NYSC Registration Requirements For Nigerian Graduates 2026/2027 Full Detailed Requirements

• Your JAMB admission letter is necessary. If you lost it, visit the JAMB website to retrieve it by making the necessary payment.

School Identity Card

• You will need the original school ID card, which should have your passport photo, institution name, and matriculation number. If you’ve misplaced it, contact your school’s administrative office for a replacement.

Passport Photographs

• Several recent passport-sized photographs are required. Ensure the photos have a white background, and wear a collared shirt (preferably white). The photo should reflect your current appearance and be no older than three months.

Medical Fitness Certificate

• A medical fitness certificate from a government-recognised hospital is required. It must confirm that you are fit for physical activities. Some camps may conduct additional health checks, so ensure your certificate is up to date.

Birth Certificate or Age Declaration

• A birth certificate or sworn age declaration will be needed for age verification. Ensure the birth date matches your academic records to avoid discrepancies.

National Identification Number (NIN)

• Obtaining a National Identification Number (NIN) is compulsory for NYSC registration. Visit the nearest NIMC centre if you haven’t gotten one yet.

Marriage Certificate (For Married Female Corps Members Only)

• Married female graduates will need their marriage certificate, any relevant name-change publications, and proof of their husband’s residence if they wish to be posted near him.

Additional Requirements for Foreign-Trained Graduates

• Foreign graduates must upload their international passport data page, visa stamps, verified academic transcript, and an evaluation letter from the Federal Ministry of Education.

NYSC Call-Up Letter

• After completing your registration, you will receive a call-up letter. This document is vital for deployment, so be sure to print it once available on the NYSC portal.

Biodata Details for NYSC Registration

You’ll need to provide specific personal information, including:

• Full name
• Date of birth
• Place of birth
• Gender
• Marital status
• Nationality
• State of origin
• Contact address
• Phone number and email
• Next of kin details
• Educational background (institution, course of study, qualification, matriculation number, year of graduation, NIN, preferred deployment state, passport photo)

Key Considerations for All

• Age: Must be under 30 years old at graduation for mobilisation.
• Authenticity: Fake documents lead to demobilisation and prosecution.
• Proxy Registration: Not allowed. 

NYSC Online Registration Requirements (For Upload)

1. Personal Details: Valid Email, Active Phone Number, NIN (National Identification Number).
2. Academic Info: Matriculation Number, JAMB Registration Number, FSLC & O’Level Results (for verification).
3. Photograph: Clean, clear passport photo with a white/off-white background, showing face fully.
4. Signature: Digital signature or scanned signature.
5. Foreign-Trained: International Passport, Degree/HND Certificate, Evaluation Letter, Residence Permit, O-Level results.
6. Married Women: Marriage Certificate, Newspaper Change of Name, Husband’s ID/Domicile Letter, Utility Bill, O-Level result.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Camp Registration Documents (Bring Originals & Copies)

1. Call-Up Letter: Original (printed from portal).
2. Green Card: Printout from portal.
3. Passport Photos: ~8-10 copies.
4. School ID Card: Original.
5. Statement of Result/Certificate: Original.
6. Medical Certificate of Fitness: Original.
7. NYSC Addendum: Printout from dashboard.
8. IT Letter: For Polytechnic graduates.
9. Professional License: For Medical Doctors, Pharmacists, etc.
10. Uploaded Docs: All documents uploaded online (for married women/foreign graduates). 

How To Register for NYSC via Mobile

1. Open a reliable mobile browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox).
2. Go to the NYSC Portal.
3. Select “Create New Account” and fill in the required details.
4. After account creation, log in and select “Online Registration.”
5. Upload the necessary documents and submit your application.
6. Save or print the confirmation page for future reference.

How to Check Your NYSC Status

• NYSC Portal: Log in to your account, then check your registration or deployment status under “Dashboard” or “My Profile.”
• SMS Verification: Send your surname and graduation year to the designated NYSC SMS number to get your status.
• Call Centre: Reach out to the NYSC call centre for assistance regarding your status.