Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Nationwide Recruitment 2026
Job Description
Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Nationwide Recruitment 2026
Applications are open for the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Recruitment 2026, with suitably qualified Nigerians invited to apply for full-time positions across different cadres.
The recruitment covers opportunities for candidates with qualifications ranging from SSCE/NECO/GCE and OND/NCE to university degrees and postgraduate qualifications, making it accessible to applicants at different educational and professional levels.
The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service is a federal government agency responsible for agricultural quarantine activities and measures aimed at preventing the introduction and spread of pests and diseases affecting plants, animals and agricultural products in Nigeria.
Available Positions
The recruitment is divided into three major cadres:
1. Superintendent Cadre
Chief Superintendent of Quarantine (CSQ) – CONRAISS 12
Specialisation: Veterinary Doctors
Applicants must possess:
- Minimum of a first degree in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from a recognised institution of higher learning
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
2. Deputy Superintendent of Quarantine (DSQ) – CONRAISS 08
Specialisation: Law
Applicants must possess:
- Minimum of a first degree in Law or a Master’s degree in another relevant field from a recognised institution
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
3. Assistant Superintendent of Quarantine II (ASQ II) – CONRAISS 07
Applicants must possess:
- Minimum of a first degree from a recognised institution of higher learning
- NYSC Discharge Certificate
This provides an opportunity for university graduates interested in beginning a career with the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service.
Inspectorate Cadre
4. Inspector of Quarantine I–III (IQ I–IQ III) – CONRAISS 05
Applicants must possess:
- OND or NCE certificate from a recognised institution
This category provides an entry route for applicants who do not hold a university degree but possess recognised OND or NCE qualifications.
Assistant Cadre
5. Quarantine Assistant I–III (QA I–QA III) – CONRAISS 04
Applicants must possess:
- SSCE, NECO or GCE O’Level
- Minimum of four credits
- Credits must be obtained in not more than two sittings
- Subjects must include English Language and Mathematics
This means applicants with secondary-school qualifications who meet the stated requirements can also participate in the recruitment exercise.
General Requirements
In addition to the qualification requirements for individual positions, applicants must meet the general recruitment conditions stipulated by NAQS.
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian by birth
- Have a National Identification Number (NIN)
- Be medically fit
- Present a certificate of medical fitness from a government hospital
- Be prepared to undergo a drug test
- Be of good character
- Have no criminal conviction
- Not belong to a secret society or cult
- Be free from financial embarrassment
- Be computer literate
- Meet the stipulated physical requirements for the recruitment exercise
- Declare all certificates and qualifications being presented during the recruitment process
Any certificate or qualification that is not declared and accepted during recruitment will not subsequently be accepted after recruitment.
Height Requirements
The recruitment notice states a minimum height requirement of:
- Female applicants: 1.55 metres
- Male applicants: 1.65 metres
It also states a minimum chest measurement of 0.87 metres for male applicants.
Physical and Medical Screening
NAQS states that applicants will undergo physical assessment as part of the recruitment process. Candidates are therefore expected to satisfy the agency’s stipulated medical and physical fitness requirements.
Applicants should carefully review all requirements on the recruitment portal before submitting an application.
Computer-Based Test
Shortlisted candidates will participate in a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
The appropriate date and time for the CBT will be communicated to shortlisted applicants.
Candidates should therefore ensure that the phone number, email address and other contact information submitted during registration are correct and accessible.
Documents and Information to Prepare
Depending on the position being applied for, candidates should prepare relevant documents such as:
- NIN details
- SSCE/NECO/GCE certificate
- OND or NCE certificate where applicable
- University degree certificate where applicable
- Postgraduate qualification where applicable
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate where required
- Professional qualifications where applicable
- Medical fitness documentation as required
- Other credentials requested during the online application
Applicants should ensure that the information on their documents is accurate and consistent before submitting their applications.
Application Timeline
According to the recruitment notice:
- Applications open: 28 July 2026
- Applications close: 10 August 2026
- Shortlisting of successful candidates: 15 August 2026
- CBT Screening/Interviews: From 15 August 2026
Applicants are advised to apply early rather than waiting until the closing date.
Important Information
- Application is completely free
- Applications must be submitted online
- Applicants should not pay anyone for recruitment or employment
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered
- Candidates must meet the requirements of the particular cadre for which they are applying
- Shortlisted candidates will proceed to the subsequent screening stages
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should complete their applications through the NAQS recruitment portal:
Applicants should select the position appropriate for their qualification, complete the online application carefully and submit all required information within the application period.
Deadline: 10 August 2026
Requirements
In addition to the qualification requirements for individual positions, applicants must meet the general recruitment conditions stipulated by NAQS.
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian by birth
- Have a National Identification Number (NIN)
- Be medically fit
- Present a certificate of medical fitness from a government hospital
- Be prepared to undergo a drug test
- Be of good character
- Have no criminal conviction
- Not belong to a secret society or cult
- Be free from financial embarrassment
- Be computer literate
- Meet the stipulated physical requirements for the recruitment exercise
- Declare all certificates and qualifications being presented during the recruitment process
Any certificate or qualification that is not declared and accepted during recruitment will not subsequently be accepted after recruitment.
Height Requirements
The recruitment notice states a minimum height requirement of:
- Female applicants: 1.55 metres
- Male applicants: 1.65 metres
It also states a minimum chest measurement of 0.87 metres for male applicants.
Physical and Medical Screening
NAQS states that applicants will undergo physical assessment as part of the recruitment process. Candidates are therefore expected to satisfy the agency’s stipulated medical and physical fitness requirements.
Applicants should carefully review all requirements on the recruitment portal before submitting an application.
Computer-Based Test
Shortlisted candidates will participate in a Computer-Based Test (CBT).
The appropriate date and time for the CBT will be communicated to shortlisted applicants.
Candidates should therefore ensure that the phone number, email address and other contact information submitted during registration are correct and accessible.
Documents and Information to Prepare
Depending on the position being applied for, candidates should prepare relevant documents such as:
- NIN details
- SSCE/NECO/GCE certificate
- OND or NCE certificate where applicable
- University degree certificate where applicable
- Postgraduate qualification where applicable
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate where required
- Professional qualifications where applicable
- Medical fitness documentation as required
- Other credentials requested during the online application
Applicants should ensure that the information on their documents is accurate and consistent before submitting their applications.
Application Timeline
According to the recruitment notice:
- Applications open: 28 July 2026
- Applications close: 10 August 2026
- Shortlisting of successful candidates: 15 August 2026
- CBT Screening/Interviews: From 15 August 2026
Applicants are advised to apply early rather than waiting until the closing date.
Important Information
- Application is completely free
- Applications must be submitted online
- Applicants should not pay anyone for recruitment or employment
- Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered
- Candidates must meet the requirements of the particular cadre for which they are applying
- Shortlisted candidates will proceed to the subsequent screening stages
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should complete their applications through the NAQS recruitment portal:
Applicants should select the position appropriate for their qualification, complete the online application carefully and submit all required information within the application period.
Deadline: 10 August 2026