The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has opened its recruitment process for Nigerians interested in serving as ad-hoc staff during the 2027 General Election.
The INECPRES recruitment exercise opened on Friday, September 18, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. and will close on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 12:00 midnight.
The recruitment covers positions including Supervisory Presiding Officers (SPOs), Presiding Officers (POs), Assistant Presiding Officers (APOs), Registration Area Centre (RAC) Managers and Registration Area Technical Support Staff (RATECHs).
INEC uses the INECPRES platform to register and engage eligible Nigerians for temporary election duties. The Commission’s election officials page confirms that ad-hoc personnel form part of the officials responsible for election activities.
INEC Ad-Hoc Staff Recruitment 2027 Application Date
The application window is:
- Opening date: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Opening time: 8:00 a.m.
- Closing date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
- Closing time: 12:00 midnight
Applicants who meet the requirements can register through the INECPRES platform during the application period.
Positions Available
INEC is recruiting for the following ad-hoc positions:
- Supervisory Presiding Officers (SPOs)
- Presiding Officers (POs)
- Assistant Presiding Officers (APOs I, II and III)
- Registration Area Centre (RAC) Managers
- Registration Area Technical Support Staff (RATECHs)
Each position has different eligibility requirements, so applicants should check the criteria for their preferred position before completing the registration.
Eligibility for INEC Ad-Hoc Staff Recruitment
Supervisory Presiding Officers (SPOs)
The listed categories include:
- Federal public/civil service and MDA staff on Grade Level 10–14
- Eligible INEC staff, including RAOs and other staff not engaged in conflicting duties
- Serving NYSC corps members
- Former NYSC corps members who completed their service in 2024, 2025 or 2026
Qualified personnel from institutions including NYSC, NOA, NIMC and NPC are given priority where applicable.
Presiding Officers and Assistant Presiding Officers
The recruitment includes eligible students of federal and state tertiary institutions as well as qualified personnel from federal and state MDAs.
For tertiary institutions, the listed categories include students in the specified years of study, including penultimate-year students and students in Year 2 and Year 3, depending on the applicable category.
For MDAs, the listed requirement includes permanent staff with OND or NCE and the required grade level.
RAC Managers
The RAC Manager category is for eligible staff of schools or institutions hosting a Registration Area Centre or Super RAC.
Applicants must be:
- Head of the school or institution hosting the RAC; or
- Staff of the institution hosting the RAC
The listed grade requirement is GL 07 and above.
RATECHs
Registration Area Technical Support Staff are recruited from categories with relevant ICT or technical experience.
The listed categories include:
- Suitable INEC ICT staff who are not engaged in other duties
- IT students from federal and state tertiary institutions
- Former corps members in the Commission, where available
What You Need to Apply
Applicants should have the required personal and supporting information ready before starting the registration.
Depending on the position, the recruitment process may require information such as:
- Email address
- Phone number
- Bank account details
- Recent passport photograph
- Referee information
- Staff or student identification details where applicable
- NYSC information for relevant applicants
- Educational qualification
- Valid means of identification
Applicants should provide accurate information that can be verified by INEC.
How to Apply for INEC Ad-Hoc Staff Recruitment 2027
To apply, visit the official INEC website or go directly to the INECPRES portal.
INEC official website:
https://www.inecnigeria.org
INECPRES application portal:
https://pres.inecnigeria.org
On the portal, select the relevant election staff position, review the eligibility requirements and complete the registration with your correct details.
Applicants should carefully review their information before submitting the form.
INEC’s INECPRES platform provides separate registration and login options for applicants and has previously been used to recruit election personnel for different elections.
Can You Apply for More Than One Position?
Applicants should select the position for which they meet the eligibility requirements. The INECPRES system is designed around specific election staff categories, so candidates should not submit multiple registrations for different positions.
Is INEC Ad-Hoc Recruitment a Permanent Job?
No. The INECPRES exercise is for ad-hoc election duties and should not be confused with permanent employment with INEC.
INEC’s report on the 2023 General Election confirms that ad-hoc personnel were recruited through INECPRES for election duties.
INEC Ad-Hoc Staff Recruitment Portal
Applicants should use the official INECPRES portal for registration:
Apply here: https://pres.inecnigeria.org/
The official INEC website is also available at:
Applicants should avoid unofficial websites, social media links or individuals asking for money in exchange for recruitment.
INEC Ad-Hoc Staff Recruitment Closing Date
The INEC ad-hoc staff recruitment for the 2027 General Election is scheduled to close on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at 12:00 midnight.
Applicants who meet the requirements should complete their registration before the deadline and keep their registration details after submission.
For technical enquiries, applicants can use INEC’s official support channels, including 0700-CALL-INEC.
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