Admission of students into JSS 1  in Air Force Secondary School in the country is the prerogative of the Directorate of Education (DOEDN), Headquarters  Nigeria Air Force Abuja. This is done through an entrance examination taken in designated centers throughout the country. Successful candidate who must be between 11 and 13 years of age are subsequently  subjected to a selection interview.

An interview board is set up by the DOEDN which interviews and recommends suitable candidate for admission . A second mode of entry is through transfer into some specific classes. However, this is subject to availability of vacancies. Candidates need to secure the cut off score at the placement test and meet all other criteria set by the school for admission.Admission through transfer is only available into JSS ll and SSS l.