Nigerian Army DSSC 29/2026 Shortlisted Candidates PDF | Training Date & Portal

Nigerian Army DSSC 29/2026 Shortlisted Candidates: PDF Download, Portal and Training Date – The Nigerian Army has released the official list of successful candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026. Applicants who participated in the DSSC 29 recruitment exercise can now check their names, download the shortlist PDF, and get ready for the next stage of the selection process.

In this guide, you will learn how to check the Nigerian Army DSSC 29/2026 shortlisted candidates, download the PDF list, confirm your state batch, and see the training date and venue for successful applicants.

Is Nigerian Army DSSC 29 Shortlist 2026 Out?

Yes, the Nigerian Army has officially announced that the list of successful candidates for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026 Selection Board is out and available online. According to the public announcement, the shortlist has been published on the Army’s recruitment website for candidates and the general public to access.

All applicants are expected to check their names on the portal and follow the subsequent instructions for the selection board and training.

States Included in the DSSC 29/2026 Shortlist

The DSSC 29/2026 shortlist covers all 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). Candidates from the following states can check the list:

• Abia, Adamawa, Akwa Ibom, Anambra, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Benue, Borno

• Cross River, Delta, Ebonyi, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Gombe, Imo, Jigawa

• Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Kogi, Kwara, Lagos, Nasarawa, Niger

• Ogun, Ondo, Osun, Oyo, Plateau, Rivers, Sokoto, Taraba, Yobe, Zamfara, and FCT Abuja

If you applied for DSSC 29/2026 from any of these states, you are advised to check the shortlist immediately.

How to Check Nigerian Army DSSC 29/2026 Shortlisted Candidates

Follow the steps below to check if your name is on the DSSC 29/2026 shortlist:

1. Visit the official Nigerian Army recruitment portal:
   https://recruitment.army.mil.ng.

2. On the homepage, navigate to the section titled “SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES FOR DSSC 29/2026” or “Military Secretary – DSSC/SSC”.

3. Click on the DSSC 29/2026 Shortlisted Candidates link to open the official announcement.

4. Download the shortlist PDF provided on the portal to your phone or laptop.

5. Open the PDF file with a PDF reader and use the search function to look for your:

   • Name

   • Application number

   • State of origin

6. Carefully go through the list to confirm whether you have been shortlisted for the selection board and training.

You should also check the email address and phone number you used during registration for any direct notification from the Nigerian Army.

You can additionally host a direct DOWNLOAD SHORTLIST (PDF) button on your site pointing to either the official portal or your own mirror of the file, but always reference the Army portal as the primary source.

Nigerian Army DSSC 29/2026 Selection Board Date and Venue

According to the official announcement, shortlisted candidates for DSSC 29/2026 are to report for the Selection Board as follows:

• Venue: Nigerian Army School of Infantry (NASI), Jaji, Kaduna State

• Reporting time: 9:00 a.m.

• From: 22 February 2026

• To: 8 March 2026

All shortlisted candidates must report to NASI Jaji within this window with the required documents and items for screening and assessment.

DSSC 29/2026 Training Date and Venue for Successful Candidates

After the Selection Board, the Nigerian Army has further directed successful candidates for DSSC 29/2026 to report for officer cadet training as follows:

• Training venue: Officer Cadet Training Wing, Nigerian Army School of Infantry (NASI), Jaji, Kaduna State

• Training date: Friday, 27 March 2026

• Reporting time: As specified in your individual instructions (usually morning reporting)

The Army has clearly stated that the full list of candidates cleared for training is available online at the recruitment portal and through its official communication channels.

Items Required for DSSC 29/2026 Candidates Reporting for Training

The Nigerian Army has outlined the items that successful DSSC 29/2026 candidates must bring when reporting to NASI Jaji for training. These typically include:

• Original copies of all academic and professional credentials, plus several photocopies

• Valid certificate of the state of origin

• Authenticated Bank Verification Number (BVN) printout

• Completed printouts from the recruitment portal, including referee forms and any coded AHQ MS Data Form or indemnity documents sent via email

• Recent passport photographs and full‑size coloured photographs as specified in the instructions

• Appropriate civilian clothing, sportswear, and underwear as listed in the official notice

• Basic personal items such as toiletries, bedding, and cutlery (as usually required for officer cadet training)

Female candidates are additionally expected to bring items such as:

• A pair of black low‑heel cover shoes

• Dark‑coloured lounge skirts or suits

• Black or blue tight shorts and trouser suits

Serving military personnel must report with release letters and passes from their commanders or commanding officers.

Always cross‑check the latest item list on the official portal or announcement, as the Army may update or adjust specific requirements.

Important Warnings and Instructions for DSSC 29 Candidates

The Nigerian Army has issued several important warnings for DSSC 29/2026 candidates:

• Do not pay anyone to have your name included in the shortlist or to secure a slot for training.

• The list of successful candidates is published free of charge on the recruitment portal.

• Successful candidates who fail to report on the scheduled training date (27 March 2026) will forfeit their vacancies to candidates on the reserve list.

• Reserve candidates are not to report to NASI unless they are officially contacted by the Army.

• There will be no vacancy for reserve candidates after 20 April 2026, meaning all replacements must be done before that date.

Sticking strictly to the official instructions is crucial to avoid disqualification or loss of your place.

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