The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced details of the 2026 Promotion Examination for eligible staff across various cadres and salary grade levels. The examination is designed for staff participating in the 2026 promotion exercise and will take place at the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) Study Centre, Dutse-Alhaji, Abuja.
According to the circular, officers on Salary Grade Level (SGL) 07–16 will take the promotion examination through a Computer-Based Test (CBT), while eligible staff on Grade Level 03–06 will participate in a written examination.
The examinations are scheduled to begin on Monday, October 5, 2026, and continue according to the published timetable until Monday, October 19, 2026.
Staff who are eligible for the exercise are advised to carefully check their scheduled date, cadre and grade level and make adequate preparations before appearing at the examination centre.
FCTA 2026 Promotion Examination Venue
The 2026 FCTA Promotion Examination will be conducted at:
NOUN Study Centre, Dutse-Alhaji, along Kubwa Express Way, beside the Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN), Abuja.
The examination sessions for the CBT are scheduled between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. daily, according to the circular.
Eligible candidates should ensure they arrive at the examination centre on the date assigned to their cadre and grade level.
FCTA Promotion Examination 2026: Who is Eligible?
The promotion examination covers eligible FCTA staff across different professional, administrative, technical and other cadres.
The published arrangement includes:
- Officers on Salary Grade Level 07–16 for the CBT examination.
- Eligible staff on Grade Level 03–06 for the written examination.
- Education officers scheduled under a separate timetable, subject to the approval of the Honourable Minister.
Because the examination dates are arranged according to cadres and grade levels, staff should not assume that all candidates will write the examination on the same day.
Candidates are encouraged to confirm the specific date assigned to their cadre before travelling to the examination centre.
FCTA 2026 Promotion Examination Requirements
All eligible officers are expected to appear at the examination centre with the required original documents.
The circular lists the following documents:
1. Original Letter of Regularization of Appointment
- Candidates should come with the original letter of Regularization of Appointment.
2. Original Letter of Confirmation of Appointment
- Eligible staff are also required to present the original letter of Confirmation of Appointment.
3. Valid Means of Identification
Candidates must bring an acceptable means of identification. The circular specifically mentions:
- Staff Identity Card
- International Passport
- Valid National Driver’s Licence
- Voters Registration Card
Candidates should ensure that their identification document is available before leaving for the examination centre.
Phones Are Not Allowed in the Examination Hall
- One of the important instructions contained in the circular is that telephone will not be allowed into the examination hall.
Candidates should therefore avoid bringing their mobile phones into the examination hall.
It is advisable to make arrangements for the safe keeping of personal belongings before entering the examination area, rather than relying on being allowed to take a phone inside.
FCTA 2026 Promotion Examination Timetable
The examination timetable begins on Monday, October 5, 2026, with different professional cadres assigned to specific days.
Day 1 – Monday, October 5, 2026
The first day covers several cadres, including:
- Accountants
- Executive Officers (Account)
- Actuary Officers
- Agricultural Engineers
- Technical Officers (Agriculture)
- Agricultural Officers
- Agricultural Superintendents
- Architects
- Technical Officers (Architecture)
- Works Superintendent (Architecture)
- Archivists
- Auditors
- Executive Officers (Audit)
- Biomedical Engineers
- Technical Officers (Biomedical)
- Building Officers
- Technical Officers (Building)
- Works Superintendent (Building)
- Chemical Engineers
- Technical Officers (Chemical)
- Works Superintendent (Chemical)
- Civil Engineers
- Technical Officers (Civil)
- Works Superintendent (Civil)
- Tourism Officers
- Executive Officers (Tourism)
- Town Planning Officers
- Technical Officers (Town Planning)
- Commercial Officers
- Trade Officers
Eligible staff belonging to these cadres should consult the official timetable and confirm their examination arrangements.
Day 2 – Tuesday, October 6, 2026
The second day includes administrative, health, engineering, environmental and other professional cadres.
