NEMSA

NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES
AGENCY (NEMSA)
NEMSA CERTIFICATION SCHEMES

FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
PERSONNEL IN NIGERIA
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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.0 BACKGROUND........................................................................................................................................................ 5
3.0. PROCEDURES FOR NEMSA CERTIFICATION .................................................................................. 6
3.1. CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.2. PURPOSE ................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.3 NEMSA CERTIFICATION SCHEMES........................................................................................................ 6
3.4 APPLICATION PROCEDURES...................................................................................................................... 7
3.4.1 STEPS FOR REGISTRATIONS .................................................................................................................. 7
3.4.2 CERTIFICATION TIMELINE..................................................................................................................... 9
3.4.3 CERTIFICATE VALIDITY PERIOD ....................................................................................................... 9
3.5 RE-CERTIFICATION......................................................................................................................................... 10
3.5.1 PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS FOR RECERTIFICATION ............................................. 10
3.6 CERTIFICATION BOARD AND PANEL ................................................................................................. 10
3.6.1 CERTIFICATION BOARD ......................................................................................................................... 10
3.6.1.1 MEMBERSHIP OF THE CERTIFICATION BOARD............................................................... 10
3.6.1.2 FUNCTIONS OF THE CERTIFICATION BOARD ................................................................... 11
3.6.2 CERTIFICATION PANEL ........................................................................................................................... 11
3.6.2.1. MEMBERSHIP OF THE CERTIFICATION PANEL (CP) ........................................................ 11
3.6.2.2 FUNCTIONS OF THE CERTIFICATION PANELS.................................................................. 12
3.7 CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION.............................................................................................. 13
3.7.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION ............................................................................................................ 14
3.7.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION .................................................................................................................. 14
3.8 SCOPE OF WORK FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS’
CERTIFICATION................................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.8.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION CATEGORIES: ......................................................................... 15
3.8.1.1 CATEGORY D ............................................................................................................................................... 15
3.8.1.2 CATEGORY C................................................................................................................................................ 15
3.8.1.3 CATEGORY B................................................................................................................................................ 16
3.8.1.4 CATEGORY A................................................................................................................................................ 17
3.9 QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION
(ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS) ........................................................................................ 17
3.9.1 CATEGORY D ................................................................................................................................................. 17
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3.9.2 CATEGORY C..................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.9.3 CATEGORY B .................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.9.4 CATEGORY A .................................................................................................................................................... 18
3.9.5 QUALIFICATION / REQUIREMENT FOR CORPORATE CERTIFICATION
(ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS) ........................................................................................ 18
3.10 SCOPE OF WORK FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR ELECTRICITY GENERATION
INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS ............................................................................................................................ 19
3.10.1 CATEGORIZATION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR ELECTRICITY
GENERATION INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR’S CERTIFICATION ............................................... 19
3.10.1.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION .................................................................................................. 19
3.10.1.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................... 19
3.10.2 CATEGORIES OF WORK ...................................................................................................................... 20
3.10.2.1 CATEGORY II ......................................................................................................................................... 20
3.10.2.2 CATEGORY I ............................................................................................................................................ 20
3.10.3 COMPETENCY SKILLS REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................. 20
3.10.4 QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS ......................................................................................... 21
3.10.4.1 CATEGORY I ............................................................................................................................................ 21
3.10.4.2 CATEGORY II ......................................................................................................................................... 21
3.11 ELECTRICITY METERING INSTALLATION PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION ......... 22
3.11.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION ....................................................................................................... 22
3.11.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION ........................................................................................................ 23
3.11.3 QUALIFICATION / REQUIREMENTS.......................................................................................... 23
3.11.3.1 CATEGORY TWO (2).......................................................................................................................... 23
3.11.3.2 CATEGORY ONE (1) ........................................................................................................................... 25
3.11.4 SCOPE OF WORK FOR ELECTRICITY METERING INSTALLATION
PERSONNEL ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
3.11.4.1 CATEGORY TWO (2).......................................................................................................................... 25
3.11.4.2 CATEGORY ONE (1) ........................................................................................................................... 25
4.0 CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL PERSONNEL ............................................. 25
4.1 CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION.............................................................................................. 26
4.1.1 CERTIFICATION LEVELS ......................................................................................................................... 26
4.1.2 CERTIFICATION SKILL SET .................................................................................................................. 26
4.1.2.1 CATEGORY A................................................................................................................................................ 26
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4.1.2.2 CATEGORY B................................................................................................................................................ 26
4.1.2.3 CATEGORY C................................................................................................................................................ 26
4.2.0 SCOPE OF CERTIFICATION ................................................................................................................. 26
4.2.1 CATEGORY A ................................................................................................................................................... 27
4.2.1.1 PLANNING, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION ................................................................................ 27
4.2.1.2 PROTECTION, CONTROL & METERING ................................................................................... 27
4.2.2 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CATEGORY A ....................................................... 28
4.2.3 CATEGORY B .................................................................................................................................................... 28
4.2.3.1 OPERATIONS .............................................................................................................................................. 28
4.2.4 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CATEGORY B ....................................................... 29
4.2.5 CATEGORY C..................................................................................................................................................... 29
4.2.5.1 INSTALLATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................... 30
4.2.6 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CATEGORY C ....................................................... 31
5.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS ............................................................................... 31
6.0 CONDITIONS FOR UPGRADING TO HIGHER CERTIFICATION CATEGORY ........... 31
7.0 CONTINUOUS EDUCATION (CAPACITY BUILDING) FOR CERTIFIED
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PERSONNEL.................................................................................................... 32
8.0 FEES PAYABLE FOR THE CERTIFICATION AND RENEWAL ................................................ 33
8.1 STAMP AND SEAL .............................................................................................................................................. 34
9.0 EXEMPTION FROM CERTIFICATION EXAM/INTERVIEW (WRITTEN & ORAL) .. 34
10.0 ENFORCEMENT.................................................................................................................................................. 35
11.0 DISCIPLINARY MEASURES ................................................................................................................... 36
11.1 SUSPENSION OF CERTIFICATION................................................................................................... 36
11.2 WITHDRAWAL OF CERTIFICATION................................................................................................ 37
12.0 REPLACEMENT OF LOST CERTIFICATE ........................................................................................ 37
12.1 RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATE.................................................................................................................. 37
13.0 APPEAL ................................................................................................................................................................. 38
13.1 DISPUTE RESOLUTION PANEL ........................................................................................................... 38
13.2 DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE............................................................................................. 38
14.0 TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND CODE OF CONDUCT FOR NEMSA CERTIFIED
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PERSONNEL.................................................................................................... 38
15.0 NEMSA INSPECTORATE FIELD OFFICES NATIONWIDE (EXAMINATION /
INTERVIEW CENTRES) ................................................................................................................................................ 40
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15.1 NEMSA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS ......................................................................................... 41
BIBLIOGRAPHY................................................................................................................................................................. 42
ACRONYM .............................................................................................................................................................................. 43
APPENDIX I: Amendment (Log) History – Certification Scheme ............................................... 45
APPROVAL STATUS ............................................................................................................................................................. 46
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency (NEMSA) was established by NEMSA ACT
2015 to carry out the functions of Enforcement of Technical Standards and Regulations,
Technical Inspection, Testing and Certification of all categories of Electrical Installations,
Electricity Meters and Instruments etc. to ensure the efficient production and delivery of
safe, reliable and sustainable electricity power supply and guarantee safety of lives and
property in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry (NESI) and other allied industries.
2.0 BACKGROUND
One of the most important mandates of NEMSA is the processing and issuance of
competency certificates to qualified electrical installation personnel and corporate
organizations engaged in the practice of electrical installation works along the power value
chain and utilization in NESI and other allied industries/workplaces. This is aimed at
determining the technical capability and competence of Electrical Installation Personnel
and Corporate Organizations involved in construction, installation, operation and
maintenance of Power Systems, Electrical Installations and ensuring safety of lives and
property in Nigeria.
The key objective of the Certification is to ensure that only skilled, experienced and
competent electrical installation personnel and corporate organizations whose technical
capability has been duly tested and certified by NEMSA are allowed to carry out electrical
installation works along the power value chain and utilization in the country. Other
objectives include:
• Ensuring that all electrical materials, equipment and instruments used in NESI and
other allied industries/workplaces are of the right quality, standards and
specifications.
• Ensuring that power systems, networks and all electrical installations executed by
Certified electrical installation personnel and corporate organizations have been
properly planned, designed and executed before use, to deliver safe, reliable and
sustainable electricity supply to the consumers nationwide.
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3.0. PROCEDURES FOR NEMSA CERTIFICATION
3.1. CERTIFICATION
Certification is the process by which NEMSA determines that a personnel or corporate

