The Nigerian Navy Basic Training School (NNBTS) has specific educational requirements for different entry categories. Applicants must meet these requirements to qualify for recruitment. Below is a breakdown of the categories and their respective academic qualifications.

General Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be Nigerian citizens by birth.
• Age limit varies by category:
  • 18 – 22 years for School Certificate holders.
  • 18 – 26 years for applicants with higher qualifications such as NCE, OND, and professional certifications.
• Candidates must present WAEC, NECO, GCE, or NABTEB scratch cards at recruitment centers.
• Applicants with additional qualifications such as OND and NCE must provide their statement of results.

Educational Requirements by Category

A – Engineering & Technical Specializations

• A1 (Marine Engineer Artificer – MEA): 5 credits in SSCE (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry). OND is an added advantage.
• A2 (Weapon Electrical Artificers – WEA): Same as A1.
• A3 (Aircraft Engineering Artificers – Airframe Engine): Diploma in Airframe & Engine (ICAO certified) and 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry).
• A4 (Aircraft Engineering Artificers – Avionics & Aircraft Electrics – AEA-AA/EEE): Certificate/Diploma in Aircraft Electrics & Avionics (ICAO recognized) with 5 SSCE credits.
• A5 (Shipwright Artificers – SHIPA): 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry). OND in Mechanical/Electrical/Welding Engineering is an advantage.

B – Mechanics & Technicians

• B1 (Marine Engineer Mechanics – MEM): 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry). Technical bias or City & Guilds/Trade Test II is beneficial.
• B2 (Weapon Electrical Mechanics – WEM): Same as B1.
• B3 (Automobile Mechanics – AM): Same as B1.
• B4 (Welding): 4 passes in SSCE with credit in English. Relevant Trade Certificate is mandatory.

C – Communication & IT

• C1 (Communications): 5 SSCE credits including English, Mathematics, Physics.
• C2 (IT Technicians): OND (Lower Credit) in Computer Studies/Science, with 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Physics). Industrial certification is an added advantage.

D – Naval Operations & Support

• D1 (Seaman): 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics).
• D2 (Survey Recorders): OND (Lower Credit) in Land Survey, Cartography, GIS, plus 5 SSCE credits.
• D3 (Sportsmen/Women): 4 SSCE credits including English and evidence of national or international sports participation.
• D4 (Physical Training Instructors): 5 SSCE credits including English, with sports participation evidence.
• D5 (Chaplain Assistants): 5 SSCE credits (English, Christian Religious Knowledge) with 2 years clergy experience and recommendation from two clerics.
• D6 (Imam Assistants): 5 SSCE credits (English, Arabic, Islamic Religious Knowledge), 2 years experience as an Imam, and cleric recommendations.
• D7 (Firemen): 5 SSCE credits including English.
• D8 (Painting): 4 SSCE passes with credit in English. Trade certificate required.

E – Administrative & Technical Support

• E1 (Writers): 5 SSCE credits including English, Mathematics, Accounts/Economics, and Computer Science. OND/NCE in related fields is an advantage.
• E2 (Store Assistants): 5 SSCE credits including English, Mathematics, Economics. Computer skills are advantageous.
• E3 (Caterers): 5 SSCE credits (English, Home Management/Food Nutrition). Experience as a waiter/steward is beneficial.
• E4 (Ordnance): 5 SSCE credits including English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry.
• E5 (Project Technicians): OND (Lower Credit) in relevant fields like Architecture, Civil Engineering, etc., plus 5 SSCE credits.
• E6 (Tailoring): 4 SSCE passes with credit in English. Relevant certificate or experience is mandatory.
• E7 (Carpentry), E8 (Plumbing), E9 (Masonry), E10 (Electrical Technician), E11 (Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technology): 4 SSCE passes with credit in English. Relevant Trade Certificates are mandatory.

F – Medical & Health Services

• F1 (Medical Assistants): 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology/Health Science, Physics).
• F2 (Health Technicians): OND (Lower Credit) or professional qualification in relevant health fields with 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Health Science).

G – Music & Entertainment

• G (Bandsmen): 5 SSCE credits including English. Must be proficient in playing musical instruments.

H – Driving & Mechanical Support

• H (Drivers/Mechanics): 5 SSCE credits including English. Mechanic apprenticeship certificate, valid driver’s license, and experience proof required.

J – Media & Journalism

• J (Journalists): OND (Lower Credit) in Mass Communication, Journalism, Photography, Printing Technology, Public Relations, or Graphic Arts. Must have 5 SSCE credits including English and Mathematics.

K – Nursing & Healthcare

• K (Nurses): RN qualification or double qualification in specialized nursing fields (e.g., A&E, Pediatrics, Ophthalmic). Must have 5 SSCE credits (English, Mathematics, Biology/Health Science, Physics, Chemistry).

N – Education

• N (Education): NCE in Arts, Science, or Technical subjects. Must have 5 SSCE credits including English and Mathematics. TRCN certification is an added advantage.

Applicants must ensure they meet the educational qualifications for their selected category. All qualifications must be backed by official statements of results. The Nigerian Navy recruitment is free, and applicants should beware of fraudsters claiming otherwise.