Admissions & Cadet Enlistment Portal
Rigorous merit-based military selection tracks designed to commission high-caliber medical officers, paramedical professionals, and forward-deployed auxiliary healthcare specialists.
Admission Pathways & Screening Categories
Choose between regular undergraduate cadetship, professional direct commission, or institute auxiliary certifications.
Cadet Regular Commission (CRC) — Cadet Enlistment & Screening
Full military cadetship leading to MBBS, BDS, B.MLS, B.PT, B.Rad, or B.NSc degree, officer commissioning in the Armed Forces, and specialized operational trauma (TCCC) certification.
Baseline Requirements:
- Minimum 5 O'Level credits including English, Math, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology in one sitting
- JAMB UTME score of 240+ in relevant biomedical subject combinations
- Pass the AFCOM&HS Computer-Based Screening Test (CBST)
- Height minimum: 1.68m (Male), 1.65m (Female) with optimal fitness standard
- Unblemished national security clearance and single marital status during cadetship
Institute of Auxiliary Health Studies — Paramedical & Auxiliary Admissions
Operational training for frontline healthcare multipliers: Community Health Extension Workers (CHEW for FOBs), Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT), Combat Lifesavers (CLS), and Health Assistants/Attendants.
Baseline Requirements:
- Minimum 4 to 5 O'Level credits in Sciences (English, Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics)
- Aptitude screening for emergency tactical response and forward deployment duties
- Pass institutional medical fitness assessment and physical stamina tests
- Clearance from Armed Forces Recruitment Directorate or civilian guarantor endorsement
Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) — Professional Specialist Entry
For fully credentialed medical and health science practitioners seeking active military commission with rapid deployment across Armed Forces reference hospitals and UN peacekeeping missions.
Baseline Requirements:
- MBBS, BDS, B.MLS, B.PT, or B.NSc with current practicing license from MDCN, NMCN, or MLSCN
- Completion of mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or valid exemption certificate
- Evaluation and recommendation by the Armed Forces Special Selection Board (AFSSB)
- Passing of military medical, psychological, and weapon handling indoctrination standards
Cadet Admission Eligibility Checker
Input your credentials to evaluate your qualification score for Regular Commission Cadet Entry.
Qualified for Cadet Screening Assessment
Your credentials satisfy the minimum baseline requirements for the AFCOM&HS Cadet Selection Board.
Cadet Screening & Enlistment Timeline
Four sequential evaluation phases ensuring transparent, merit-based officer and specialist selection.
Online Application & Dual Stream Vetting
Candidates select either 'Cadet Enlistment & Screening' or 'Paramedical & Auxiliary Admissions'. Credentials and security documents are digitally validated.
Computer Based Screening Test (CBST)
Standardized evaluation testing scientific aptitude, situational tactical reasoning, and general military knowledge at designated NDA CBT centers.
Armed Forces Medical Examination Board
Rigorous physical fitness evaluation, visual acuity assessment, cardiovascular stress testing, and comprehensive clinical screening.
Armed Forces Selection Board Interview
Final high-command interview panel chaired by senior military medical officers and representatives from the Armed Forces Council.