INEC Recruitment 2025/2026 Portal | Application Form
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has announced to the general public of its ongoing recruitment for 2025/2026, applicants who are interested on joining the Independent National Electoral Commission are to visit the official recruitment website of INEC at https://www.inecnigeria.org/ to get the application form for the 2025/2026 recruitment process.
In this article, you will learn all the basic pre-requisite needed to successfully apply for the Independent National Electoral Commission Recruitment 2025/2026.
Roles of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC)
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) is a body that conducts elections into the National and State Executive and Legislative arms of government.
The commission was established in 1998 to oversee the smooth transition from military rule to civilian rule.
Eligible States for INEC Recruitment 2025/2026
Applicants from any of the listed States are eligible for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) Recruitment 2025/2026:
| Abia | Adamawa | Akwa Ibom |
| Anambra | Bauchi | Bayelsa |
| Benue | Borno | Cross River |
| Delta | Ebonyi | Edo |
| Ekiti | Enugu | Gombe |
| Imo | Jigawa | Kaduna |
| Kano | Katsina | Kebbi |
| Kogi | Kwara | Lagos |
| Nasarawa | Niger | Ogun |
| Ondo | Osun | Oyo |
| Plateau | Rivers | Sokoto |
| Taraba | Yobe | Zamfara and FCT |
Requirements for INEC Recruitment 2025/2026
Applicants who wish to apply for the Independent National Electoral Commission Recruitment 2025/2026 must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Applicant must be a citizen of Nigeria.
- Identification: Applicants must possess a valid of identification (Voter’s Card, National Identity card, international passport, Driver’s license etc.).
- Age: The minimum age requirement is 20 years old and the maximum is 35 years old.
- Qualification: Minimum of WASSCE (West African Senior School Certificate Examination) with five (5) credits, including English Language and Mathematics. Applicant must possess a recognized National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), University Degree, or its equivalent qualification.
- Height: Minimum height requirement is 1.70 meters for men and 1.63 meters for women.
- Fitness: Applicant must be physically fit and pass a mandatory medical examination. This includes tests for eyesight, hearing, and overall health.
- Criminal Record: Applicant must be of good character with no criminal record.
Current Job Openings at the INEC Recruitment 2025/2026
Below are available position openings at the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recruitment 2025/2026:
- Administrative Positions: Administrative Secretary, Office Manager and Human Resources Officer.
- Electoral Operations Positions: Electoral Officer, Returning Officer, and Polling Officer (Ad-Hoc Staff).
- Technical Positions: IT Officer, Data Analyst, and Software Developer.
- Legal Positions: Legal Adviser, Prosecution Officer, and Compliance Officer.
Other Positions include Public Affairs Officer, Logistics Officer, and Finance Officer
How to Apply
Applicants who are eligible for the Independent National Electoral Commission Recruitment 2025/2026 are to follow the guide below for a successful application:
- Visit the INEC official website https://www.inecnigeria.org/
- Choose desired position.
- Fill and complete the online application form.
- Upload all supportive documents required.
- Review the application form carefully and submit.
Is the INEC Recruitment 2025/2026 Ongoing?
Kindly note that the application form for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) 2025/2026 recruitment is not yet out. To stay informed, candidates should visit the INEC website at https://www.inecnigeria.org/ for the latest information and updates on the recruitment exercise.