organization fulfills certification requirements with a view to ensuring that such personnel
or corporate organization possesses the requisite skills, competence and experience to
undertake electrical installation works or projects, in accordance with specifications,
standards and extant regulations in NESI, other Allied Industries and Premises.
3.2. PURPOSE
The purpose of certification of electrical installation personnel and corporate organizations

engaged in the execution of electrical installation works includes but not limited to:
• Ensure safety of lives and property in the NESI, other Allied Industries and Premises;
• Promote and increase technical skills and competence of electrical installation
personnel and corporate organizations;
• Promote public confidence in the engagement of certified electrical installation
personnel and corporate organizations, and for ease of traceability.
• Ensure that certified electrical installation personnel and corporate organizations
adhere to Code of Ethics, Standards and Regulations in NESI:
• Commit certified electrical installation personnel and corporate organizations to
continued professional development through attending seminars, trainings,
conferences and workshops.
3.3 NEMSA CERTIFICATION SCHEMES
NEMSA’s Certification Schemes consist of the following:
i. Electrical Installation Contractors Certification

ii. Renewable Energy for Electricity Generation Installation Contractors
Certification
iii. Metering Installation Personnel Certification
iv. Electrical Technical Personnel Certification

3.4 APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applicants wishing to get certified to undertake electrical installation works in Nigeria shall
fill the online application form for Individual Certification or for Corporate Certification in
which he / she will upload his / her credentials and other relevant documents onto NEMSA's
website (www.nemsa.gov.ng). The procedures for the certification of qualified Electrical
Installation Personnel and Corporate organizations shall be carried out through oral and
written competency tests.
3.4.1 STEPS FOR REGISTRATIONS
i. Read and understand this scheme for certification of electrical installation

personnel before starting the process of registration for necessary guidance.
This scheme is available on the NEMSA website (www.nemsa.gov.ng).
ii. Fill the appropriate application form on the NEMSA website
(www.nemsa.gov.ng) and choose any NEMSA Inspectorate Field Office of
your choice for your interview / examination center.
iii. Upon completion of the application form, submit the application form online.
iv. Pay processing fee of N4000.00 (Four thousand naira) only for corporate
certification and N2000.00 (two thousand naira) only for Individual
certification through REMITA into TSA account and obtain NEMSA official
receipt at the NEMSA office chosen for your examination/interview center.
v. Competency exams / interview details will be communicated to applicants via
text message and / or email.
vi. All applicants would be issued a reference number upon submission of their
application forms.
vii. Any applicant who appears at an examination/interview centre without
registering under that inspectorate field office will not be interviewed.
viii. Any applicant willing to change his / her examination / interview centre
should do so no later than Seven (7) days prior to the certification
examination/interview exercise.
ix. Any successful applicant who fails to make payment for the competency
certificate within Ninety (90) days from the day of notification of result may

forfeit the certification and will be required to re-apply for another
certification process.
x. All information regarding scheduling of competency examinations /
interviews in any of NEMSA Inspectorate Field Offices will be posted on the
NEMSA website and also available upon request.
xi. All applicant must come with original copies of their credentials for sighting
and a valid means of identification.
xii. All applicant must come with two passport photographs which must be of
medium size 3.5 x 45mm, plain white, no cap, no glasses and must be clear.
xiii. All certified individual electrical installation personnel / corporate
organizations are required to receive continuous professional training,
seminars / workshops to update their technical skills / knowledge and align
with current trends / international best practice in the execution of Electrical
Installation Works.
xiv. An Electrical Engineer / Technologist will not be allowed to represent more
than one corporate organization for the NEMSA certification.
xv. An Electrical Engineer / Technologist who has been certified under the
individual electrical installation and renewable energy installation certification
cannot represent a corporate organization for corporate certification.
xvi. An Electrical Engineer / Technologist who has been certified under Individual
Category A Certification will not be allowed to convert his / her certificate to
Corporate Certification and vice versa unless they undergo the full process
for a new type of certification and such intention must be brought to the
notice of the MD/CEO & CEIF via a letter for approval.

3.4.2 CERTIFICATION TIMELINE
S/NO DESCRIPTION DEADLINE ACTION BY
1 Submission of completed No later than 7 days Applicant

Application form and prior to each
payment of processing examination exercise
fee.
2 Notification of examination No later than 7 days Certification Panel
date prior to the examination
exercise
3 Scheduling of examination 3 weeks prior to Certification Panel
date examination exercise
4 Examination period Quarterly (four times in Certification Board
a year)
or
Whenever an
Inspectorate Field Office
has a minimum of 60
registered candidates.
5 Notification of examination 3 weeks after the Certification Panel
result through candidates conduct of each
e-mail address / text examination exercise
message
6 Payment of Certificate Fee Within three (3) months Certification Panel
after notification of
successful applicant.
7 Issuance of competency No later than 4 weeks Certification Panel
Certificate to successful after payment of
candidates certification fees
3.4.3 CERTIFICATE VALIDITY PERIOD
(i) The Individual Certification is valid for a period of six (6) years and
renewable every year at any NEMSA’s Inspectorate Field Office and
Headquarter.
(ii) The Corporate Certification is valid for a period of three years (3) year and
Renewable every year at any of NEMSA’s Inspectorate Field Offices and
Headquarters, provided the company’s Electrical Engineer / Technologist is
still with the company.

3.5 RE-CERTIFICATION
The Individual Certification upon expiry of the six (6) years validity period shall be required
to apply for a “R e-Certification”.
The Corporate Certification upon expiry of the three (3) years validity period shall be
required to apply for a “R e-Certification”.
3.5.1 PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS FOR RECERTIFICATION
 Applicant must have undergone relevant training from a recognized training

institution or present job completion certificates or inspection certificate(s).
 Applicant must not have any established offence(s) or pending disputes in relation
to electrical installation works with NEMSA.
 Applicant must make full payment for a new certificate.
3.6 CERTIFICATION BOARD AND PANEL
The certification process involves a Board and Panel whose membership and functions are
detailed below.
3.6.1 CERTIFICATION BOARD
The Certification Board (CB) consists of members drawn from relevant directorates,
departments and units of the Agency. The MD/CEO & CEIF is the chairman of the board,
while the Head Regulatory, Safety and Certification Unit is the Secretary of the Board.
3.6.1.1 MEMBERSHIP OF THE CERTIFICATION BOARD
The board shall comprise of the following members:
i. Chief Electrical Inspector of the Federation …….................. Chairman

ii. Executive Director, Technical Services ………....….……………. Member
iii. A representative of Legal unit …….…………...........………..…. Member
iv. Head, Technical Inspectorate Services….…....................…… Member
v. Special Adviser (Technical) to CEIF….............................……. Member
vi. Head, MLSD ..……….……….………………………..…………………….. Member
vii. Head, Regulatory, Safety & Certification Unit.….…….............. Secretary
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3.6.1.2 FUNCTIONS OF THE CERTIFICATION BOARD
The Certification Board shall carry out the following functions:
i. Review and approve the schemes for the certification process;

ii. Review and approve recommendations made by the Head (RSC) on issues
pertaining to the certification scheme;
iii. Consider for approval recommendations made by Certification Panels (CPs)
on the conduct of certification examinations/interviews;
iv. Consider and make final decisions on recommendations of CPs and dispute
resolution panel including petitions, appeals and offences.
v. Meet monthly for review of certification matters as may deem necessary.
3.6.2 CERTIFICATION PANEL

The Certification Panels (CPs) consists of members drawn from relevant stakeholders or
organizations in addition to NEMSA technical staff. The Panel is chaired by the Area
Inspecting Engineer (AIE), while an engineering / technical staff of the Inspectorate Field
Office (IFO) serves as the secretary of the panel.
3.6.2.1. MEMBERSHIP OF THE CERTIFICATION PANEL (CP)
The members of Certification Panels shall be experienced Electrical engineers /

technologists drawn from the following stakeholders:
i. NEMSA (Area Inspecting Engineer) ……................................... Chairman

ii. Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE) ……………….……………... Member
iii. Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria (COREN)... Member
iv. Standards Organization of Nigeria (SON)…………………..….……… Member
v. Federal Ministry of Works and Housing ……………………………….. Member
vi. Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment ........................... Member
vii. Utility Companies (GENCOs/TCN/DISCOs) …........................... Member
viii. NEMSA (An Officer NMTS) ……………………………………………….. Member
ix. Renewable Energy Organization (ECN/REA/REBs)…………………. Member
x. Certified Electrical Associations (LECAN/ARECON/REAN) ……… Member
xi. NEMSA (An Electrical Engineer IFO) ....................................... Secretary
xii. NEMSA Headquarters (An Officer RSC Unit) .………………………. Observer

