The Nigerian Navy has released the shortlist of candidates invited to participate in the aptitude test for its 2026 Batch 39 recruitment exercise.
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Key Highlights
- The Nigerian Navy has released the Batch 39 aptitude test shortlist.
- Shortlisted candidates will sit the test on Saturday, November 21, 2026.
- Applicants should check their status and print exam slips on the official portal.
- Candidates must bring identification, including their NIN slips.
- Recruitment is free; applicants are warned against fraudsters.
The shortlisted candidates are expected to sit for the recruitment examination on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at designated centres across the country.
The navy made the shortlist available through its official recruitment portal, urging applicants to check their recruitment status and download their examination slips ahead of the test.
The Batch 39 recruitment exercise, conducted for entry into the Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS), opened on October 2 and closed on October 31, 2026.
How to check the Batch 39 shortlist
Applicants are advised to access the official recruitment portal at www.joinnigeriannavy.navy.mil.ng to confirm whether their names appear on the shortlist.
Candidates experiencing difficulties accessing the portal due to heavy traffic are encouraged to try again during less busy periods.
Those shortlisted are required to print their examination slips and prepare relevant identification documents, including their National Identification Number (NIN) slips, ahead of the aptitude test.
Next stages and requirements
The recruitment process will involve an aptitude test, physical screening, interview and medical examination before the final list of successful candidates is released.
According to the recruitment guidelines, most applicants seeking entry through the general O’level category must be between 18 and 22 years old as of December 31, 2026, while higher age limits apply to certain technical and specialist categories.
The navy also requires applicants to meet the prescribed educational, physical and medical standards for their respective entry categories.
Candidates who successfully complete the recruitment process are expected to commence basic military training in the first quarter of 2027.
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Meanwhile, applicants have been warned against recruitment fraudsters and individuals demanding money in exchange for assistance with shortlisting or securing enlistment.
The Nigerian Navy recruitment exercise is free, and candidates are advised to rely on official announcements and the Navy’s recruitment portal for accurate information.
The release of the Batch 39 shortlist marks another stage in the recruitment process, with successful candidates from the aptitude test expected to proceed to subsequent screening stages.
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