NCoS Recruitment Past Questions and Answers 2020 to 2026 (PDF Download)

Are you preparing for the Nigerian Correctional Service recruitment exam? Download and practice the NCoS Recruitment Past Questions and Answers PDF (2020 – 2026) as it will help you have a better understanding of the examination pattern, subjects and topics to expect, and generally boost your confidence to pass.

This is not a material randomly available to all candidates shortlisted for the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) aptitude test. As such, this is a good and efficient way to increase your chances of success.

The NCoS recruitment past questions and answers cover the key exam areas such as:

• English Language (Verbal Reasoning)
• Mathematics (Numerical Reasoning)
• General Knowledge (Logical Reasoning)
• Current Affairs and
• NCoS related questions etc. 

The material is simply a compilation from previous years NCoS recruitment tests and have been simplified in such a way that you can easily understand and practice at your own pace.

And to make it easier, it’s all been compiled into a downloadable PDF which is accessible by mobile phone (Android or iPhone), iPad, or Laptop etc. 

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About Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS)

The Nigerian Correctional Service (NCos) before now was addressed as the Nigerian Prisons Service (NPS) is an arm of the criminal justice system which is responsible for operating prisons and providing correctional services based on 3 R’s mandate.

These are Rehabilitation, Reformation, and Reintegration. Simply put, the NCoS facilitates and rehabilitates inmates and criminals across the nation.

From time to time, they usually recruit interested parties to positions like Cadet Assistant Superintendent, Junior Officers/Enlisted Staff, Senior Prison Officer, Prison Officer I-III and other specialized professional roles.

Good News About Practicing NCoS Recruitment Past Questions

1. With the past questions, you’ll be able to understand the exam pattern and you’ll see exactly how many questions are allocated to English, Math, and General Paper so you don’t waste time studying the wrong topics.
2. With the help of the past questions, you’ll be able to identify questions that are often repeated.
3. You can practice at your own pace outside the actual 30 minutes to one hour exam timing.
4. With the past questions, you’ll be able to pinpoint core areas to read. You’ll be able to see if questions come from current affairs, NCoS History, English or Maths so that you can know areas to memorize i.e. dates and names.
5. Since the test is computer-based, knowing the question format helps reduce exam fever and anxiety on the big day.

Nigerian Correctional Service Aptitude Test Questions (Sample)

NCoS SQ in this context means “Nigerian Correctional Service Sample Questions.”

NCoS SQ 1: In what year was the “Nigerian Prisons Service” officially changed to the “Nigeria Correctional Service”?

(A) 2015

(B) 2017

(C) 2019

(D) 2021

Answer: (C)

NCoS SQ 2: The Nigeria Correctional Service is divided into two main branches. What are they?

(A) Police and Military

(B) Custodial and Non-Custodial

(C) Urban and Rural

(D) Federal and State

Answer: (B)

NCoS SQ 3: Who is the current Controller-General of the Nigeria Correctional Service?

(A) Ja’afaru Ahmed

(B) Haliru Nababa

(C) Ahmed Audi

(D) Kemi Nandap

Answer: (B)

NCoS SQ 4: Choose the correct word to fill the blank.

The inmates were encouraged to _______ vocational skills to help them after their release.

(A) acquire

(B) require

(C) inquire

(D) retire

Answer: (A)

NCoS SQ 5: What is the opposite of the word REFORM?

(A) Improve

(B) Change

(C) Worsen

(D) Repair

Answer: (C)

NCoS SQ 6: In a correctional facility, the ratio of wardens to inmates is 1:15. If there are 300 inmates, how many wardens are there?

(A) 10

(B) 15

(C) 20

(D) 30

Answer: (C)

NCoS SQ 7: A warden earns ₦80,000 in January, ₦90,000 in February, and ₦70,000 in March. What is the average monthly salary?

(A) ₦75,000

(B) ₦80,000

(C) ₦85,000

(D) ₦90,000

Answer: (B)

NCoS SQ 8: The Nigeria Correctional Service (NCoS) falls under the supervision of which Ministry?

(A) Ministry of Justice

(B) Ministry of Interior

(C) Ministry of Defence

(D) Ministry of Labor

Answer: (B)

NCoS SQ 9: What does the “Green” color in the Nigerian flag represent?

(A) Peace

(B) Agriculture/Natural Wealth

(C) Strength

(D) Unity

Answer: (B)

NCoS SQ 10: How many Geopolitical Zones are there in Nigeria?

(A) 4

(B) 5

(C) 6

(D) 7

Answer: (C)

NCoS Recruitment Process

1. Candidates must first apply through the official CDCFIB recruitment portal recruitment.cdcfib.gov.ng when the recruitment is announced and provide a valid NIN, select a specific cadre (Superintendent, Inspectorate, or Assistant), and print an acknowledgment slip.
2. Candidates will then be shortlisted for the aptitude test or CBT. This is where having the NCoS recruitment past questions and answers will come in handy.
3. After which, successful candidates will be for physical screening and document verification. The physical screening will include screening based on basic requirements like age (18-35 years), height (min 1.65m for males, 1.60m for females).
4. Qualified candidates will also undergo medical screening and fitness tests at government-recognized hospitals to know if they are fit for paramilitary duty.
5. After all that, the final selection and appointment will be done. Successful candidates will receive their appointment letters and would then be invited for documentation.
6. Those who have successfully been recruited will then undergo a paramilitary induction and training program that’ll last for at least 6 months at an NCoS Training College before they’ll be posted to their place of assignments.

Disclaimer: Kindly note that GetPastQuestions does not have affiliation with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) rather this material was compiled through in-depth research, gathering feedback from persons who wrote the previous years exam and also official/privilege materials made available by the examination body or agency.