NOTE:
• A quorum of the CP for each scheme shall be formed by four (4) members including
the Chairman or anyone delegated to act for him / her in that capacity.
3.6.2.2 FUNCTIONS OF THE CERTIFICATION PANELS
i. The secretariat receives and scrutinize submitted application forms with

credentials and assess / determine suitability of each Applicant;
ii. The secretariat compiles and shortlist candidates suitable for oral and / or
written interview;
iii. The chairman schedule examination / interview date and invite other panel
members and candidates for the exercise;
iv. The certification panel conduct the certification exam / interview as
scheduled;
v. The certification panel prepares the exam / interview report and the chairman
forwards it to the CB for consideration and approval;
vi. The secretariat notifies candidates of the approved result and request
successful candidates to pay for their certificate within three (3) months of
notification;
vii. The secretariat issues processed competency certificates to successful
candidates;
viii. The chairman considers and make appropriate recommendations to the CB
on any complaint lodged against any certified corporate
organizations/individual electrical installation personnel;
ix. The secretariat maintains a Register of Certified Electrical Installation
personnel within the respective Inspectorate Field Office (IFOs).

3.7 CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION
The NEMSA certification schemes are classified into individual and corporate certifications
as follows:
S/No Certification Classification Further Classification
1 Electrical Installation • Corporate • Corporate

Contractors • Individual • Individual
 Category A
 Category B
 Category C
 Category D
2 Renewable Energy for • Corporate • Corporate
Electricity Generation • Individual • Individual
Installation  Category I
Contractors  Category II
3 Electricity Metering • Corporate • Corporate
Installation Personnel • Individual  Category 1
 Category 2
• Individual
 Category 1
 Category 2
4 Electrical Technical NA Level 1 – 330 / 132kV systems
Personnel Level 2 – 33 / 11kV systems
Level 3 – 0.400kV / 0.230kV systems
Each of the Levels is categorized
into the follow ing skill sets
Category A
 Planning, Design & Construction
 Protection, Control, Metering
Category B
 Operations
• Power stations
• Electrical Facilities
Category C
 I nstallation, Testing,
M aintenance
• Power Lines
• Electrical systems
• Industrial systems

3.7.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION
Individual certification is for Electrical Engineers / Technologists / Technicians / Craftsmen,

who have worked in the power sector and other Allied Industries / Workplaces for at least
three (3) years and above and have acquired the skills, experience and expertise to carry
out Constructions, Operations and/or Maintenance of Electrical Installation Work/projects.
3.7.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION
Corporate Certification is for any registered business or limited liability company whose
Chief Executive or other Directors are not Electrical Engineers / Technologists. For such
organizations to undertake electrical installation contracting works in Nigeria, they are
required to engage the services of an experienced and qualified Electrical Engineer /
Technologist who shall be responsible for the execution/supervision of electrical installation
works/projects, executed by the company. The certified corporate company’s Electrical
Engineer / Technologist shall undergo the certification examination/interview to ascertain
his / her qualifications, technical skills and competence in the field of electrical installation
works.
Under this provision, the corporate certificate to be issued to any successful candidate(s)
shall be endorsed only for the company's use.
The Corporate Certification is valid for a period of three (3) years and Renewable every
year at any of NEMSA’s Inspectorate Field Offices and Headquarters, provided the
company’s Electrical Engineer / Technologist is still with the company.
NOTE:
• When a company’s Electrical Engineer / Technologist for Corporate Certification
leaves the organization, the Corporate Certification becomes invalid.
• An Electrical Engineer / Technologist representing a company for Corporate
Certification must show proof that he / she is an employee of the company (either
with employment letter or valid company ID card).
• Corporate Certificate and Individual Category A Certificates have the same scope
of work under Electrical Installation Contractor Certification Scheme.
• Corporate Certificate and Individual Category (I) Certificates have the same scope
of work under Renewable Energy for Electricity Generation Certification Scheme.

• To obtain Corporate Certification on Metering Installation Personnel Scheme, the
company shall have the following;
Corporate Category (I ):- At least five (5) certified individual category
(I) and Ten (10) certified individual category (II) Personnel.
Corporate Category (I I ):- At least Ten (10) certified individual category
(II) Personnel.
3.8 SCOPE OF WORK FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS’

CERTIFICATION
3.8.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION CATEGORIES:
3.8.1.1 CATEGORY D
i. Installation of Low Voltage (LV) electrical materials and equipment (distribution

boards, cut-out fuses etc) and internal wiring of all types in small residential
buildings with connected load not exceeding 50kVA.
ii. Installation and wiring of standby generating plants up to 50kVA capacity along
with their ancillary switchgear and change-over switches.
iii. Installation of street lighting systems.
iv. Should have a fair knowledge of Wiring Regulations and interpretation of
Electrical drawings/circuit diagrams and any other requirements that may be
made by the Certification Board.
v. Should have practical working knowledge of the use of test
instruments/equipment such as Avometer, Insulation testers, Earth Megger etc.
3.8.1.2 CATEGORY C
All electrical installation works outlined in Category D in addition to the following;
i. Installation of Low Voltage distribution network, internal wirings of all types in

residential, commercial and industrial buildings with connected load not
exceeding 100kVA.
ii. Installation and wiring of standby generating plants up to 100kVA capacity along
with their ancillary switchgear and change-over switches.
iii. Installation of low-tension overhead lines and underground cables.

iv. Installation and wiring of electric motors of all capacities along with their control
panels and protective devices.
v. Installation and wiring of fire and smoke detectors, anti-burglary, alarm system,
Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Systems, etc.
vi. Should have a good knowledge of NESIS Regulations (User’s Sites Electrical
Installation), Interpretations of Electrical drawings/circuit diagrams and other
requirements that may be made by the Certification Board (CB).
vii. Should have Practical working knowledge of the use of test
instruments/equipment such as Avometer, Insulation testers, Earth Megger,
Clamp-On Ammeter, Voltmeter, Loop impedance tester etc.
3.8.1.3 CATEGORY B
All electrical installation works outlined in Category C in addition to the following;
i. Installation of High-tension overhead lines and underground cables not exceeding

11KV systems.
ii. Installation of 11KV Switchgear, Indoor and Outdoor Substations, RMU, Auto-
Reclosure, etc. along with their protective equipment.
iii. Installation and wiring of standby generating plants up to 2MVA capacity along
with their panels, ancillary switchgear and change-over switches.
iv. Installation of pole and ground mounted distribution transformers of 11KV
Networks along with their ancillary switchgears.
v. Should have thorough knowledge and interpretation of the NESIS Regulation,
Distribution Code, Metering Code, Health & Safety Code.
vi. Should be able to read and understand schematic drawings/diagrams, design
specifications of LT and HT installation. Distribution Networks and any other
special requirements made by the Certification Board (CB).
vii. Should possess practical working knowledge of all electrical test equipment
including DC high voltage pressure test equipment, primary and secondary
injection test set, etc.
viii. Wiring and Installation of buildings with connected loads above 100kVA.

3.8.1.4 CATEGORY A
All installation works outlined in Category B in addition to the following:
i. Erection and installation of sub/transmission lines of 33kV, 132kV, 330kV with

their associated substations and switchgear control panels.
ii. Laying of 33kV cables, switchgears of all types and associated substations and
control panels.
iii. Installation of Power Stations along with their ancillary equipment and step-up
transformer substation.
iv. Installation of power and distribution transformers above 1000kVA capacity.
v. Should have thorough workable knowledge of all types of electrical testing
equipment including DC high voltage pressure testing equipment, primary and
secondary injection test sets, etc.
vi. Should be able to read and interpret electrical engineering drawings,
specifications and other related drawings like survey route map, pole/tower
schedule, line profiles, etc.
vii. Should possess knowledge and interpretation of the NESIS Regulations,
Distribution Code, Metering Code, Health & Safety Code and any other
requirements made by the CB.
3.9 QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION

(ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS)
The minimum qualification/requirements of an applicant under any category is as follows:
3.9.1 CATEGORY D
i. First School Leaving Certificate.

ii. Federal Trade Test Certificate Grade III, II & I issued by Federal Ministry of
Labour and Employment.
iii. Apprenticeship certificate and/or Vocational Certificate.
iv. Should have evidence of proven ability and at least three (3) years working
experience in electrical installation works outlined in section 3.8.1.1 above.

