CDCFIB Approved Venues for Physical Verification Exercise across the Country 2025

CDCFIB Approved Venues for Physical Verification Exercise across the Country 2025

The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) is responsible for coordinating recruitment into the NSCDC, Nigeria Immigration Service, Federal Fire Service, and the Correctional Service. Every recruitment year, one of the most important stages applicants must pass is the Physical Verification Exercise.

For the 2025 recruitment cycle, the board is expected to maintain a nationwide structure to ensure that all candidates across Nigeria have access to verification centres. This guide explains the approved venues across the country, what applicants should expect, required documents, safety guidelines, mistakes to avoid, and practical tips to ensure a smooth verification experience.

Understanding the CDCFIB Physical Verification Stage

Why the Physical Verification Exercise Is Important

The physical verification stage is designed to confirm:

1. The authenticity of documents submitted during online registration

2. The physical fitness level of applicants

3. Age, height, and identity claims

4. Compliance with service-specific requirements

5. That candidates are not involved in fraud or impersonation

This stage is strictly monitored by CDCFIB officials, armed security personnel, and representatives from the agencies under the board.

Who Must Attend This Exercise

Every shortlisted applicant for:

1. Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC)

2. Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS)

3. Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS)

4. Federal Fire Service (FFS)

No candidate can skip physical verification. Absence leads to automatic disqualification.

CDCFIB Approved Venues for Physical Verification Exercise across the Country 2025

General Requirements for the 2025 Physical Verification

Required Documents

Applicants must report to the verification venue with the following:

1. Printout of the application acknowledgment slip

2. CDCFIB invitation slip containing exam/verification details

3. Original and photocopies of credentials (WAEC/NECO/NABTEB, ND, HND, BSc as applicable)

4. Birth certificate or age declaration

5. Certificate of state of origin

6. Two recent passport photographs

7. Valid means of identification (NIN slip, national ID card, voter’s card, or driver’s licence)

8. Requirements for Physical Screening.
   Appearance.
   you’re expected to Appear in the following way.
   1. (M) skin cut and no beard at all for men
   (F) Your hairstyle must be short and must not touch your shoulders
   (F) No make up. if you must wear one let it be nude makeup.
   2. White shirt
   3. White shorts
   4. White shoes and stocks
   5. ( F) You are allowed to wear a little white cap to pack your hair if you’re a female.
   Documents required.
   1. Birth certificate from NPC, pproved hospitals or Declaration of Age from Court.
   2. NIN slip for identification
   3. Primary School certificate i.e FSLC if you don’t have original don’t stress it. Go with your testimonial or statement of result
   4. S S C E certificate. Original or Online printouts if you can’t lay your hands on original.
   5. ND OR NCE certificate for those who applied for Inspectorate cadre or statement of result
   6. HND Or Bachelors degree and NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter..
   7. State of Origin certificate
   8. Medical fitness certificate from approved government hospitals
   NOTE: IF YOU DON’T HAVE ORIGINALS, DON’T TRAVEL ANYWHERE. DON’T LET ANYBODY PUT YOU UNDER STREES.
   Little details you need to know. At least know the email or phone number with which you used to apply. It may be asked of you…
   keep your phones away and make sure it’s on silence if you must carry them with you. keep them in your files at all times.
   Punctuality is the sole of business. Try to go early and Make sure you write your names and time of arrival as soon as you land at your screening venue.
   Stay confident and move around smartly. Don’t bother yourself and don’t let anybody put you under pressure. Drink water and rest enough. what will be, will be. no amount of worry can increase your chances of getting shortlisted…

Dress Code

Applicants are usually advised to dress in:

1. White round-neck T-shirt

2. White shorts

3. White socks

4. White canvas shoes

The board may adjust this, but this remains the standard across the agencies.

Behavioural Guidelines

Candidates must:

1. Arrive early

2. Avoid bribery or lobbying attempts

3. Follow security instructions

4. Maintain orderliness while on the premises

5. Respect officials and other applicants

CDCFIB Approved Centres for the 2025 Physical Verification Exercise

Below is the projected and traditionally used list of venues across states. CDCFIB may update this list, but the structure remains largely consistent year after year