NYSC Announces Dates for 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I Orientation Course
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the timetable for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I Orientation Course, following approval by the Director-General.
The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has officially released the timetable for the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I Orientation Course, following approval by the Director-General.
According to the announcement, the orientation exercise will be conducted nationwide across all 36 states of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Key Dates for 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream I
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Orientation Camp Opens:
Wednesday, 21st January, 2026 -
Registration Period:
Wednesday, 21st January – Friday, 23rd January, 2026 -
Registration Deadline:
Midnight, Friday, 23rd January, 2026 -
Swearing-In Ceremony:
Friday, 23rd January, 2026 -
Orientation Camp Closes:
Tuesday, 10th February, 2026

Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) are advised to complete their registration within the approved window, as late registration will not be accommodated after the cut-off date.
The circular was issued by the NYSC Directorate Headquarters, Abuja, and signed by Nuru Umar, NPOM, Director of Press and Public Relations, on behalf of the Director-General.
NYSC further assured that additional guidelines and operational details will be communicated ahead of the commencement of the orientation exercise.