3.9.2 CATEGORY C
i. National Diploma or City and Guilds of London Intermediate from a recognized

institution, registration with relevant government approved professional bodies
will be an added advantage.
ii. The candidate shall have evidence of proven ability and at least three (3) years
of practical working experience in electrical installation works as outlined in
section 3.8.1.2 above.
3.9.3 CATEGORY B
i. HND or B.Sc in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognized institution,

registration with relevant government approved professional bodies will be an
added advantage.
ii. The candidate shall have evidence of proven ability and at least three (3) years
of practical working experience in electrical installation works as outlined in
section 3.8.1.3 above.
3.9.4 CATEGORY A
i. HND or B.Sc in Electrical/Electronic Engineering from a recognized institution,

registration with relevant government approved professional bodies will be an
added advantage.
ii. The candidate shall have evidence of proven ability and at least five (5) years’
practical working experience in electrical installation works as outlined in section
3.8.1.4 above.
3.9.5 QUALIFICATION / REQUIREMENT FOR CORPORATE CERTIFICATION

(ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS)
i. HND or B.Sc in Electrical / Electronic Engineering from a recognized

institution, registration with relevant government approved professional
bodies will be an added advantage.
ii. The candidate shall have evidence of proven ability and at least five (5)
years’ practical working experience in electrical installation works as
outlined in section 3.8.1.4 above.
iii. Evidence of Registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC)

3.10 SCOPE OF WORK FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR ELECTRICITY
GENERATION INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS
Prospective Renewable Energy for electricity generation Installation Contractors seeking to

be certified by NEMSA must prove their experience, skills and expertise to undertake
Renewable Energy for electricity generation Installation Works / Projects. NEMSA’s
Renewable Energy for Electricity Generation Installation Works Certification covers the
following:
 Installation of solar PV System (Off/On Grid) i.e. Solar Mini-grids, solar home
systems, solar street lighting systems, solar borehole systems, etc.
 Installation of Wind Power System.
 Installation of Hydro Power System.
 Installation of Geothermal Power System.
 Installation of Biomass Power System, etc.
3.10.1 CATEGORIZATION OF RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR ELECTRICITY

GENERATION INSTALLATION CONTRACTOR’S CERTIFICATION
The Certification of Renewable Energy Installation Contractors Certification is categorized

into Individual and Corporate Certification.
3.10.1.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION
This is divided into two (2) categories as highlighted hereunder:

(i) Category I for Engineers / Technologists
(ii) Category II for Technicians / Craftsmen
3.10.1.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION
The corporate certification is not categorized. It has the same scope of work, educational
and professional requirements as the individual category I.
Evidence of Registration with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) is mandatory.

3.10.2 CATEGORIES OF WORK
3.10.2.1 CATEGORY II
i. Installation of Renewable Energy powered street lighting systems.

ii. Installation of Renewable Energy powered borehole systems.
iii. Installation of Renewable Energy home systems.
iv. Installation of Inverter and Battery Storage systems.
v. Installation of controls and automation systems.
vi. Installation of electrical protection systems, etc.
3.10.2.2 CATEGORY I
All installation works outlined in Category II in addition to the following:

i. Design, construction and installation of Renewable Energy Systems
(Off/On-Grid, & Mini Grid).
ii. Design, construction and installation of hybrid systems.
iii. Design and installation of electrical protection systems.
iv. Design and installation of control and automation systems
3.10.3 COMPETENCY SKILLS REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for Renewable Energy for electricity generation Installation Works Certification
should have sufficient technical skills and experience in the execution of the following
installation and maintenance works:
 Design and install renewable energy systems in line with extant regulations and
international best practices.
 Interpret design documents of renewable energy projects.
 Ability to construct the supporting structures.
 Knowledge of Solar PV, Wind turbine, and Hydro systems.
 Knowledge of Inverter and Battery Storage Systems.
 Knowledge of electrical protection systems.
 Knowledge of controls and automation systems.
 Knowledge of standalone/Hybrid Systems.
 Troubleshooting and maintenance of renewable energy systems.

3.10.4 QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
3.10.4.1 CATEGORY I
(i) Minimum of B.Eng / B.Sc / HND / Full City & Guild of London in Electrical /
Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil
Engineering, Physics / Physics Electronics, Instrumentation etc.
(ii) Evidence of registration with relevant professional bodies will be an added
advantage.
(iii) The candidate shall have evidence of proven ability and at least five (5) years
of practical working experience on renewable energy installation works.
(iv) Evidence of participation in the execution of renewable energy projects which
should cut across Energy Management, Energy Audit, Energy Efficiency, Solar
PV configuration and Installation, Solar Hybrid Installations, Mini-Grid
Installation, Battery Storage Design, System Controllers, Inverter
Installations, Instrumentation etc.
(v) Completion of any of the under-listed training courses on Renewable Energy
systems from a recognized training institute:
a) Solar Mini-Grid Design and Installation.
b) Solar PV System Design and Installation.
c) Small Hydropower Design and Installation.
d) Wind turbine Design and Installation.
e) Energy Management & Audit.
f) Power Backup Design and Installation.
3.10.4.2 CATEGORY II
(i) Minimum of WAEC / NABTEB.

(ii) The candidate shall have evidence of proven ability and at least three (3)
years of practical working experience on renewable energy installation
works/projects.
(iii) Evidence of participation in the execution of renewable energy projects which
should cut across Energy Management, Energy Audit, Energy Efficiency, Solar
PV configuration and Installation, Solar Hybrid Installations, Mini-Grid

Installation, Battery Storage Design, System Controllers, Inverter
Installations, Instrumentation etc.
(iv) Completion of any of the under-listed training courses on Renewable Energy
systems from a recognized training institute:
(a) Solar Mini-Grid Design and Installation.
(b) Solar PV System Design and Installation.
(c) Small Hydropower Design and Installation.
(d) Wind turbine Design and Installation.
(e) Energy Management & Audit.
(f) Power Backup Design and Installation, etc.
3.11 ELECTRICITY METERING INSTALLATION PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION
NEMSA Electricity Metering Installation Personnel certification is classified into Individual

and Corporate Certification.
3.11.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION
Individual certification is for Engineers / Technologists / Technicians (Electrical,

Mechatronics, Instrumentation, and other relevant engineering fields) who have worked in
the power sector and / or Allied industries for at least three (3) years and acquired skills,
experience, and expertise in Electricity Metering Installation Works / Projects.
The individual Electricity Metering Installation Personnel certification is categorized into

two categories as follows:
(i) Category One (1) – For Engineers/Technologists
(ii) Category Two (2) – For Technicians/Artisans
Prospective applicants may apply for certification under any of the above stated category
depending on their qualifications and years of practical field experience in the Nigerian
Electricity Supply Industry and other Allied industries.

3.11.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION
Corporate Certification is for registered businesses or limited liability companies. They are
required under the law to engage the services of certified electricity metering installation
personnel as highlighted hereunder.
The Corporate Certification is classified into Category One (1) and Category Two (2) with
the following requirements:
(i) Corporate Certification [Category One (1)]:
• The Company must have at least Five (5) certified category 1 Electricity
Metering Installation personnel and Ten (10) certified category 2
Electricity Metering Installation personnel in its workforce.
(ii) Corporate Certification [Category Two (2)]:

• The Company must have at least Ten (10) certified category 2 Electricity
Metering Installation personnel in its workforce.
The corporate certification category one (1) and Individual certification category one (1)
have the same scope of work while the corporate certification category two (2) and
Individual certification category two (2) have the same scope of work.
NOTE: A company’s Corporate Certification cannot be renewed unless the required

number of certified category 1 & 2 electricity metering personnel is maintained amongst
other requirements.
3.11.3 QUALIFICATION / REQUIREMENTS
The minimum qualifications / requirements of an applicant under any category are as

follows:
3.11.3.1 CATEGORY TWO (2)
i. Applicants shall have a minimum of Secondary School Education

certificate / Federal Trade Test Certificate Grade III, II & I issued by
Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment.

