The Osun State Government, through the Ministry of Education, the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), and the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), has been running a major teacher recruitment exercise to fill vacancies in public primary, junior secondary, and senior secondary schools across the state ahead of the 2026/2027 academic session. If you applied for this exercise, or you’re hoping to catch the next application window, this guide covers where things currently stand, who’s eligible, what documents you’ll need, and how the process works from application to appointment letter.

Key Facts

●  Recruiting agencies: SUBEB (primary schools), TESCOM (secondary schools), and the Ministry of Education/Civil Service Commission (Education Officers)

●  Official portal: www.osunstate.gov.ng  

●  Current status: Batch 1 shortlist released, appointment letters issued from March 9, 2026, supplementary list added March 22, 2026

●  Total successful candidates so far: 1,241 (660 SUBEB, 526 TESCOM, 55 Education Officers)

●  A second batch has been announced as forthcoming but has not been released as of this writing

Where the Exercise Currently Stands

This recruitment drive has already moved through several stages. Here’s the timeline so far:

Applicants who registered on the portal sat for a Computer-Based Test (CBT) and were invited for interviews across the state. On Saturday, March 7, 2026, the Ministry of Education announced that shortlisting was complete, with 3,000 candidates shortlisted for teaching positions and 150 for non-teaching positions. Successful applicants were told to log into their portal dashboards to check their status, with notifications also sent by email.

The first batch of 1,000 successful candidates began collecting appointment letters from Monday, March 9, 2026, at designated offices in Osogbo: the Civil Service Commission, the Ministry of Education, TESCOM, and the SUBEB headquarters.

On March 22, 2026, Governor Ademola Adeleke approved a supplementary list for Batch 1, raising the total number of successful candidates from 1,000 to 1,241. The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Mr Kehinde Jimoh, explained that the increase was meant to absorb more qualified unemployed youths into the teaching profession. The breakdown of the final Batch 1 figure is:

Officials have mentioned a second batch as forthcoming, but no release date has been announced yet. If you applied and haven’t seen your name on either list, it’s worth continuing to check the portal and official Ministry of Education channels rather than assuming you’ve been unsuccessful.

If your name is on the list, report to SUBEB, TESCOM, or the Civil Service Commission (whichever applies to your position) to begin profiling and documentation before your appointment letter is issued.

Who Is Eligible

Requirements differ slightly depending on which agency you’re applying to, since SUBEB covers primary schools and TESCOM covers post-basic (junior and senior secondary) schools.

For SUBEB (primary school teachers)

●  Must hold a Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) as the minimum qualification

●  WASSCE/NECO/NABTEB with at least five credits in relevant subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings

●  A Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) certificate is an added advantage when held

For TESCOM (secondary school teachers)

●  BA + PGDE, BSc + PGDE, or HND + PGDE, or

●  BA (Ed) or BSc (Ed) in a relevant discipline

●  Waivers have previously been considered for core science subjects for candidates pursuing a postgraduate diploma in education

●  WASSCE/NECO/NABTEB with at least five credits in relevant subjects, obtained in not more than two sittings

For all applicants, regardless of agency

●  Must be indigenes of Osun State, with valid proof of Local Government of Origin

●  A valid, active email address and phone number

●  A National Identification Number (NIN)

Documents You’ll Need

Have these ready before you start an online application, since incomplete submissions are typically the biggest reason candidates get screened out early:

●  Recent passport photograph

●  Birth certificate or a court declaration of age

●  Local Government of Origin attestation/indigene certificate

●  Academic credentials matching your qualification (NCE, degree certificate, PGDE, WASSCE/NECO/NABTEB results)

●  NYSC discharge certificate or exemption letter, where applicable

●  A valid means of identification (National ID card, Voter’s Card, International Passport, or Driver’s License)

●  Attestation from referees (previous cycles have asked for two to three, at least one from the higher institution attended)

●  TRCN certificate, if you have one

How the Application Process Works

Based on how this and previous Osun teacher recruitment cycles have run, here’s what to expect when a new application window opens:

1. Visit the portal at www.osunstate.gov.ng and select either the SUBEB or TESCOM application link, depending on which category you qualify for.

2. Register an account using a valid email address and phone number, then create your login credentials.

3. Complete the online form with your personal details, academic qualifications, and Local Government of Origin, and upload the required documents in the specified format.

4. Review and submit your application, then print or save your application slip. You’ll need details from it later, including for your CBT exam slip.

5. Wait for CBT/interview invitation. Shortlisted applicants are invited for a Computer-Based Test, followed by an interview for those who pass.

6. Check the shortlist once results are released, either on the portal dashboard or through the official Ministry of Education channels.

7. Report for documentation at SUBEB, TESCOM, or the Civil Service Commission if your name appears ahead of receiving your appointment letter.

Note that previous cycles have required a non-refundable application processing fee (₦2,000 in the 2024 exercise) payable through the portal. Fee amounts can change between cycles, so confirm the current figure directly on the portal before making any payment, and never pay anyone claiming to guarantee you a slot. The recruitment itself is merit-based and free of any “connection” fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Osun State teachers recruitment application still open?

The most recent cycle has moved past the application stage into shortlisting and appointment. A second batch has been announced as forthcoming, but no new application window has opened as of this writing. Keep checking the official portal and Ministry of Education announcements for updates.

Do I need an NCE to apply for TESCOM (secondary school) positions?

No TESCOM positions require a first degree with PGDE or a Bachelor’s degree in Education. NCE is the SUBEB (primary school) minimum requirement.

Is a TRCN certificate compulsory?

It has generally been treated as an advantage rather than a strict requirement, though this can vary by cycle. It’s worth having if you’re already registered, and worth starting the registration process if you’re not.

What if my name isn’t on the Batch 1 or supplementary list?

A second batch has been announced as still forthcoming. Continue monitoring the portal rather than assuming the exercise is fully closed.

Where do I collect my appointment letter if I’m successful?

Designated offices in Osogbo: the Osun State Civil Service Commission, the Ministry of Education, TESCOM, and SUBEB headquarters, depending on which agency you were recruited under.