NAQS Recruitment 2026: Full Guide to Apply Before the August Deadline – Portal Now Opening

Applications are now open for the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service (NAQS) Recruitment 2026 | How To Apply. Open for Superintendent, Inspectorate & Assistant cadres. Requirements, salary estimates, free portal link, and deadline details inside.

The Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service has opened its 2026 recruitment. If you have SSCE, OND, NCE or a degree and want a federal job, this is one of the biggest openings this year. Applications for NAQS Recruitment 2026 started on 28 July and close on 10 August 2026.

This guide covers every position, exact requirements, salary estimates, step-by-step application process, and the mistakes that get people disqualified. Everything is based on the official portal and current announcements.

What is the Nigeria Agricultural Quarantine Service?

NAQS is the federal agency under the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security that stops foreign pests, animal diseases and plant contaminants from entering Nigeria. Officers work at airports, seaports, land borders and quarantine stations. They inspect agricultural goods coming in and going out of the country.

The job is practical, outdoor-heavy and involves real responsibility for food safety and trade.

NAQS Recruitment 2026 Available Positions and Grades

Three main cadres are open:

1. Superintendent Cadre

Chief Superintendent of Quarantine (CSQ) – CONMESS 2
Requirement: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) + NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
Deputy Superintendent of Quarantine (DSQ) – CONRAISS 08
Requirement: First degree in Law or MSc in a relevant field + NYSC certificate.
Assistant Superintendent of Quarantine II (ASQ II) – CONRAISS 07
Requirement: Any first degree from a recognised university + NYSC discharge certificate.

A BSc in Microbiology, Agriculture, Biology, Biochemistry or related courses qualifies for the Assistant Superintendent role.

2. Inspectorate Cadre

Inspector of Quarantine I–III – CONRAISS 05
Requirement: OND or NCE from a recognised institution.

3. Assistant Cadre

Quarantine Assistant I–III – CONRAISS 04
Requirement: SSCE, NECO or GCE with at least five credits including English and Mathematics in not more than two sittings.

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General Requirements for All Applicants

Every candidate must meet these conditions:

Nigerian by birth
Valid National Identification Number (NIN)
Medically fit with a certificate from a government hospital
Ready to take a drug test
No criminal conviction and not a member of any secret society or cult
Free from financial embarrassment
Computer literate

Physical Standards

Height: minimum 1.65 m (male), 1.55–1.58 m (female)
Chest measurement for men: not less than 0.87 m

The following physical conditions usually disqualify candidates: speech impediment, knock knees, bow legs, flat feet, severe eye defects, amputation, hearing impairment, hunched back, obesity and other major deformities.

Pregnant women are advised not to apply because of the physical exercises in the recruitment process.

NAQS Salary Estimates 2026

Exact figures depend on step and current IPPIS adjustments, but here is what officers currently earn:

CONRAISS 04 (Quarantine Assistant) – Entry-level take-home roughly ₦60,000–₦90,000
CONRAISS 05 (Inspector) – Approximately ₦70,000–₦110,000
CONRAISS 07 (Assistant Superintendent) – ₦80,000–₦150,000 take-home after deductions (pension, tax, NHF). Peculiar allowances of about ₦35,000 for grades 06–09 started in May 2026 and push the figure higher.
CONRAISS 08 (Deputy Superintendent) – Higher than CONRAISS 07
CONMESS 2 (Veterinary Doctors) – Basic salary starts around ₦380,000 and rises with steps and allowances

These are estimates based on current federal scales. Final pay slips will confirm exact amounts.

How to Apply for NAQS Recruitment 2026 (Step-by-Step)

The application is 100% free and only accepted on the official portal.

Go to https://recruitment.naqs.gov.ng
Click “Sign up” and create an account with a valid email address and phone number
Verify your email if required
Log in and select the position that matches your qualification
Fill the form carefully – use the same names as on your certificates and NIN
Upload clear scanned copies of:
- SSCE/NECO/GCE or degree/OND/NCE certificate
- NYSC discharge or exemption (for degree holders)
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- NIN slip
- Passport photograph
Review every detail before submitting
Submit and print or save the acknowledgement slip

Submit only one application. Multiple submissions can lead to disqualification.

Application deadline: 10 August 2026

Shortlisting is expected around 13 August. Computer-Based Test (CBT) and screening start from 15 August 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Important Tips That Increase Your Chances

Use a clean, recent passport photograph with plain background
Make sure your email and phone number are active – all invitations come through them
Do not pay anyone for “help” or “slots”. The process is free from start to finish
Prepare for both CBT and physical screening. Many candidates fail the physical stage
Keep soft and hard copies of every document you uploaded

Common Mistakes That Get Applications Rejected

Wrong height or physical information
Uploading blurry or incomplete certificates
Using different names from your NIN and certificates
Applying for a cadre higher than your qualification
Submitting after the deadline

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Where Successful Candidates Usually Work

Most officers are posted to:

International airports (Lagos, Abuja, Kano, Port Harcourt)
Seaports (Apapa, Tin Can, Onne)
Land borders (Seme, Idiroko, Jibiya, etc.)
Quarantine stations and zonal offices across the country

The work involves inspection of plants, animals, fish and agricultural products for pests and diseases.

Final Checklist Before You Apply

Confirm you meet the height and physical standards
Have your NIN ready
Scan all certificates clearly
Use a working email and phone number
Apply only on recruitment.naqs.gov.ng

NAQS Recruitment 2026 is a genuine federal opportunity. Positions are limited and competition will be high. Apply early, fill the form carefully, and keep checking your email after the deadline.

Good luck.