ii. A training certificate on electricity metering installation from a
recognized Metering Training Institute.
iii. Shall have at least 3 years evidence of proven field experience in the
installation of single and three-phase meters at 400 Volts level.
iv. Shall have knowledge of standard internal wiring system of residential,
commercial, and industrial premises.
v. Shall have knowledge of standard earthing system.
vi. Shall have knowledge of Nigeria Metering Code Version 02, Nigerian
Smart Metering Regulations, International Electro-technical
Commission, NESIS Regulations, Health and Safety Codes and other
extant regulations.
vii. Shall have understanding of the use of relevant basic electrical and
metering test instruments.
viii. Shall be able to read and interpret electricity metering circuit
drawings.
ix. Shall be able to carry out load analysis of buildings to accurately
determine the type of electricity meter to be installed.
x. Shall be familiar with single-phase and three-phase meter terminal
configurations:
a) Single-phase electricity meter terminal configuration of
P-N-N-P as stipulated in the Nigerian Metering Code.
b) Three-Phase electricity meter terminal configuration of
R1R2, Y1Y2, B1B2, N1N2 as stipulated in the Nigerian Metering
Code.
xi. Shall be conversant with electricity metering anti-tamper challenges
and measures.
xii. Shall be knowledgeable on the insulation resistance testing and cable
colour codes identification for the installation of electricity meters.
xiii. Shall be conversant with the importance of NEMSA sealing of
electricity meter and due date certified test label as stipulated in the
Nigeria Metering Code Version 02.

xiv. Shall have proper knowledge of safety requirements in metering
installation.
3.11.3.2 CATEGORY ONE (1)
i. Applicants shall have a minimum qualification of Higher National Diploma

/ BSc in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering and
registration with relevant government approved professional bodies will
be an added advantage.
ii. Must meet all the requirements listed in 3.11.3.1 above in addition to at
least five (5) years field experience in electricity metering installation
works on 33/11kV Maximum Demand (MD) Meters and 330/132kV Grid
Electricity Metering Installation Works.
NOTE: Certified electricity metering installation personnel should ensure that electricity
meters without NEMSA crimp seal and due date certified test label are not installed for use
in Nigeria.
3.11.4 SCOPE OF WORK FOR ELECTRICITY METERING INSTALLATION

PERSONNEL
3.11.4.1 CATEGORY TWO (2)
Carry out installation of single and three phase Low Voltage Metering installation works up
to and including 400 Volts electrical systems.
3.11.4.2 CATEGORY ONE (1)
Carry out the installation of Maximum Demand (MD) Meters on 33 / 11kV networks and
grid meters on 330 / 132kV networks in addition to Installation of electricity Meters as
outlined in 3.11.4.1 above.
4.0 CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL PERSONNEL
This certification is for all Technical employees in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry,
other allied industries and workplaces engaged in the installation, operation and
maintenance of power systems and electrical installations.

4.1 CLASSIFICATION OF CERTIFICATION
Certification of Electrical Technical Personnel is grouped into three levels in line with the
national system operating voltages. Each level is further subdivided into three categories
in line with areas of specialization, skill sets, relevant years of experience and requisite
educational qualifications as detailed below:
4.1.1 CERTIFICATION LEVELS

Level 1 – Extra High Voltage & High Voltage (330 / 132kV) systems
Level 2 – Medium Voltage (33 / 11kV) systems
Level 3 – Low Voltage (0.400kV) systems
4.1.2 CERTIFICATION SKILL SET
The skill set categories for this certification under the three certification levels includes but
not limited to:
4.1.2.1 CATEGORY A
 Planning, Design & Construction
 Protection, Control, Metering
4.1.2.2 CATEGORY B
 Operations
• Power stations
• Electrical Facilities
4.1.2.3 CATEGORY C
 I nstallation, Testing, M aintenance
• Power Lines
• Electrical systems
• Industrial systems
4.2.0 SCOPE OF CERTIFICATION
Prospective Electrical Personnel may apply for certification under any level and category
depending on their area of specialization, qualifications, and years of practical field
experience.

4.2.1 CATEGORY A
This certification is for Electrical Technical Personnel who have acquired a Bachelor’s
Degree or Higher National Diploma in Electrical Engineering or its equivalent and have
worked in the power sector or allied industries and other workplaces for at least five (5)
years.
4.2.1.1 PLANNING, DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

i. Carry out site visitation activities for proposed project designs and modifications.
ii. Analyse operational data like load, breakdowns and growth, and initiate
expansion or remedial projects where necessary.
iii. Analyse load and forecast demands and determine network needs from
statistical projections.
iv. Develop network expansion needs, construction specifications, bills of materials

and other supporting documentations.
v. Prepare design diagrams and documents for electrical power and industrial
systems.
vi. Prepare drawings, specifications and evaluation of power and control systems.
vii. Carry out comprehensive electrical system study including short circuit, relay
coordination and arc flash analysis.
viii. Selection of process control, power distribution and instrumentation system
components.
ix. Supervise the installation / construction of electrical systems.
x. Maintain all network information and data.
4.2.1.2 PROTECTION, CONTROL & METERING
i. Coordinate, calibrate and set protection relays, review metering and relay
diagrams and determine the required protective schemes for electrical
installations.
ii. Troubleshoot and repair relay and control equipment in electrical systems e.g.
protective relays, instrument transformers, meters, recording instruments,
controls (breakers, regulators, capacitors, etc.)

iii. Perform impedance, short circuit, and relay settings calculations using relevant
relay management software.
iv. Coordinate pre-commissioning and periodic tests of power equipment and

materials.
4.2.2 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CATEGORY A
The minimum qualification and requirements of an applicant under this category are as
follows:
i. Bachelor’s Degree / Higher National Diploma in Electrical / Electronics /
Instrumentation Engineering from an accredited Institution.
ii. Registration with relevant professional bodies will be an added advantage.
iii. Should have knowledge of all types of electrical testing equipment.
iv. Should be able to read and interpret electrical circuit drawings and other related
drawings.
v. Should have knowledge and interpretation of industry regulations such as NESIS
Regulation 2015, Health and Safety Code, etc.
vi. Shall have the evidence of proven ability and at least five (5) years of practical
field experience in his / her area of skill specialization.
4.2.3 CATEGORY B
This Certification is for Electrical Personnel who have acquired a minimum of National
Diploma in Electrical / Electronics / Instrumentation Engineering and have worked in the
power sector or allied industries / other workplaces for at least three (3) years.
4.2.3.1 OPERATIONS
Power Stations
i. Carry out high and medium voltage load management operations such
as switching operations of switchgears and other protective devices in
the substation control rooms and outdoor switchyards.
ii. Operation and maintenance of power generating plants along with
their ancillary switchgears and other accessories.
iii. Operation and maintenance of low voltage switches.

Electrical Facilities
i. Carry out routine inspections and testing of electrical installations and

equipment.
ii. Carry out troubleshooting and maintenance repairs on defective

electrical installations and equipment.
iii. Ensure that industry regulations are adhered to within the facility.
4.2.4 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CATEGORY B
The minimum qualification/requirements of an applicant under this category are as follows:
i Minimum of National Diploma (ND) in Electrical / Electronic / Instrumentation

Engineering Certificate from accredited Institution.
ii Should have good knowledge of Nigerian Electricity Supply and Installation
Standards (NESIS) Regulation 2015, Distribution Code and Health and Safety
Code.
iii Should have good interpretation of electrical circuit diagrams.
iv Should have practical knowledge of the use of testing instrument/equipment such
as Insulation testers, Earth Resistance Tester, Voltmeter etc.
v The candidate shall have the evidence of proven ability and at least three (3) years
of practical field experience in his / her area of skill specialization.
4.2.5 CATEGORY C
This Certification is for Electrical personnel who have acquired a minimum of Secondary
School or Technical College Certificate with relevant training certificates and have worked
in the power sector or allied industries / other workplaces for at least three (3) years.
They are personally held responsible for any installation, operations and maintenance work
carried out by them but are under the supervision of Category A Electrical Technical
Personnel.

