Every year nearly the same questions pop up about National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). In this post, we’ve collated various questions for fresh Nigerian graduates and provided answers as well.
We’ll be providing answers to all NYSC questions fresh Nigerian graduates or Prospective Corps Members ask whenever it’s time for mobilization.
Let’s get started…
What is the age limit for NYSC
The age limit for NYSC is 30-year. If you’re 30 before mobilisation it means you’re not qualified again. In that case, you can apply for NYSC exemption certificate.
Who established NYSC in Nigeria?
The government of Gen. Yakubu Gowon established the youth service scheme by decree 24 on May 22, 1973. The scheme has been a model to some African countries. It was established to foster national integration among Nigerian youths.
What is an exemption certificate?
NYSC Exemption Certificate is a special letter that is issued by the management of the National Youth Service Corps to Nigerian graduates who are willing to serve their fatherland but are above 30 years old. Exemption certificate carries the seal of the NYSC and shows that you’re above 30 at the time your course mates are being mobilized.
Is NYSC compulsory in Nigeria?
NYSC is a mandatory one-year programme for all Nigerian graduates (foreign and home) who are not more than 30 years old at the time of mobilization.
Who is an Otondo?
A serving corps member who has just completed a 3-week orientation course is usually referred to as Otondo by their fellows who are “old” in the system. When he/she is fully accustomed to his/her place of primary assignment he/she is seen as a full corp member by a fellow member.
Fellow corps members call their “fresh fellow” otondo. It’s very rare to see someone who isn’t a serving corps member to call a corps member Otondo. Simply put, Otondo is a JJC corps member who has just been deployed.
What is NYSC green card?
The green card is a slip you’re mandated to print online after the completion of your online registration for mobilization. The green card is evidence that you’ve completed all the requirements needed.
When am I supposed to print my NYSC Green Card if I just registered?
Login to your dashboard regularly. The option to print it will come up any time.
How can I apply for the correction of names within NYSC dashboard?
The option to apply for correction of names and rearrangement of names is available within your dashboard, click on it and follow the instruction. Better still, check this guide on correction of names
I’m a Part-time graduate, how can I print a Letter of Exclusion?
All you need to do is: register on NYSC portal pay the sum of N3,000 and print your letter of exclusion.
Is it a must to pay N3,000 for NYSC Call-Up letter?
It is not a must, you can opt for school (that is go to your school to pick it up).
For your convenience, pay the N3,000.00 and print your call-up letter without stress. We’re sure you don’t want to face the problem of “coming back tomorrow or the kind of attitude those at the student affairs exhibit.
I uploaded the wrong passport on my profile during registration and I’m unable to change it
Use any of the NYSC support phone numbers below.
How can I solve the issue of mobilization?
If you have mobilization issue, call the following numbers.
· North Central: 08092142614
· North East: 08102790538
· North West: 08092142661
· South East: 09038034460
· South West: 07019190810
· South-South: 08092142616
What’s the standard photo accepted by NYSC for registration?
Your photograph should meet the following specifications:
· Your face (eyes, nose, ears, mouth, and jaw) must be fully shown without bending
· Your picture must fill the frame and centralized
Ensure the Photo background is white or off-white with no shadow.
I’m a foreign graduate, will I have to visit NYSC Headquarters, Abuja, to verify my documents?
You no longer need to visit NYSC headquarters any longer for document verification, unlike before. Your verification will be done at the camps.
I studied in a non-English speaking country, can I also register on NYSC portal?
Yes provided you’re a Nigerian, all you need do is to have your Certificates and Transcripts translated into the English language before uploading.
What documents do I need to upload as a foreign graduate?
If you’re a foreign-trained graduate, visit NYSC portal, register, and upload the following documents:
· West African School Certificate(WASC) (with not less than 5 Credits at 2 sittings) or its equivalent; or General Certificate of Education (GCE O’ Level) (with not less than 5 Credits at 2 sittings) or its equivalent; or NECO (with not less than 5 Credits at 2 sittings) or it’s equivalent; or High School Diploma or its equivalent.
· First Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) Certificate (Second Degree or Ph.D. not necessary).
· Transcript of the first Degree or HND.
· International traveling Passport showing data page and date of departure for the course of study.
My name isn’t on the Senate/Academic Board Approved Result lists, can I still go ahead to register on NYSC portal?
No. Registration is for those whose names appear in the Senate/Academic Board Approved Result lists submitted by their Institutions will have access to the register on the NYSC portal.
How can I know official NYSC websites?
Check below NYSC official website and portal:
· www.nysc.gov.ng
· www.nysc.org.ng
· www.portal.nysc.org.ng
What is the meaning of Ajuwaya?
Ajunwaya is a common military jargon popular in the NYSC orientation camp used as form “at ease”
Corper wee I made a relocation to a new state cause of health issues,have been given a new PPA but I haven’t on the 25/05/2023,but I haven’t reported there cause of health issues and i just received a message in my portal concerning monthly clearance, to be slated 5/06/2023 how can I go about it
I mistakenly put 2017 instead of 2018 where I was ask to put the year I started my HND program
The graduation date on my callup letter is 13/11/2021, and the graduation date on my statement of result is 30/08/2021.
I want to change the graduation date on my callup letter to be the same with the one on my statement of result which is 30/08/2021.
Pls how can I change it.
i lost my id card, but i reported to my school and the dean of student affairs gave me a written note. will that be accepted in camp
YES, if it contains the stamp and contact details of the dean of student affairs.
It only contains the stamp and the postal mail box of the school
how can one rectify the issue of printing callup letter without filling covid 19 form because the mistake was made in the cafe and the form could not open again for filling
thank
Call one of the support phone numbers