The Nigeria Customs Service Screening exercise is an important stage of the 2026 Nigeria Customs Service recruitment process for shortlisted candidates.
According to the recruitment notice, successful applicants are expected to attend a physical screening and documentation exercise at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, Abuja.
The exercise will involve the verification of candidates' identities, educational qualifications and other required documents.
Candidates are expected to report strictly according to the date assigned to their respective state and recruitment cadre.
Nigeria Customs Service Screening Date and Venue
Venue: Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, Abuja.
Screening Period: 7 September to 19 September 2026.
Candidates must attend on the date assigned to their respective state and recruitment cadre.
Attendance is compulsory. Failure to appear on the scheduled date may result in disqualification from the recruitment process.
Nigeria Customs Service Screening Schedule for Superintendent Cadre
The Superintendent Cadre (ASC II) screening schedule is as follows:
Monday, 7 September 2026
States: Abia State Adamawa State Akwa Ibom State Anambra State Bauchi State Bayelsa State Benue State Cross River State Delta State
Tuesday, 8 September 2026
States: Ebonyi State Edo State Ekiti State Enugu State Gombe State FCT Imo State Jigawa State Kaduna State
Wednesday, 9 September 2026
States: Kano State Katsina State Kebbi State Kogi State Kwara State Lagos State Nasarawa State Niger State Ogun State
Thursday, 10 September 2026
States: Ondo State Osun State Oyo State Plateau State Rivers State Sokoto State Taraba State Yobe State Zamfara State
Complete Nigeria Customs Service Screening Schedule
Instead of using a table, the complete schedule is arranged below by state. This format is easier to copy and paste.
1. Abia State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
2. Adamawa State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
3. Akwa Ibom State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
4. Anambra State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
5. Bauchi State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
6. Bayelsa State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
7. Benue State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
8. Cross River State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
9. Delta State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Monday, 7 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
10. Ebonyi State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Wednesday, 16 September 2026
11. Edo State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
12. Ekiti State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
13. Enugu State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
14. Gombe State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
15. FCT
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
16. Imo State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
17. Jigawa State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
18. Kaduna State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Monday, 14 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
19. Kano State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
20. Katsina State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Thursday, 17 September 2026
21. Kebbi State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
22. Kogi State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
23. Kwara State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
24. Lagos State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
25. Nasarawa State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
26. Niger State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
27. Ogun State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Friday, 18 September 2026
28. Ondo State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
29. Osun State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
30. Oyo State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
31. Plateau State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
32. Rivers State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
33. Sokoto State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
34. Taraba State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
35. Yobe State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
36. Zamfara State
Superintendent Cadre (ASC II): Thursday, 10 September 2026
Inspectorate Cadre (AIC): Tuesday, 15 September 2026
Customs Assistant (CA): Saturday, 19 September 2026
Documents Required for Nigeria Customs Service Screening
Shortlisted candidates should attend the screening exercise with the original documents and photocopies of the required credentials.
The documents listed in the notice include:
1. National Identification Number (NIN)
2. Original Birth Certificate or Declaration of Age
3. Educational Certificate(s)
4. O'Level Certificate
5. ND Certificate, where applicable
6. HND/BSc Certificate, where applicable
7. Other applicable qualifications
8. Certificate of State of Origin
9. Two recent passport photographs
10. Completed Guarantor's Form
11. NYSC Certificate, where applicable
12. Medical Certificate
Nigeria Customs Service Screening Dress Code
Candidates attending the physical screening should wear the prescribed outfit.
The required dress code is:
White T-shirt
Shorts
Canvas shoes
Candidates should comply with the dress code when reporting for the screening exercise.
Important Information for Shortlisted Candidates
Candidates are advised to prepare adequately before their assigned screening date.
Before travelling to the venue, candidates should:
Confirm their state and recruitment cadre.
Report strictly on the date assigned to them.
Take along original documents and photocopies.
Ensure their personal information is consistent across their documents.
Arrange their educational certificates properly.
Carry two recent passport photographs.
Take the required medical certificate.
Wear the prescribed white T-shirt, shorts and canvas shoes.
Avoid paying anyone who claims to have influence over the recruitment process.
Follow only verified Nigeria Customs Service announcements.
What Happens After Nigeria Customs Service Screening?
The physical screening and documentation exercise may not be the final stage of the recruitment process.
Candidates who successfully complete the exercise will receive further instructions from the Nigeria Customs Service concerning subsequent stages of the recruitment process.
Applicants should therefore continue to monitor official NCS communication channels for further updates.
Beware of Nigeria Customs Recruitment Scams
Candidates should be careful when receiving recruitment information from unofficial sources.
Do not pay anyone who claims that they can guarantee your employment with the Nigeria Customs Service.
Candidates should also avoid sharing sensitive personal or financial information with individuals claiming to be recruitment agents unless their identity and request can be verified through an official NCS channel.
Final Words
The Nigeria Customs Service Screening exercise is a major stage of the 2026 recruitment process. Shortlisted candidates should prepare all required documents in advance and report to the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College (NCCSC), Gwagwalada, Abuja, on their assigned date.
Candidates should carefully confirm their recruitment cadre and state before travelling.
Most importantly, applicants should not miss their scheduled screening date, as attendance is compulsory and failure to appear as scheduled may lead to disqualification from the recruitment process.
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