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Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Recruitment Computer-Based Aptitude Test

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Phase 1: Recruitment MapYou are here

Confirm the current PSC recruitment cycle, age and education requirements, NIN and documents, and screening steps before the CBT.

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Phase 2: Mathematics & Quantitative Reasoning

Practice arithmetic, percentages, fractions, ratios, simple algebra, and word problems under time pressure.

12
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Phase 3: English Language

Drill grammar, synonyms and antonyms, spelling, punctuation, idioms, and reading comprehension.

10
hours
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Phase 4: Current Affairs

Study Nigerian history, government structure, national symbols, geography, and recent national and international events.

10
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Phase 5: General Paper & Police Knowledge

Train logical and verbal reasoning, general knowledge, police ethics, and Nigeria Police Force facts.

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Phase 6: Timed Mixed Review

Run full timed 100-question mock exams, review missed items by section, and confirm CBT-centre logistics.

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Estimated total study time
52 hours
That's about 6 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the Nigeria Police Exam Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Applicants for Police Constable must generally be between 18 and 25 years old; some specialised roles extend the upper limit.
Education
At least five credits in SSCE/NECO/GCE/NABTEB, including English Language and Mathematics, in not more than two sittings.
Experience
No prior law enforcement experience required for entry-level constable recruitment.
Background Check
Credential verification, character and medical screening, and physical fitness assessment are conducted as part of the multi-stage recruitment process.
Additional Requirements
  • Must be a Nigerian citizen by birth.
  • Must possess a valid means of identification such as a National Identification Number (NIN).
  • Must be physically and medically fit, free from physical defects or chronic illness.
  • Must meet the minimum height requirement and pass physical and credential screening before the CBT.

Nigeria Police Exam Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

6-10 weeks for most candidates

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Police Service Commission / Nigeria Police Force, administered at accredited CBT centres

In-Person Only
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Retake Policy

There is no in-cycle retake of the CBT. Candidates who are not shortlisted reapply when the Police Service Commission opens the next NPF recruitment exercise.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam FeeThe Police Service Commission states that NPF recruitment is free; no fee should be charged for the application or CBT
Total Estimated CostTravel to the accredited CBT centre and preparation materials are the main candidate costs
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The official pass rate is The Police Service Commission does not publish a first-time pass-rate percentage for the NPF recruitment aptitude test.. Our students do better.

Aligned to the 100-Item CBT Format

Practice across Mathematics, English, current affairs, and the general paper — the four areas of the NPF aptitude test.

Updated for the 2026 Cycle

Reflects the NPF / PSC recruitment computer-based aptitude test format used in current recruitment exercises.

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Drill questions under a realistic one-hour, 100-question CBT time limit.

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What You'll Study

5 chapters covering everything you need to pass

Nigeria Police Exam Exam Details

Nigeria Police Force (NPF) Recruitment Computer-Based Aptitude Test

Administered by Nigeria Police Force / Police Service Commission (PSC)

Official Source
No official pass mark is published; selection is competitive based on overall score
Passing Score
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Questions
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Hours
No application or examination fee charged by the PSC
Exam Fee
Study time: 30-60 hours
Prerequisites: Be a Nigerian citizen by birth; be between 18 and 25 years old for Police Constable (some specialised roles extend the limit); hold at least five SSCE/NECO/GCE/NABTEB credits including English Language and Mathematics; possess a valid means of identification such as a National Identification Number (NIN); be physically and mentally fit; and pass physical and credential screening before sitting the CBT.
Valid for: Eligibility is tied to a specific recruitment cycle; shortlisted candidates progress to subsequent screening and training stages within that cycle.

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Nigeria Police Force / Police Service Commission (PSC) content outline

Mathematics / Quantitative Reasoning~25%

Basic arithmetic, percentages, fractions, ratios, simple algebra, number series, and quantitative word problems.

English Language / Verbal Reasoning~25%

Grammar, synonyms and antonyms, spelling, punctuation, sentence correction, idioms, and reading comprehension.

Current Affairs~25%

Nigerian history, government structure, national symbols, geography, security agencies, and recent national and international events.

General Paper (General Knowledge & Police Knowledge)~25%

Logical and verbal reasoning, general knowledge, police ethics and conduct, and knowledge of the Nigeria Police Force.

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