4.2.5.1 INSTALLATION, TESTING AND MAINTENANCE
LINES
(i) Installation and maintenance of overhead and underground power

lines and cables.
(ii) Make and repair joints in overhead and underground power lines.
(iii) Prepare cable terminations for electrical equipment, overhead and

underground power lines.
POWER SYSTEMS
(i) Installation and maintenance of transformers and its associated

switchgears and other accessories.
(ii) Setting and calibration of protection relays and other protective

devices.
(iii) Maintenance of substation equipment such as transformers, Ring Main
Units (RMU), etc.
(iv) Installation, operation and maintenance of electrical installations in
residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
(iv) Carry out pre-commissioning tests.
(v) Carry out basic troubleshooting operations on electrical systems and
equipment.
INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS
(i) Installation, operation and maintenance of electric motors, pumps,

compressors, and dryers along with their control panels and protective
devices.
(ii) Installation and maintenance of battery banks and chargers, HVAC

systems, DC panels, reactors, capacitor banks, electric furnace,
heaters, ovens, boilers, conveyor belts etc.
(iii) Installation and wiring of isolated standby generating plants along

with their ancillary switchgears and change-over switches.

4.2.6 CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR CATEGORY C
The minimum qualification/requirements of an applicant under this category are as follows:
(i) Secondary School or Technical College Certificate with relevant training

certificates in any of the skillsets outlined in the 4.2.5 above. Trade Test
certificate in Electrical Installation Works (Class I, II & III) will be an added
advantage.
(ii) Should have good knowledge of Nigerian Electricity Supply and Installation
Standards (NESIS) Regulation 2015, Health and Safety Code, etc.
(iii) Should have good interpretation of electrical circuit diagrams.
(iv) Should have practical knowledge of the use of testing equipment such as
Insulation testers, Earth Resistance Tester, Voltmeter, etc.
(v) Shall have the evidence of proven ability and at least three (3) years of
practical field experience in his / her area of skill specialization.
5.0 REQUIREMENTS FOR FOREIGN NATIONALS
(i) Shall be COREN registered and a copy of the COREN certificate be

uploaded/attached to the application form in addition to other relevant
documents as it relates to the certification category during the application
process for Personnel working in Nigeria.
(ii) Shall attach a copy of the data page of the international passport.
(iii) Shall submit all necessary documents including items (i) & (ii) to the
Inspectorate Field Office before the scheduled date of the
examinations/interviews.
6.0 CONDITIONS FOR UPGRADING TO HIGHER CERTIFICATION CATEGORY
Any certified electrical installation personnel wishing to upgrade from a lower category to
a higher category shall satisfy the following conditions:
(i) Shall have the requisite qualifications and experience for the higher category;
(ii) Shall have evidence of proven ability on past electrical installation works
executed in the lower category;

(iii) Shall have spent at least three (3) years in the original category issued to him
/ her;
(iv) Shall showcase at least five (5) electrical installation works executed by him /
her in the lower category to NEMSA electrical inspectors for assessment;
(v) Shall not have been suspended within the three years in the original category;
(vi) Shall show documents / evidence of electrical installation works he / she has
undertaken.
7.0 CONTINUOUS EDUCATION (CAPACITY BUILDING) FOR CERTIFIED

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PERSONNEL
Individual Certified Electrical Installation Personnel are required to participate in any

related electrical installation conferences, seminars, workshops, or training at least two (2)
times in every six (6) years of a validity period of the certification and at least once in every
three (3) years of validity period of corporate certification. Certificates obtained from such
program will be used as part of requirements for re-certification.

8.0 FEES PAYABLE FOR THE CERTIFICATION AND RENEWAL
The certification and annual renewal fees for each category shall be as stated hereunder:
CERTIFICATION OF ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS CONTRACTORS

S/N ACTIVITY CERTIFICATION FEE ANNUAL RENEWAL FEE
DESCRIPTION (N) (N)
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS’ CERTIFICATION
1 Corporate 100,000.00 50,000.00

2 Category A 50,000.00 25,000.00
3 Category B 35,000.00 12,000.00
4 Category C 15,000.00 5,000.00
5 Category D 10,000.00 4,000.00
ELECTRICAL TECHNICAL PERSONNEL CERTIFICATION
1 Category A 50,000.00 25,000.00
2 Category B 35,000.00 15,000.00
3 Category C 20,000.00 7,500.00
RENEWABLE ENERGY FOR ELECTRICITY GENERATION CONTRACTORS
1 Corporate 100,000.00 50,000.00
2 Category I 50,000.00 25,000.00
3 Category II 35,000.00 12,000.00
ELECTRICITY METERING INSTALLATION PRACTITIONERS
CORPORATE CERTIFICATION
1 Category 1 300,000.00 150,000.00
2 Category 2 200,000.00 100,000.00
INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION FEES
1 Category 1 50,000.00 25,000.00
2 Category 2 30,000.00 10,000.00
NOTE:
 The fees shown in 8.0 above are subject to review without prior notice.
 Certified electrical personnel shall renew their competency Certificates within Ninety
days (90) days of expiration.
 Failure to renew within Ninety days (90) of expiration shall attract an additional
50% of the Renewal Fee.

 All payments shall be made in the form of a bank deposit into the Treasury Single
Account (TSA).
 Account Details are shown below:
ACCOUNT NAME/NUMBER:
TSA CBN/NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGENCY
via REMITA
8.1 STAMP AND SEAL
Successful applicants (electrical installation contractors) shall be issued a competency

certificate and a Seal or a Stamp according to the categories as indicated in the table
below:
S/No Category Seal / Stamp
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS
1 Corporate Seal
2 A Seal
3 B Seal
4 C Stamp
5 D Stamp
9.0 EXEMPTION FROM CERTIFICATION EXAM/INTERVIEW (WRITTEN &

ORAL)
Engineers / Technologists who have worked and retired from then NEPA / defunct PHCN /
DISCOs / TCN / NEMSA / REA / EISD / STATE REBs etc. and has met the following
requirements are exempted from attending certification examination / interviews:
 Possess a minimum of Bachelor’s degree/HND or their equivalent in Electrical

Engineering from a recognized institution.
 Have worked in a technical capacity and retired at Principal Manager (grade level
14 and above) or equivalent level from the above stated organizations.
 Have genuine evidence of engagement / disengagement letter from the previous
employer.
 Shall be COREN registered

 Present evidence of at least ten (10) electrical installation projects in which he / she
participated in their execution/maintenance during the period of service with the
previous organization.
NOTE: This category of applicants may apply directly to the Chief Electrical Inspector
of the Federation or through the Chairmen of the Certification Panels with all relevant
requirements stated above.
10.0 ENFORCEMENT
• NEMSA shall enforce all standards and regulations, provisions of the scheme in
accordance with NEMSA Act, 2015.
• Only electrical installations executed by certified corporate organizations / individual
electrical installation personnel in the Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry and other
allied industries/ workplaces will be put into use, upon satisfactory inspection, test
and certification of such installations by NEMSA's Electrical Inspectors.
• All correspondence emanating from certified corporate organizations / individual
electrical installation personnel shall bear the stamp/seal.
• Upon completion of any electrical installation work/project, certified corporate
organizations / individual electrical installation personnel shall have the following
markings engraved on a nameplate that would be displayed at a visible and
accessible location on customers' premises or a substation with a view of identifying
the electrical installation personnel, should the need arise.
(i) Certified Electrical Personnel name

(ii) Company's Name
(iii) Certificate Number
(iv) Certificate Category
(v) Date of Issue
(vi) Date Last Renewed
(vii) Date of completion of the Installation
(viii) Contact Address, Email and Telephone Number
• Certified corporate organizations / individual electrical installation personnel shall
keep signed copies of the following documents in customers' premises after
electrical installation work.

(i) NEMSA Electrical Installation Inspection Certificate;
(ii) Periodic statutory Inspection Report by NEMSA inspectors.
(iii) Single line diagram of the wired installation or facility ''As Wired
Electrical Drawing''.
• Such reports and drawings shall be made available to NEMSA Officials on request
for inspection, monitoring, investigation and/or enforcement purposes.
• A copy of the ''As Wired Electrical Drawing'' shall be updated any time the installation
is amended or upgraded.
• Periodically, NEMSA shall obtain data of new service connections from distribution
utilities and perform random checks on the wiring of the new customers for
compliance. If any wiring falls short of safety requirements, the certified electrical
installation personnel who endorsed the wiring installation shall be sanctioned. Any
distribution utility that connects any premises which has not been certified by
NEMSA Field Inspectors shall be sanctioned.
• Only Certified Electrical Technical Personnel shall be allowed to operate, maintain,
install / construct electrical installation works / systems in Nigeria.
11.0 DISCIPLINARY MEASURES
If there is a report of misconduct on any certified electrical installation personnel, he / she

shall be required to give a written explanation to the Certification Board. Where such
certified electrical personnel is unable to produce sufficient justification for the alleged
misconduct, the CB shall reserve the right to revoke his / her certificate or take any other
necessary action.
11.1 SUSPENSION OF CERTIFICATION
i. Any certified electrical personnel who permit an apprentice or his

employee to execute any electrical installation work without supervision
by him / her shall have his/her Certificate suspended for a period of 6
months.
ii. Any certified electrical personnel who execute any electrical installation
work outside the specified scope of his / her certificate category when
discovered shall have his / her certificate suspended for a period of not
less than one (1) year.

