Applications are now open for the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Recruitment 2026.
The Service is inviting suitably qualified Nigerians to apply for various full-time positions across the Superintendent, Inspector, and Assistant Cadres.
This recruitment offers opportunities for graduates and SSCE holders who meet the required qualifications and are interested in building a career with the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service.
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Available Positions
The recruitment covers the following cadres:
A. Superintendent Cadre
- Chief Superintendent of Quarantine Cadre (CSC) – CONRAISS 2 (Veterinary Medicine/DVM)
- Deputy Superintendent of Quarantine (DSQ) – CONRAISS 08 (Law)
- Assistant Superintendent of Quarantine II (ASQ II) – CONRAISS 07
B. Inspector Cadre (IQ I & IQ III)
Inspector of Quarantine II (IQ II) – CONRAISS 05
General Duty (OND/NCE Holders)
C. Assistant Cadre
Quarantine Assistant (QA I–QA III) – CONRAISS 04
General Duty (SSCE/NECO/GCE Holders)
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Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should meet the following conditions before applying:
1. Be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
2. Possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN).
3. Be medically fit.
4. Present a certificate of medical fitness from a government hospital.
5. Be ready to undergo a drug test.
6. Be of good character with no criminal conviction.
7. Not belong to any secret society or cult.
8. Minimum height:
- 1.65m for males
- 1.60m for females
9. Male applicants should have a minimum chest measurement of 0.87m.
10. Be computer literate (added advantage).
Educational Requirements
Depending on the position applied for, applicants should possess one of the following:
1. DVM (Doctor of Veterinary Medicine)
Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B)
2. Bachelor’s Degree in relevant disciplines
OND/NCE
3. SSCE/NECO/GCE with at least five (5) credits, including English Language and Mathematics, obtained in not more than two sittings.
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Important Information
Applicants should note the following:
1. Applications must be submitted online only.
2. The recruitment application is FREE.
3. Any certificate not declared and accepted during recruitment will not be recognised after employment.
4. Applicants with specified physical or medical conditions listed in the recruitment notice may not be eligible.
5. Pregnant women are advised not to apply due to the physical nature of the recruitment exercise.
6. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
Important Dates
- Application Opens: 28 July 2026
- Application Deadline: 11 August 2026
- Shortlisting of Successful Candidates: 13 August 2026
- CBT Screening/Interviews: 15 August 2026
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How to Apply for Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Recruitment 2026
Interested applicants should submit their applications online through the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) official recruitment portal before the portal closes by 11th August 2026.
You can also check out more opportunities you are eligible to apply for on the Federal Government Initiative Category, Latest Grant Collection Category, and Job and Career Opportunity Desk.
