Borno State Teachers Recruitment 2026/2027 Portal, Dates, Latest News

The Borno State Government through the Ministry of education have announced recruitment exercise for the intake of eligible and qualified persons for teaching vacancies in both primary and secondary school across the state.

This guide therefore addresses all the vital concerns of the Borno State teachers recruitment 2026/2027 ranging from the correct application portal, requirements and eligibility criteria, latest news and step by step application process.

So, if you’ve been hearing rumors about the commencement of the Borno State Ministry of Education recruitment, TESCOM or SUBEB recruitment then this article offers you the necessary clarity.

Overview of Borno State TESCOM and SUBEB

There are two major sectors that comes to play in Borno State teachers recruitment and these are the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and the State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM).

Borno SUBEB is primarily responsible for managing basic education in the state i.e. primary school. The board addresses concerns such as uniform, formulation of syllabus, and ensuring compliance with standard primary education system. The recruitment, appointment and disengagement of primary school teachers is also handled by SUBEB.

On the other hand, Borno TESCOM focuses on the management of both Junior and Senior secondary schools. The recruitment and management of teachers is government secondary schools is handled by this board.

At the end of the day, SUBEB and TESCOM do not operate independently but rather under the Borno State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.

Official Borno State Teachers Recruitment Portal

Applications for this recruitment exercise are submitted online and not just any portal but it has to be the designated platform. In 2026, the official recruitment portals for Borno State teachers application is www.moeapplication.bornostate.gov.ng and www.tescomjobs.bornostate.gov.ng.

Applications that are submitted outside these portals won’t be considered and results to automatic disqualification.

Is Borno State Teachers Recruitment 2026 Ongoing?

Recently, the State Government approved for the recruitment of 1,000+ teachers for both primary and secondary schools. As of June 2026, the recruitment portal is not yet open for application.

When is Borno State Teachers Starting 2026 Recruitment?

The specific dates for 2026/2027 recruitment have not yet been officially announced by the State government thus, eligible and interested candidates are advised to keep an eye on the portals. The last recruitment exercise was conducted from 1st December till 27th December 2025.

You can also apply for:

• FRSC Recruitment 2026/2027 Starting Date, Application Portal
• Katsina State Teachers Recruitment 2026/2027 Application Form Portal
• Rivers State Teachers Recruitment 2026/2027 Application Form Portal

Requirements for Borno State Teachers Recruitment 2026

Although the process has not officially started, it is important to take note of the following eligibility requirements.

• Qualifications: Whether you wish to apply for SUBEB or TESCOM recruitment, it is important to possess either a National Certificate in Education (NCE), Bachelor’s of Education or Bachelor’s of Science etc. Possessing five (5) credits in O’level is mandatory, while higher qualification is an added advantage.
• Possessing a valid NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate is mandatory for TESCOM applicants.
• Age Range: Prospective applicants whether for SUBEB or TESCOM must be within 18 and 35 years of age. Candidates above the specified age won’t be accepted.
• Identification: All applicant must be Nigerian citizen by citizen, currently reside in Borno State and possess either a National Identification Card (NIN), Voter’s card, international passport or voter’s card etc.
• FCC Specifications: Candidates applying must have a criminal free record and be willing to uphold professional standard practices.
• Being a registered member of the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria and possess the TRCN certificate is mandatory.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1: Begin by opening the official application portal b or www.moeapplication.bornostate.gov.ng to create an applicant’s profile and then login using your registered email address and password.

Step 2: Once you’ve logged into the application portal, navigate to vacant positions, select the position you wish to apply either SUBEB/TESCOM, then proceed to carefully fill the online application form.

Step 3: Proceed to clearly scan and upload your certificate of origin, National Identification card, recent passport photograph and other required documents. Ensure it matches the file type and size required.

Step 4: Cross-check your information carefully and correct any mistake found.

Step 5: Submit your application and then print out the acknowledgement slip. This slip contains your application number / reference code.

All shortlisted candidates shall be contacted via SMS or email. Also, you can check application status / download the full PDF shortlist at the official recruitment portal.

Application Deadline

Since the 2026/2027 Borno State teachers recruitment have not officially started yet, no specific deadline for application have been stipulated by the Ministry of Education. Usually, the application portal closes four (4) weeks after the official announcement.

Remember, the last teaches recruitment was conducted in 2025 which the deadline was 27th December.

What you can do now is monitor the official portal, follow the Borno State Ministry of Education official social media handle, or visit the page more regularly because it will be updated once the recruitment officially begins. When the process begins, ensure to stick to the deadline as failure to do so will result in automatic disqualification.

Latest News on Borno State Teachers Recruitment 2026

Here’s a quick breakdown of recent happenings with regards to teachers employment in Borno State.

In March 2026, the State Government approved for the expansion the last teachers recruitment exercise from 1,000 to 1,241. A total of 660 positions goes for SUBEB while 526 goes for TESCOM and 55 is non-teaching position.

The major reason for this approval is because of the Governor’s commitment to address teacher shortages in the State. The heavy investment is a strategic move to secure the future of education in the state. Persons who missed the 2025 recruitment exercise are advised to participate in this process.