If you are planning to serve your country as a youth corps member, you may be wondering how long it will take to get your NYSC call-up number after registering online. This is an important question because your call-up number is your unique identification code that will enable you to print your call-up letter and report to the orientation camp.
The good news is that getting your NYSC call-up number is not a complicated or lengthy process, as long as you have completed your registration correctly and submitted all the required documents. In this blog post, we will explain how long it takes to get your NYSC call-up number and what factors may affect the timing.
For most graduates who are locally trained in Nigeria, the NYSC call-up number is usually generated within 24 hours of a successful registration. This means that you can expect to see your call-up number on your dashboard or receive it via email or SMS within a day of completing your registration.
However, this does not mean that everyone will get their call-up number at the same time. Some may receive it immediately after registration, while others may experience a slight delay but still get it within the 24-hour window. This may depend on factors such as the volume of traffic on the NYSC portal, the availability of network service, and the accuracy of your personal data.
For foreign-trained graduates, the process is slightly different and their call-up number may be delayed for up to 3 days due to the need for physical verification and evaluation. This is because foreign-trained graduates have to undergo a physical verification exercise at designated centers across the country, where they have to present their original certificates and other documents for scrutiny and authentication.
NYSC Physical Verification Process
The physical verification exercise is a mandatory step for foreign-trained graduates who want to participate in the NYSC scheme. It is aimed at ensuring that only genuine and qualified graduates are mobilized for service. The physical verification exercise usually takes place within a specified period after the online registration closes. The NYSC will announce the dates and venues for the physical verification on its website and social media platforms.
During the physical verification exercise, foreign-trained graduates are expected to report to their assigned centers with their original certificates and other documents, such as:
- International passport
- Degree certificate or transcript
- O’level certificate
- Birth certificate or age declaration
- Medical certificate of fitness
- Marriage certificate (if applicable)
- Change of name affidavit (if applicable)
The NYSC officials will verify the authenticity and validity of these documents and also check for any discrepancies or errors in the personal data of the graduates. If there are any issues, they will be resolved at the verification center or referred to the NYSC headquarters for further action.
After the physical verification, foreign-trained graduates will receive an evaluation letter from the NYSC, which will indicate their qualification and eligibility for service. Only then will their call-up number be generated and sent to them via email or SMS. This may take up to 3 days after the physical verification, depending on the speed and efficiency of the NYSC officials.
Therefore, if you are a foreign-trained graduate, you should not panic if you do not receive your call-up number immediately after registration. You should wait for the physical verification exercise and obtain your evaluation letter before expecting your call-up number.
In summary, getting your NYSC call-up number is a simple and fast process for most graduates, especially those who are locally trained in Nigeria. You can expect to get your call-up number within 24 hours of a successful registration, unless there are other issues that may prevent or delay it. For foreign-trained graduates, however, you should be prepared to wait for up to 3 days after the physical verification and evaluation before getting your call-up number.