Some of the listed cadres are:
- Administrative Officers
- Executive Officers (GD)
- Community Development Officers
- Community Health Officers
- Community Health Technicians
- Community Health Extension Workers
- Computer Engineers
- Technical Officers (Computer)
- Confidential Secretaries
- Cooperative Officers
- Registered Cooperative Officers
- Cultural Officers
- Executive Officers (Culture)
- Dental Health Officers
- Dental Officers
- Dental Therapists
- Dental Technicians
- Nutrition Officers/Dieticians
- Electrical Engineers
- Technical Officers (Electrical)
- Works Superintendent (Electrical)
- Environmental Engineers
- Technical Officers (Environment)
- Environmental Management Officers
- Environmental Health Officers
- Environmental Health Superintendents
- Transport Officers
- Typists
- Veterinary Officers
- Water Engineers
- Technical Officers (Exploration/Water)
Day 3 – Wednesday, October 7, 2026
The third day includes cadres in areas such as fire services, fisheries, geology, health, information management, laboratories, surveying, engineering and medical services.
Listed cadres include:
- Fire Superintendents
- Fire Inspectors
- Fisheries Officers
- Fisheries Superintendents
- Geologists
- Health Education Officers
- Health Information Management Officers
- Medical Record Officers
- Medical Record Technicians
- Information Officers
- Executive Officers (Information)
- Laboratory Superintendents
- Laboratory Technologists
- Land Officers
- Estate Officers
- Land Resource Officers
- Land Surveyors
- Librarians
- Library Officers
- Livestock Officers
- Livestock Superintendents
- Mechanical Engineers
- Technical Officers (Mechanical)
- Works Superintendent (Mechanical)
- Medical Laboratory Scientists
- Medical Laboratory Superintendents
- Medical Laboratory Technicians
- Medical Consultants
- Medical Officers
- Nurse Tutors
- Nursing Officers
- Prosthetists/Orthotists
- Clinical Psychologists
Candidates should rely on the official timetable when confirming their individual examination arrangements.
Day 4 – Thursday, October 8, 2026
The fourth day includes professional cadres such as:
- Optometrists
- Pharmacists
- Pharmacy Technicians
- Pharmacy Assistants (GL 07)
- Physiotherapists
- Planning Officers
- Research Officers
- Procurement Officers
- Executive Officers (Procurement)
- Programme Analysts
- Data Processing Officers
- Psychologists
- Quantity Surveyors
- Technical Officers (Quantity Survey)
- Store Officers
- Radiographers
- Scientific Officers (Environment)
- Scientific Officers (Health)
- Scientific Officers (Water)
- Scientific Officers (Agriculture)
- Social Welfare Officers
- Executive Officers (Social Welfare)
- Sports Officers
- State Counsel
- Statistical Officers
- Statisticians
- Stock Verifiers
- Other Cadres
Day 5 – Friday, October 9, 2026: Written Examination for GL 06 and Below
Staff on Grade Level 06 and below who are eligible for the promotion exercise are scheduled for a written examination on Friday, October 9, 2026.
The listed cadres include:
- Clerical Officers
- Data Processing Assistants
- Trade Assistants
- Health Assistants
- Health Attendants
- Assistant Information Officers
- Technical Assistants
- Cooks
- Kitchen Assistants
- Security Guards/Watchmen
- Cameramen
- Foremen/Craftsmen
- Motor Driver Mechanics
- Community Health Assistants
- Community Health Extension Workers
- Assistant Technical Officers (Fire Assistants)
- Gardeners/Cleaners
- Mortuary Attendants
Eligible staff should take note that this category is scheduled for a written examination, rather than the CBT arrangement specified for officers on SGL 07–16.
Education Officers’ Promotion Examination 2026
The timetable also contains a separate schedule for Education Officers’ Promotion Examination.
However, the circular states that this examination is subject to the Honourable Minister’s approval.
