Nigerian Navy Ratings Educational Requirements (2024)

According to Nigerian Navy recruitment portal, these are the ratings educational requirement for candidates applying as ratings in the Nigerian Navy. This is different from the Direct Short Service Course (DSSC) which only involves B.sc holders.

• A1 – Marine Engineer Artificers

  OND in Marine or Mechanical Engineering (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

• A2 – Weapon Electrical Artificers

  OND in Electrical Electronic Engineering (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

• A3 – Aircraft Engineering Artificers (Airframe Engine) Qualification

  Diploma in Airframe & Engine recognized by ICAO and must also posses SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry.

• A4 – Aircraft Engineering Artificers (Avionics & Aircraft Electrics, Electrical / Electronics)

  Certificate/Diploma in Aircraft Electrics & Avionics recognized by ICAO and must possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits, inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

• A5 – Hull Engineer Artificers

  OND in Marine or Mechanical Engineering (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry.

• B1 – Marine Engineer Mechanics

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry. Also intermediate City & Guilds or Trade Test II could be considered. Technical biasness is an advantage.

• B2 – Weapon Electrical Mechanics

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics and Chemistry. Also intermediate City & Guilds or Trade Test II could be considered, technical bias is an advantage.

• B3 – Hull Mechanical/Fitters

  As in B1 and B2 with additional trade in plumbing, welding, machining or woodwork.

• B4 – Automobile Mechanics

  As it is in B1.

• B5 – Dockyard Mechanics

  As it is in B1.

• C1 – Communications

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Physics.

• C2 – Computer

  OND in Computer Studies/Computer Science (at least Lower Credit), Desktop Publishing, Office Suite and must also possess 5 Credits inclusive of English Language and Maths.

• C3 – ICT

  OND in Computer Studies/Computer Science (at least Lower Credit), Computer literacy is compulsory and must possess 5 Credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Physics. Proficiency or industry certification in any of the following areas shall be an added advantage:

  1. Database.
  2. Computer-Aided Design.
  3. Personal Computer Maintenance.
  4. Networking Fundamentals.
  5. Website Development and Management.
  6. Programming.

• D1 – Seaman

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Maths.

• D2 – Survey Recorders

  OND in Land Survey, Cartography, Geographic Information System (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Physics or Geography or Technical Drawing.

• D3 – Physical Training Instructors

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits Inclusive of English Language. Interest and proven talents in sports as well as evidence of participation in sports at Secondary School/State/YSFON level is required.

• D4 – Chaplain Assistants

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Christian Religious Knowledge. Two years experience as clergy/church worker as well as letter of recommendation by 2 Clerics/churches recognized by the NN is required.

• D5 – Mosque Assistants

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of Arabic, Islamic Religious Knowledge and English Language. Two years experience as Imam/Mosque attendant as well as letter of recommendation by 2 Islamic clerics/organizations recognized by the NN is required.

• D6 – Firemen

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language.

• E1 – Writers

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths, Accounts/Economics. Computer skill is compulsory. Also OND/NCE in Accounts or Secretariat Administration would be added advantage.

• E2 – Store Assistants

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Economics. Computer skill is an added advantage.

• E3 – Caterers

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Home Management/Food Nutrition. Certificate or Navy proven experience as a Waiter or Steward is an advantage.

• E4 – Ordinance

  Five credits in English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and any other 2 subjects.

• E5 – Project Technicians.

  OND in relevant discipline such as Architecture, Quantity Survey, Civil/ Structure/ Building technology, Electrical/ Mechanical installation, Urban and Rural Planning, Estate Management, Land Economy and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Physics.

• F1 – Medical Assistants

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits in English Language, Maths, Chemistry, Biology/ Health Science and Physics.

• F2 – Medical Records/Health Administration

  OND/professional qualification in Medical Records or Health Administration (at least Lower Credit) and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language, Maths and Biology/Health Science.

• F3 – Physiotherapist, Public Health, Occupational Therapist, Dental Therapist and Dental Lab Assistants

  OND/professional Qualification in relevant fields and must also possess SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits In English Language, Chemistry, Biology/Health Science and Maths.

• G – Bandsmen

  SSCE or equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language. Certificate in music and proficiency in any musical instrument will be an added advantage.

• H – Drivers/Mechanics

  SSCE or Equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language. Current Mechanic apprenticeship certificate and evidence of driving experience as well as a letter of recommendation (as a mechanic) from past or present employer is required.

• J – Journalists

  OND in Mass Communication, Journalism, Photography, Printing Technology, Information Library, Public Relations, Graphic Arts, Film Making and Cinematography and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits inclusive of English Language and Maths

• K – Nurses

  Single qualification RN and double qualification in any relevant qualification such as RM, A&E, ENT, Psychiatric, Paediatric, Orthopaedic/Trauma, Ophthalmic, Anesthetic, Public Health, Occupational Health, Nephrology/Dialysis all Theatre Nursing and must also possess SSCE/equivalent with 5 credits including English Language, Maths, Biology/Health Science, Physics and Chemistry.

• N – Education

  NCE in Arts/Science/Technical subjects in addition to SSCE/equivalent with 5 Credits inclusive of English Language and Maths for Science/Technical subjects or 5 credits Including English Language and at least a pass in Maths for Arts subjects.