11.2 WITHDRAWAL OF CERTIFICATION
i. Where a written complaint / allegation has been made against a certified

electrical installation personnel for incompetence or misconduct, he / she
shall be required to give a written explanation to the Certification Board.
Where such certified electrical installation personnel is unable to produce
sufficient justification for the alleged misconduct, the Board shall reserve
the right to revoke the Certificate or take any other necessary action.
ii. Any certified electrical installation personnel that have been suspended
twice and found guilty of another offense may have his / her Certificate
withdrawn.
NOTE: Notice of Suspension or Withdrawal of a Certificate will be posted on NEMSA

Website and/or National Dailies to Protect the Public from engaging such persons.
12.0 REPLACEMENT OF LOST CERTIFICATE
Any certified electrical installation personnel who lose his/her Certificate shall write an
application addressed to the MD/CEO & Chief Electrical Inspector of the Federation
supported by a sworn affidavit, a photocopy of the lost Certificate, a Police report, two
recent passport photographs and payment receipt for a new certificate.
12.1 RENEWAL OF CERTIFICATE
Individual Certificates can be renewed in any of NEMSA Inspectorate Field Offices while
renewal of Corporate Certification requires the following process:
• Application letter addressed to the MD/CEO & CEIF submitted at Headquarters or
through any NEMSA Inspectorate Field Office with the following documents
attached:
i. the original copy of the expired corporate certificate;
ii. at least three (3) Inspection Certificates issued by NEMSA Inspectorate Field
Office and/or Job completion certificates issued for the electrical installation
projects/works executed by the company during the period of Certification;
iii. Two (2) recent passport photographs (white background, no cap, no
sunglasses);
iv. Receipt of payment of N50,000.00 (Fifty thousand Naira) renewal fee.
13.0 APPEAL
13.1 DISPUTE RESOLUTION PANEL
The Dispute resolution panel shall be responsible for the resolution of all matters
and issues related to appeal of results and recommendations of the CP on the
performance of any candidate in the written/oral interviews and the decision of the
panel shall be final.
The Dispute Resolution Panel will consist of the following members:
i. General Manager Legal unit............................ Chairman

ii. A representative from Legal unit..................... Secretary
iii. A representative from TIS……………………………. Member
iv. A representative from MLSD…………………………. Member
v. A representative of NSE/COREN..................... Member
13.2 DISPUTE RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
In the event of a dispute pertaining to the performance of an applicant at the competency

examinations, the applicant shall forward a formal appeal / complaint to the MD/CEO &
CEIF. The appeal / complaint shall be detailed with all necessary evidence pertaining to
the dispute attached.
14.0 TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND CODE OF CONDUCT FOR NEMSA

CERTIFIED ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION PERSONNEL
All certified electrical installation personnel are expected to adhere strictly to the following
terms and conditions:
i. Carry out electrical installation works in accordance with laid down

procedures, specifications, technical standards and regulatory
requirements and ensuring safety;
ii. Personally supervise electricity projects / electrical installation works
undertaken by him/her;
iii. Renew their certificate within ninety (90) days after its expiration. Failure
to do so will result in penalty fees to be calculated based on how long the
certified electrical installation personnel / corporate organization has
defaulted;

iv. Any person who engages in the execution of electrical installation work
without a NEMSA issued Competency Certificate shall be prosecuted in
the Court of law;
v. Any Certified Electrical Installation Personnel who demonstrate gross
negligence in executing electrical installation that results in injury, loss of
lives and / or damage to property shall have his / her Certificate
withdrawn and he / she may be prosecuted in the court of law;
vi. Any applicant who gives false information to obtain a certificate, if found
after the issuance of the certificate shall have his / her Certificate
withdrawn and he / she may be prosecuted in the court of law;
vii. Any certified Electrical Installation Personnel / Corporate Organization
who is involved in hawking and touting of his/her certificate to certify
work not done by him / her will have his / her certificate revoked /
withdrawn and he / she may be prosecuted in the court of law.
Please Note : These terms and conditions are subject to change any time.

15.0 NEMSA INSPECTORATE FIELD OFFICES NATIONWIDE
(EXAMINATION / INTERVIEW CENTRES)
S/N Zonal Location/ States/ Head E-Mail Phone No.
Office Address Covered (IFO)
Location
1. Abeokut Federal Secretariat, Ogun Engr. abubakar.momoh@nemsa.gov.ng 08055235210
a P.M.B, 2078, State Abubakar
Abeokuta, Ogun, Momoh
State
2. Abuja No. 12 Ezekiel P. FCT & Engr. Eja eja.alobo@nemsa.gov.ng 07035866004
Okoya Crescent, 611 Niger Alobo
Road Off Auwal State
Anwar Street,
Gwarimpa, Abuja,
FCT.
3. Akure Federal Secretariat, Ondo & Engr. Adura adura.tuntun@nemsa.gov.ng 08064430414
P.M.B, 702, Akure, Ekiti State Tundun 09052389121
Ondo State
4. Bauchi Rm 85 & 86, Bauchi & Engr. micah.edward@nemsa.gov.ng 08034644000
4th Floor, Federal Gombe Edward
Secretariat Complex, State Micah Maku
Bauchi, Bauchi State
5. Benin Federal Secretariat Edo & Engr. Jimoh jimoh.quadry@nemsa.gov.ng 08033519956

Complex, Opposite Delta A. Quadry
Aduwawa Quarters, State
P.M.B, 1319, Benin
City, Edo State
6. Enugu 33 Abakaliki Road, Anambra, Engr. osita.obiukwu@nemsa.gov.ng 08059687499
GRA, Enugu, Enugu Enugu & Nelson 07031317412
State Ebonyi Obiukwu
State
7. I badan Ministry of Energy Oyo & Engr. sakariyau.bamidele@nemsa.gov.ng 07032276293
Building, Beside Osun Sakariyau
NITEL Hqs, Inside State Bamidele
Oyo State
Secretariat, Agodi
P.M.B 5028, Ibadan,
Oyo State
8. I lorin Sir Kashim Ibrahim Kwara & Fayose olusola.fayose@nemsa.gov.ng 08033683492
Road, Behind Kogi State Bamidele
Governors House, Olusola
P.M.B, 1580, Ilorin
Kwara State
9. Jos Club Road, P.M.B, Plateau, Kalu Ochu kalu.ikpo@nemsa.gov.ng 08037442084
2099, Jos, Plateau Benue, & Ikpo
State Nassaraw
a State
10. K aduna 6, Yakubu Gowon Kaduna Baba David david.baba@nemsa.gov.ng 08065399466
Way, Hospital Road, State Danlami
P.M.B, 2119, Kaduna,
Kaduna State.

11. K ano Federal Secretariat, Kano, Engr. abbas.muktar@nemsa.gov.ng 08034644000
P.M.B, 3477, Kano, Jigawa & Muktar M.
Kano State Katsina Abbas
State
12. Lagos – Glass House, Block D Lagos Engr. salami.oladokun@nemsa.gov.ng 07068881040
Eko Area FMW&H Premises, State Salami
TBS, Moloney Sreet, (Eko) Afeez
Lagos State. Oladokun
13. Lagos – NMTS (Oshodi) Lagos Mr. adewale.oyinlade@nemsa.gov.ng 08034417901

I keja Alasia Bus Stop, State Oyinlade
Area Agege Motor Road, (Ikeja) Adewale
Near YTK Petrol
Station.
14. M aidugu 3, Lake Chad Borno & Mr. James james.sani@nemsa.gov.ng 08099640301
ri Nurs. Near Lake Yobe Bata Sani
Chad, P.M.B, 1032 State
Maiduguri, Borno
State
15. Ow erri Behind FERMA, Imo & Engr. gerald.ene@nemsa.gov.ng 08161330625
Federal Secretariat Abia State Gerald Ene
Complex, Owerri, P/H
Road, Owerri, Imo
State
16. P ort 21 NPA Road, Port Rivers & Engr. Mrs. jamila.yusuf@nemsa.gov.ng 08035750837
Harcourt Harcourt, Rivers Bayelsa Jamila
State State Yusuf
17. Sokoto EIS Building Sokoto, Baba baba.machina@nemsa.gov.ng 08034480787

