KPMG 2027 Graduate Trainee Programme

Unlock New Opportunities, Make Your Mark!

The KPMG Nigeria Graduate Trainee Programme is for university graduates who are curious about how organisations grow, how strategy turns into execution and how ideas create real-world impact.

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Work and Play - A dynamic Culture

We inspire confidence and empower change not only in our commitment to excellence but also for cultivating a vibrant and engaging work environment. Our people are at the intersection of doing meaningful work and a culture that values excitement, sport, and playfulness. We encourage healthy competition and teamwork and believe that work should be enjoyable and fulfilling, hence, you will have the opportunity to work hard, play hard, and grow both personally and professionally.

Unlock New Opportunities, Make Your Mark!

Application & Selection Journey

We strive to provide a best-in-class application process that is accessible to all our candidates.

With your candidate experience and personal journey at the forefront of our concerns, we have integrated inclusion, technology, and integrity throughout the process. Additionally, we have embraced the digital age through our new hybrid selection approach.

We value the diversity of our candidates and vast experience that comes with them. We’ll be with you through each step of the way, and we are looking forward to seeing you thrive!

The Journey:
  • Application
  • Data Validation
  • Aptitude Test
  • Assessment Centre
  • Partner Interview
  • Offer

Successful candidates will resume Training School in September 2026, ahead of the new financial year (FY27), beginning 1 October 2026.

As you apply, we encourage you to consider which business area is best aligned with your qualification, interest, and passion as well as feed your curiosity, work with the best on emerging practices and technologies, and gain an advantage for life.

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Application Deadline

6th of March 2026

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You're an ideal candidate if you meet the following criteria:

  • Hold a minimum of a Second-Class Upper Division from a recognised university with a relevant discipline.

  • Have at least 5 O' Level credits, including English and Mathematics.

  • Law graduates must have a minimum of Second-Class Upper Division in first degree and Law School.

  • Specific units require being a Chartered Accountant – ACA, ACCA.

  • Are under 28 years old at the time of application.

  • Have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.

  • Demonstrate excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.

  • Are proficient in tools such as PowerPoint, Excel, Power BI, and similar applications.

  • Have not taken the KPMG aptitude test within the last 12 months.

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Choose Your Path

Select the service line that aligns with your passion and career goals.

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Financial Risk Management (FRM) Forensic Tax, Regulatory & People Services (TRPS) Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Accounting Advisory Services (AAS) Audit & IT Audit Strategy and Customer Solutions (S&CS) People and Change Transaction Services - Mergers & Acquisitions Infrastructure & IDAS Internal Audit & Governance, Risk, Compliance Services (IA&GRCS) Technology Advisory

Important Notice

Multiple applications will lead to automatic disqualification. Please carefully select your area of interest before applying.

Application closes 6th of March 2026