The schedule is as follows:
Day 6 – Monday, October 12, 2026
The cadres listed include:
- Education Officers II – GL 08
- Higher Assistant Education Officers – GL 08
- Higher Instructors – GL 08
- Assistant Education Officers – GL 07
- Instructors – GL 07
Day 7 – Tuesday, October 13, 2026
The listed cadres are:
- Education Officers I – GL 09
- Senior Assistant Education Officers I – GL 09
- Senior Instructors – GL 09
Day 8 – Wednesday, October 14, 2026
The schedule includes:
- Senior Education Officers – GL 10
- Principal Assistant Education Officers I – GL 10
- Principal Instructors II – GL 10
Day 9 – Thursday, October 15, 2026
The listed cadres are:
- Principal Education Officers – GL 12
- Principal Assistant Education Officers II – GL 12
- Principal Instructors I – GL 12
Day 10 – Friday, October 16, 2026
The listed cadres include:
- Assistant Chief Education Officers – GL 13
- Principal Assistant Education Officers I – GL 13
- Assistant Chief Instructors – GL 13
Day 11 – Monday, October 19, 2026
The final listed education cadre is:
- Education Officers – GL 14
Education officers should pay particular attention to the statement that their examination is subject to ministerial approval and should check for subsequent official communication before the examination date.
How to Prepare for the FCTA Promotion Examination
Eligible staff should begin preparing early rather than waiting until the examination date is close.
A good preparation strategy includes reviewing relevant public service rules, administrative procedures, professional knowledge and other materials applicable to the candidate’s cadre.
Candidates should also:
- Confirm their examination date and cadre.
- Prepare the required original documents.
- Ensure they have an acceptable means of identification.
- Plan their route to NOUN Study Centre, Dutse-Alhaji.
- Arrive early at the examination venue.
- Avoid carrying a mobile phone into the examination hall.
- Revise materials relevant to their grade level and cadre.
- Follow all instructions issued by examination officials.
For CBT candidates, basic familiarity with computer-based examinations can also be useful, particularly for candidates who do not regularly take online tests.
FCTA Promotion Examination Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Examination | FCTA 2026 Promotion Examination |
| CBT Grades | SGL 07–16 |
| Written Examination | GL 06 and below |
| Start Date | October 5, 2026 |
| End Date | October 19, 2026 |
| Daily Time | 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. |
| Venue | NOUN Study Centre, Dutse-Alhaji |
| Location | Along Kubwa Express Way, beside PSIN |
| GL 03–06 Examination | October 9, 2026 |
| Education Officers | October 12–19, 2026, subject to approval |
| Phone in Examination Hall | Not allowed |
How to Confirm FCTA Promotion Examination Details
The circular advises staff to visit the FCT Civil Service Commission website at www.fctcsc.abj.gov.ng from September 14, 2026 to confirm their details.
Candidates should use official FCTA communication channels when checking examination information and should be cautious about relying on unverified social media posts or messages from unofficial sources.
Where there is any difference between information circulating online and information published through the official Commission, candidates should give priority to the official communication.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the FCTA 2026 Promotion Examination begin?
The FCTA 2026 Promotion Examination is scheduled to begin on Monday, October 5, 2026.
Where will the FCTA promotion examination take place?
The examination will take place at the NOUN Study Centre, Dutse-Alhaji, along Kubwa Express Way, beside the Public Service Institute of Nigeria (PSIN), Abuja.
Which FCTA staff will take the CBT?
The circular states that officers on Salary Grade Level 07–16 will take the promotion examination as a Computer-Based Test.
When will GL 06 and below write their examination?
Eligible staff on Grade Level 06 and below are scheduled for a written examination on Friday, October 9, 2026.
What documents should candidates bring?
Candidates should bring their original Letter of Regularization of Appointment, Letter of Confirmation of Appointment and an acceptable means of identification.
Can I take my phone into the examination hall?
No. The circular specifically states that telephone will not be allowed into the examination hall.
When should candidates confirm their details?
The circular advises staff to visit the FCT Civil Service Commission website from September 14, 2026, to confirm their details.
Are the Education Officers’ examination dates final?
The timetable states that the Education Officers’ Promotion Examination is subject to the Honourable Minister’s approval. Eligible education officers should therefore watch for official confirmation.
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