By Rabi’u Sunusi
The Kano State Head of Civil Service, Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, has announced the commencement of registration for the January 2027 Promotional Examination for eligible officers in the state civil service.
According to a statement issued by Rukayya Uba Sulaiman, Director of Public Enlightenment in the Office of the Head of Civil Service, the registration commenced on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, and will close on October 25, 2026.
The circular, issued by the Office of the Head of Civil Service through the Directorate of Human Resource and Service Improvement, with reference number HCS/TS.100/SUB/62, states that the examination is one of the criteria for merit-based career progression and the assessment of eligible civil servants.
All prospective candidates are required to register through the official portal at www.ohcskano.ng and pay a non-refundable registration fee of N1,000.
The registration procedure requires existing users to log in using their KANOSG numbers and registered phone numbers, while new users must create accounts and provide the required information.
Upon completing their registration and payment, candidates are expected to download and print their examination application slips through their respective dashboards.
The Head of Civil Service has urged all Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) to inform eligible staff about the contents of the circular and ensure strict compliance with the registration guidelines.
Eligible officers have also been advised to complete their registration within the stipulated period, as late registration will not be accepted under any circumstances.
The Office of the Head of Civil Service reaffirmed its commitment to promoting merit, professionalism and fairness in the career progression of officers in the Kano State Civil Service.
