In a press release issued on Friday, October 16, 2026, the authority said the extension was intended to provide an additional opportunity for all eligible national service personnel who have not completed their registration to do so within the new deadline.

The release urged all affected personnel to take advantage of the extension and complete their registration before Friday, October 23, 2026, to avoid any inconvenience associated with missing the deadline.

The authority encouraged all personnel to follow the prescribed registration procedures and ensure that all required steps are duly completed.

The National Service Authority reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a smooth and efficient registration process for all eligible national service personnel.