Complex, Near Kebbi & Machina M.
Kangiwa Square Zamfara
P.M.B, 2291, Sokoto, State.
Sokoto State
18. Uyo Federal Secretariat Akwa Engr. abdulrahman.igetis@nemsa.gov.ng 08030695738
Complex, Abak Road, Ibom & Abdulrahm 07059914366
Uyo, Akwa-Ibom Cross an I. Igetsi
State River
State
19. Yola 29a, Mubi Road, Taraba & Ntuen anthony.ntuen@nemsa.gov.ng 08037039351
P.M.B 2094, Yola – Adamawa Ekpontuen
Adamawa State State Anthony
15.1 NEMSA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
No. 4 Dar es-Salaam Crescent

Off Dar es-Salaam Street
Off Aminu Kano Crescent
Wuse II, Abuja.
E-mail: info@nemsa.gov.ng: Website: www.nemsa.gov.ng
Tel: +234 (0) 7068681566

BIBLIOGRAPHY
1. The NEMSA Act 2015

2. Nigeria Metering Code Version 02, 2014.
3. Nigerian Electricity Smart Metering Regulations 2015
4. Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry Standard (NESIS) 2015.
5. CAP 106
6. Nigerian Industrial Standard (NIS)/International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
7. The Nigeria Electricity Health and Safety Code, 2014.
8. Nigerian Electricity Smart Metering Regulations, 2015.
9. Grid Code -Version 03
10. Distribution Code for the Nigeria Electricity Distribution System Version 02
11. The Mini-Grid Regulations, 2016.
12. The Electrical Installation Regulations S.I.5 and Electricity Supply Regulations S.I.6
1996.
13. Technical guidelines for Inspection of Concrete Pole Manufacturers.
14. Technical guidelines for Inspection of Factories, Commercial and Hazardous locations.
15. Guideline and Procedures for Certification of Electrical Installation Contractors in Nigeria
16. Guidelines and Procedures for Certification of Electricity Metering Installation Personnel
in Nigeria
17. Nigerian Electrical Installation and Construction Guidelines Manual for the Distribution
Sub Sector. Produced and published on 11 th February 2020 - (Volume 1,2,3,4 & 5).
18. The Guidelines for Electrical Inspectorate Services and Enforcement Procedures in
Nigeria.
19. Guidelines for Inspection of Solar Mini-grids in Nigeria.
20. Meter Asset Provide and National Mass Metering Regulations
21. Market Rules 2014

ACRONYM
AC Alternating Current.
AIE Area Inspecting Engineer.
ARECON Association of Rural Electrification Contractors of Nigeria.
B1B2 Blue 1 Blue 2.
B.Eng Bachelor of Engineering.
B.Sc Bachelor of Science.
CAC Corporate Affairs Commission.
CEO Chief Executive Officer.
CEIF Chief Electrical Inspector of the Federation.
COREN Council for the Regulation of Engineering in Nigeria.
CS Certification Scheme
DC Direct Current.
DISCOs Distribution Companies.
ECN Energy Commission of Nigeria.
EHV Extreme High Voltage.
EISD Electrical Inspectorate Services Department.
GM General Manager.
GENCOs Generation Companies.
HND Higher National Diploma.
HV High Voltage
HVAC Heat Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
IFO Inspectorate Field Office.
KVA Kilovolts Ampere.
KW Kilowatt.
LECAN License Electrical Contractors Association of Nigeria.
LV Low Voltage.
MLSD Metering & Laboratory Services Department.
MD Managing Director.

MXD Maximum Demand.
N1N2 Neutral Input, Neutral Output.
NABTEB National Business & Technical Board.
NEMSA Nigerian Electricity Management Services Agency.
NESI Nigeria Electricity Supply Industry.
NESIS Nigerian Electricity Supply Industry Standard.
NMTS National Meter Test Station.
NSE Nigerian Society of Engineers.
P-N-N-P Positive – Neutral – Neutral – Positive.
PV Photovoltaic
R1R2 Red 1 Red 2.
REA Rural Electrification Agency.
REAN Renewable Energy Association of Nigeria.
RSC Regulatory Safety & Certification.
SON Standard Organization of Nigeria.
TCN Transmission Company of Nigeria.
TIS Technical Inspectorate Services.
TSA Treasury Single Account.
Y1Y2 Yellow 1 Yellow 2.

APPENDIX I: Amendment (Log) History - Certification Scheme
Amendment (Log) History - Certification Scheme
Section New Issue Issue Date Description of Change Authorization

No
Bibliography 02 January The list of the books

2023 referred to while producing
the certification scheme. ~.
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APPROVAL STATUS
Prepared by: Date Signature
HOD
Reviewed by Date Signature
~
ISO COORDINATOR \!-OJ.AU4 d..-O~~
Approvedl Authorized by Date Signature
MD/CEO & CEIF
Revision Status: 01 Date of Issue: JANUARY 2023
Issue Number: 02 Document Number: NEMSA/CS/02/2023
46 I P age (;'p NEMSA Certification Schemes for Electrical Installation Personnel in Nigeria
NEMSA CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
No. 4 Dar es-Salaam Crescent, Off Dar es-Salaam Street, Off Aminu Kano Crescent,
Wuse II, Abuja. E-mail: info@nemsa.gov.ng, Website: www.nemsa.gov.ng
NEMSA Corporate Headquarters
No. 4 Dar es-Salaam Crescent, Off Aminu Kano Crescent, Wuse II, Abuja.
E-mail: info@nemsa.gov.ng. Website: www.nemsa.gov.ng

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NIGERIAN ELECTRICITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES

NEMSA CERTIFICATION SCHEMES

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5|Page NEMSA Certification Schemes for Electrical Installation Personnel in Nigeria

Certification is the process by which NEMSA determines that a personnel or corporate

The purpose of certification of electrical installation personnel and corporate organizations

3.3 NEMSA CERTIFICATION SCHEMES

NEMSA’s Certification Schemes consist of the following:

i. Electrical Installation Contractors Certification

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3.4.1 STEPS FOR REGISTRATIONS

i. Read and understand this scheme for certification of electrical installation

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S/NO DESCRIPTION DEADLINE ACTION BY

1 Submission of completed No later than 7 days Applicant

3.4.3 CERTIFICATE VALIDITY PERIOD

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3.5.1 PROCEDURES/REQUIREMENTS FOR RECERTIFICATION

 Applicant must have undergone relevant training from a recognized training

3.6 CERTIFICATION BOARD AND PANEL

3.6.1 CERTIFICATION BOARD

3.6.1.1 MEMBERSHIP OF THE CERTIFICATION BOARD

The board shall comprise of the following members:

i. Chief Electrical Inspector of the Federation …….................. Chairman

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The Certification Board shall carry out the following functions:

i. Review and approve the schemes for the certification process;

3.6.2 CERTIFICATION PANEL

3.6.2.1. MEMBERSHIP OF THE CERTIFICATION PANEL (CP)

The members of Certification Panels shall be experienced Electrical engineers /

i. NEMSA (Area Inspecting Engineer) ……................................... Chairman

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3.6.2.2 FUNCTIONS OF THE CERTIFICATION PANELS

i. The secretariat receives and scrutinize submitted application forms with

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S/No Certification Classification Further Classification

1 Electrical Installation • Corporate • Corporate

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Individual certification is for Electrical Engineers / Technologists / Technicians / Craftsmen,

3.7.2 CORPORATE CERTIFICATION

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3.8 SCOPE OF WORK FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION CONTRACTORS’

3.8.1 INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION CATEGORIES:

i. Installation of Low Voltage (LV) electrical materials and equipment (distribution

All electrical installation works outlined in Category D in addition to the following;

i. Installation of Low Voltage distribution network, internal wirings of all types in

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All electrical installation works outlined in Category C in addition to the following;

i. Installation of High-tension overhead lines and underground cables not exceeding

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All installation works outlined in Category B in addition to the following:

i. Erection and installation of sub/transmission lines of 33kV, 132kV, 330kV with

3.9 QUALIFICATION/REQUIREMENTS FOR INDIVIDUAL CERTIFICATION

The minimum qualification/requirements of an applicant under any category is as follows:

i. First School Leaving Certificate.