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Ikiodiete George
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Customs Service (Ncs) Ranks & Salary Structure In 2025: Fg-Approved Guide
In 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service aligns with the national minimum wage of ₦70,000, offering fair and competitive pay according to rank and qualification. Here's a detailed breakdown of ranks, salary bands, allowances, and career progression opportunities.
Monthly Salary by Rank
|
Rank |
Monthly Basic Pay (₦) |
Annual Salary (₦) |
Qualification Level |
|
Customs Assistant |
70,000 – 85,400 |
840,000 – 1,025,000 |
SSCE / O’Level |
|
Assistant Inspector of Customs |
78,800 – 91,700 |
945,000 – 1,100,000 |
NA/ND |
|
Inspector of Customs |
86,700 – 104,200 |
1,040,000 – 1,250,000 |
NA/ND |
|
Assistant Superintendent II (ASC II) |
97,500 – 114,600 |
1,170,000 – 1,375,000 |
HND/BSc |
|
Assistant Superintendent I (ASC I) |
110,000 – 125,000 |
1,320,000 – 1,500,000 |
HND/BSc + experience |
|
Deputy Superintendent (DSC) |
115,000 – 130,000 |
1,380,000 – 1,560,000 |
Experienced Officer |
|
Chief Superintendent (CSC) |
120,000 – 145,800 |
1,440,000 – 1,750,000 |
Senior Officer |
|
Assistant Comptroller (AC) |
130,400 – 156,300 |
1,565,000 – 1,875,000 |
Premium Leadership Role |
|
Deputy Comptroller (DC) |
170,800 – 187,500 |
2,050,000 – 2,250,000 |
Senior Management |
|
Comptroller (CC) |
180,800 – 208,300 |
2,170,000 – 2,500,000 |
Top Management |
|
Assistant Comptroller-General (ACG) |
250,000 – 270,800 |
3,000,000 – 3,250,000 |
Executive Leadership |
|
Deputy Comptroller-General (DCG) |
300,000 – 350,000 (est.) |
3,600,000 – 4,200,000 |
Federal Leadership |
|
Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC) |
350,000 – 450,000 (est.) |
4,200,000 – 5,400,000 |
Highest Rank (Topmost Executive) |
Additional Allowances
NCS officers enjoy a range of allowances that enhance their overall compensation, including:
- Transport allowance
- Housing or rent subsidy
- Uniform upkeep
- Hazard/detector allowance
- Utility subsidy
- Furniture allocation
- Meal subsidy
- Plain-clothes duty bonus
- Torchlight support
- Hardship deployment allowance
- Personal servant allowance (for select senior ranks)
These allowances collectively contribute significantly to the total monthly and annual package—especially for senior officers and those on field operations.
Career Progression
- Entry point: Customs Assistant with SSCE; higher entry ranks for graduates based on academic credentials.
- Climb up the ladder through a mix of experience, internal exams, performance appraisals, and educational upgrades.
- Promotions to leadership ranks (e.g., Comptroller, ACG) demand specialized training and seniority.
The structured CONPASS system ensures progressive salary increases corresponding to each promotion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the starting salary in NCS?
Entry-level earn between ₦70,000 and ₦85,400 monthly, in line with national standards.
Q2: How much do Inspectors earn?
Inspectors earn a basic pay of ₦86,700–₦104,200, with added allowances.
Q3: Do executives like ACG and CC get lucrative pay?
Yes—executive officers earn between ₦250,000 and ₦450,000 monthly basic, excluding allowances.
Q4: Are allowances significant?
Definitely. Allowances often add 15–40% extra, particularly for hazard, housing, and transport, depending on assignment.
Q5: How are promotions determined?
By a combination of service years, performance reports, promotions exams, and higher qualifications.
Conclusion
In 2025, the Nigeria Customs Service offers a robust and competitive salary framework, aligning with key national wage policies. From Customs Assistants earning around ₦70k monthly to the Comptroller-General at the top, officers receive clear progression, strong benefit packages, and strategic incentives designed to reward service and leadership.
