Command Secondary Schools Admission Form into JSS1 2026/2027

Sales of Admission Form for 2026/2027 Academic Session into all Command Secondary Schools are currently on. Online Application Commences from Monday, 21st February, 2026. Deadline is Friday, 17th June, 2026 So, Hurry Up and Apply Now!.
This is to inform the general public, parents, and Guardians that the sales of admission forms into the Command Secondary Schools, Command Science Secondary Schools, Command Science Technical School, and Command Day Secondary Schools Admission Forms for 2026/2027 Academic Session have commenced.

Interested applicants are to follow the guidelines below to fill online application form.

Online Application for admission into Command Secondary Schools, Command Science Technical Secondary Schools and Command Day Secondary Schools for 2026/2027 will be available from Monday 21 February, 2026 to Friday 17 June 2026.

How to Apply for Admission to Command Secondary Schools 2026/2027

Interested candidates are to

1. Visit dcss.sch.ng/sign-up
2. With the login details created, sign in
3. Log on to http://dcss.sch.ng/apply
4. Fill application form with the required details which include:

• Surname
• First Name
• Other Names
• Gender
• Age
• Telephone
• Email
• Local Government
• Address
• State of Origin
• Schools [Choose three (3) Schools Select only two(2) Boarding and one (1) day school or vice versa]
• School Type
• Examination Center
• Parental Status

3. Print out the Transaction ID that appears after a successful  application
Command Secondary School Payment Option
Click on the make payments online button which redirects you to the Quickteller page. Enter your transaction ID and complete the payments using your Debit cards. Print out the receipt

OR

Proceed to any commercial bank in Nigeria with the Transaction ID to make payments of = N2,000 ONLY (inclusive of bank charges) via VIAPayDirect and collect a receipt of payment.

OR
Proceed to any QuickTeller Enabled Machine. Click on the QuickTeller option, enter the CODE 04245501 for payment, when prompted for the transaction ID, enter the transaction ID printed from the portal and complete the payment process.

OR
Pay using USSD by dialing *322*1*04245501*2500# on any network

Also Read: Nigerian Command Secondary Schools & Examination Centers Nationwide

Follow the prompt to make the payment. You will be required to use the details of your debit card.

1. Logon to the portal dcss.sch.ng/myphotocard
2. Print out the Photo Card which would be presented at the exam center.

Entrance Examination Schedule

Entrance Examination will take place on Saturday 18 June, 2026 at 8.am in all designated examination centres nationwide.

NB:

• Your valid email address and phone number should be given during registration.
• For Military Personnel Children/Wards, the Name, Service Number, Unit/Formation of the parents should be indicated.

Closing Date

Sales of admission will be available from Monday, 21 February 2026, to Friday, 17 June 2026. 

For inquiries and support, please call 08088121772 and 08157080636 or send an email to support@dcss.sch.ng or commandentrance@gmail.com.

DIRECTORATE OF COMMAND SCHOOLS SERVICES

FAQs

1. Who is eligible to apply for Command Secondary Schools JSS1 Admission 2026/2027?

Applicants must be children of serving or retired members of the Nigerian Armed Forces, paramilitary personnel, or civilians, depending on the specific school’s admission policy. Candidates should have completed their primary education and possess a valid Primary School Leaving Certificate (PSLC). Age requirements usually range between 10 and 14 years for JSS1 entry.

2. When will the Command Secondary Schools JSS1 Admission Form for 2026/2027 be available?

The admission forms are typically released between March and June each year. Forms are available online on the official Command Schools Portal or physically at designated army recruitment centers. Applicants are advised to regularly check official announcements to avoid missing the deadline.

3. How much does the JSS1 admission form cost and how can it be purchased?

The form fee varies slightly between different Command Secondary Schools but usually ranges from ₦3,000 to ₦5,000. Payment can be made online through the school’s portal or bank payment channels as specified in the admission guidelines. Ensure the payment receipt is safely retained as proof of purchase.

4. What documents are required for submitting the JSS1 admission form?

Applicants are required to submit:

A completed application form

Primary School Leaving Certificate (PSLC)

Birth certificate or age declaration

Passport-sized photographs

Parent/guardian’s ID (especially if applying under military quota)

Some schools may also request recommendation letters or additional certificates, so it’s important to carefully read the instructions on the application form.