NYSC Frequent Asked Questions and Answers – NYSC FAQ

Frequent Asked NYSC Questions, NYSC FAQ AND Answers

1. How would I know when the NYSC Registration Portal is open?

It is not being done in secret, once the registration portal is opened the news will be everywhere.

2. Are there accredited centers for the NYSC

Yes, there are accredited centers.

3. Which e-Mail address should I use during registration?

You can use any e-mail address, but Gmail is better and recommended by NYSC. It’s not advisable to use Yahoo Mail because of the delay in getting the confirmation code

4. Can I use the Gmail I have before or should I create another one?

You can use the one you have before but make sure you know the login password.

5. Can I do the registration with my smartphone?

I will advise you not to try it at all.

6. Can I use another person’s phone number to register?

No! Make sure you use your active Nigerian phone number. It has to be your phone number.

7. Can someone do the thumb printing for me?

No! You must do it by yourself. If it is rejecting your fingers, keep trying until it accepts it. Use spirit or water to clean your hands before trying again if you are having difficulties

8. How is the choice of state of choice look like?

You are not allowed any longer to pick any state of your choice for service. NYSC has the right to post you to any state.

9. Will I submit my BVN during registration?

No, BVN is not required during registration but you will need it in camp for opening your allowance account.

11. Does registering on the first or second day the Portal opened determined where I will be posted?

No, but it is important to register on time so that you would not be among left over that will be pushed to another batch or stream.


13. Do I need a passport photograph for NYSC registration?

Emphatically, Yes! The background color must be white or off-white

14. Can I do online registration if my school has not uploaded its Senate list?

No! Your school has to upload the Senate list first.

15. If I don’t see my name on the senate list, what should I do?

Once your name is not on the senate list, complain to your Institution, they are responsible for uploading of senate list.

16. My name on JAMB is different from the one my school used in mobilizing me, will it be a problem for me?

Yes, it is a problem! If the one with JAMB is the error one, then go to JAMB for correction but if the one with your Institution is the error, go to your Institution for correction.

17. Is a Medical certificate of fitness compulsory?

Yes, it is needed in camp for physical registration, but if you wish to redeploy on medical grounds, then you also need to obtain a Medical report.

18. Should the Medical Certificate of Fitness be handwritten or typed?

You can always contact me for authentic and acceptable medical fitness and Medical report

19. Is it possible for Schools to upload the Senate list during online registration?

Yes, it is possible!

20. Does NYSC request for O’level in orientation camp?

No, except for foreign-trained graduates who are required to produce the original of all documents uploaded during online registration.

21. Is it compulsory for my name to be on the JAMB matriculation list before I will be mobilized?
Your name must therefore foreign-trained graduates, don’t need such.

22. Is the original ND result required in camp for Polytechnic graduates?

Yes, but if you don’t have the original, please go to camp with the statement.

23. How do I correct spelling mistakes in my name?

Yes, there is a provision for you to apply for a change of name on the dashboard when you have successfully registered

29. Are we going to be given pillows and foam in camp?

You will be given mattresses without pillows, however, you can buy a pillow from Mammy Market.

30. If I go camping with a mosquito net, and I was given upper bunk space, where will I get tent poles?

You will meet the ones left by previous Corps members or you can go with some nails sure they don’t see you at the gate but they will seize it from you.

31. I heard that sometime, Corpers will be given Condoms to do it, is true?

To do what?? Condoms may be given to you during HIV sensitization CDS in camp but not for you to do it in camp. If caught in that act, you will be decamped immediately. Nor try am oh

32. I hear about camp thieves, how can one do laundry without losing one’s clothes

Use a temporary marker to write your name on all your properties. doing that would help to deter camp thieves.

33. Are there barbers or saloons for ladies in camp?

Yes, there are barbers. But for girls, I advise you to plait your hair before coming because soldiers won’t give you time for your hair.

34. Are there dry cleaners in the orientation camp?

Yes, you will see many of them, and they can Iron your clothes as well.

35. Is attending churches on Sunday compulsory?

No! But there is a church and mosque in the camp

36. What is the best way to safeguard one’s phones and money?

Your waist bag, make sure you always tie it around your waist even when sleeping.

37. Are guys allowed to visit female hostels?

No! Don’t go near there, the same thing applies to females, don’t hehee ear boys’ hostel. Not try am o

38. What is the best way to safeguard one’s clothes?

Buy a padlock, and always use it to lock your luggage.

40. I’m a good instrumentalist, can I go to camp with my guitar or piano?

Yes, it is allowed

41. Can I go camping with my spouse?

Lolz, don’t try it. Wetin una wan de do for the night?

42. I have a car, motorcycle, and bicycle. Can I go to camp with any of them?

No, it is not needed.

43. If am assigned to a particular bank during account opening, must I open an account with that bank?
Yes, Open an account with any bank assign to you in camp.

44. How many days would I stay in camp?

21 days only

44. Are pregnant and nursing mothers allowed in camp?

Yes, but they won’t be allowed to stay in camp like other otondo. They will stay off-camp, and be going to camp for their registrations.

45. Are there ATMs in an NYSC orientation camp?

Most of the camp has no working ATM, please go with enough cash.

46. When does the parade start in the morning?

As early as 4:30 am, but you are required to wake up around 4:00 am, and then use 30 minutes to brush your teeth and dress up.

47. Will they allow me to cook in camp?

No! NYSC will take care of your food, but you can buy “mama put” from Mammy Market if you are not OK with NYSC food.

48. Can I go camping with Garri to soak?

Yes, it is allowed.

49. Will soldiers beat or shoot us if we are in orientation camp?

No, soldiers are not permitted to shoot or beat anyone in the orientation, they can only give you military punishment like juggling, squatting, etc.

50. Is a laptop allowed in camp?

No, don’t come with it,

51. I heard that NYSC is a scam, how true is that?

NYSC is not a scam, don’t mind those trying to paint it black.

52. JAMB gave me Admission but my school changed the course

You’ll do JAMB Regularization

53. JAMB didn’t give me admission at all, it’s a school that gave me Admission

You’ll do JAMB Regularization.