The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) is a one-year compulsory service program for Nigerian graduates who are below 30 years of age at the time of graduation.
The NYSC program aims to expose graduates to different aspects of the country and to involve them in community development projects.
One of the important steps to participate in the NYSC program is online registration. This is when prospective corps members (PCMs) will register their data into the NYSC database for the mandatory 12 months of service. Online registration is usually done in batches and streams, depending on the availability of resources and logistics.
This article will guide you on how to register online for NYSC Batch B 2023, which consists of two streams: Stream I and Stream II.
Online Registration Date for Batch B Stream I
According to the NYSC mobilization timetable for 2023 Batch B, the online registration date for Batch B Stream I is June 23, 2023, and it will close on June 30, 2023. This means that PCMs who belong to Batch B Stream I have only seven days to register their data online.
Online Registration Date for Batch B Stream II
The online registration date for Batch B Stream II is July 8, 2023. The closing date for Batch B Stream II online registration has not been announced yet, but it is expected to be within seven days as well.
Requirements for Online Registration
To register online, PCMs must have the following requirements:
- Their names are on the NYSC senate list, which is uploaded by their institutions on the NYSC portal.
- Their JAMB matriculation number or regularization number, which verifies their admission status.
- An active email address and phone number, which will be used for communication and verification purposes.
Online Registration Process
The online registration process involves the following steps:
- Visit the NYSC portal at https://portal.nysc.org.ng
- Click on “Mobilization Batch B, 2023”
- Click on “Fresh Registration” if you are registering for the first time, or “Revalidation” if you have registered before but did not complete your service year.
- Enter your email address and confirm it.
- Select “I Agree” to accept the terms and conditions.
- Click on “Continue”.
- Enter your JAMB registration number or matriculation number.
- Verify your details and click on “Continue”.
- Fill in your personal details, such as name, date of birth, gender, marital status, etc.
- Fill in your educational details, such as institution, course, qualification, grade, etc.
- Fill in your biometric data, such as passport photograph, signature, thumbprint, etc.
- Fill in your next of kin details, such as name, relationship, address, phone number, etc.
- Fill in your kit specifications, such as shirt size, trouser size, shoe size, etc.
- Fill in your state of deployment preferences, such as the four states you wish to serve in.
- Preview your information and make corrections if necessary.
- Submit your application and print out your registration slip.
- Pay the online registration fee of N3,000 through Remita or any bank branch. You can also pay N4,000 if you want to print your call-up letter online instead of collecting it from your institution.
- Print out your payment receipt and green card.
- Wait for the announcement of the call-up letter printing date.
- Print out your call-up letter and report to your orientation camp on the specified date with your call-up letter and other required documents.
Benefits of Online Registration
The online registration for NYSC has several benefits, such as:
- It is convenient and fast. You can register from anywhere and at any time within the stipulated period.
- It gives you a chance to choose your preferred state of deployment from four options. However, this does not guarantee that you will be posted to your preferred state.
- It allows you to print your call-up letter online instead of collecting it from your institution. This saves you time and stress.
In conclusion, online registration for NYSC is a vital step to participating in the national service program. PCMs are advised to register as soon as possible within the stipulated period and follow the instructions given by the NYSC management.
Frequently Asked Questions (F&Qs)
Has NYSC registration started for Batch B 2023?
Yes, NYSC registration for Batch B 2023 has started. The official date for registration has been announced, and it is expected to start in June or July 2023.
Which month is NYSC Batch B 2023?
NYSC Batch B 2023 is expected to take place in June or July 2023. The official date for the program has not yet been announced, but it is typically held in these months.
When next is NYSC registration for 2023?
As of today, July 2, 2023, there is no announced date for NYSC registration for 2023. However, the registration for Batch B is typically held in June or July. So, it is possible that the registration for 2023 will take place in those months.
