The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire, and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) has officially announced that the Computer-Based Test (CBT) for its 2025 recruitment exercise will begin on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

This was confirmed in a statement signed by Maj. Gen. A. M. Jibril (Rtd), the Secretary of the Board, on Tuesday.

According to the update, only shortlisted candidates who have been scheduled for the exam will be allowed to access the test portal.

 Exam Supervision and Proctoring Measures

To ensure transparency and prevent malpractice, the CDCFIB CBT will be AI-proctored, meaning all activities during the test will be automatically monitored using artificial intelligence.

The system is designed to detect:

• Any form of cheating or third-party interference
  
• Switching between applications or browser tabs
  
• Use of unauthorized devices or mobile phones
  

Candidates are therefore strongly advised to comply with all examination guidelines to avoid disqualification.

 Technical Requirements for the CDCFIB CBT

Applicants are expected to have the following before taking the test:

• Stable internet connection
  
• Steady power supply
  
• Compatible device (preferably a laptop or desktop computer)
  

While mobile phones and tablets can be used, the Board warns that incoming calls, app switching, or any form of interruption may trigger violation alerts, which could result in automatic disqualification.

 Exam Access and Login Instructions

The CDCFIB recruitment portal will open 30 minutes before each scheduled exam session. Candidates must:

1. Visit the official recruitment portal  https://recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng.
   
2. Log in with their registered details during their selected exam window.
   
3. Complete the photo verification process for identity confirmation.
   
4. Remain in the virtual waiting room until the system automatically launches the exam at the scheduled time.
   

Candidates who experience temporary disconnections during the test can rejoin within the allotted time and continue from where they stopped.

 Important Warning to Candidates

The Board emphasized that the system is fully automated and will detect any suspicious activity, including attempts to cheat or use multiple devices.

Violations such as:

• Multiple logins
  
• Background noise from other people
  
• Use of proxy test takers
  will lead to immediate disqualification.

All candidates are therefore urged to maintain honesty, discipline, and focus throughout the examination.

 Official Statement

“The Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB) wishes to inform all shortlisted candidates that the online Computer-Based Test (CBT) phase of the recruitment exercise will commence on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Only officially scheduled candidates will be allowed to log in. All participants must strictly adhere to examination rules. The CBT will be AI-proctored, and any detected malpractice or device manipulation will result in disqualification.

Candidates are advised to ensure they have a stable internet connection and use an appropriate device preferably a laptop. While mobile phones and tablets may be used, switching apps or receiving calls may lead to automatic failure.

The portal opens 30 minutes before each exam. Candidates must log in via recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng, complete the photo verification, and wait for the exam to begin. Disconnected candidates can rejoin and continue within the allotted time.

We wish all candidates success.”

 Final Advice to Applicants

All candidates are encouraged to:

• Read and follow all instructions carefully before logging in.
  
• Prepare their devices and environment ahead of time to avoid disruptions.
  
• Log in early to avoid missing their session.
  

The CDCFIB reiterated its commitment to ensuring a fair, transparent, and merit-based recruitment process for all applicants.