kebbi
26 Motorized BN, SOKOTO

Nigerian Navy school Abeokuta

The Nigerian Navy Secondary school in abeokuta is quite popular. There are other secondary schools spread all over the country managed by Nigerian Navy. Information regarding Nigerian Navy Education should be gotten from their official Education Website here