List of Undergraduate Scholarships in Nigeria (2026 Updated Guide for Students)

Last updated: September 15, 2026

University can be expensive.

Between school fees, accommodation, textbooks, transportation, feeding, data and other academic expenses, many Nigerian students need extra financial support to complete their education.

Fortunately, there are scholarships for Nigerian undergraduates offered by companies, government agencies, foundations and other organisations.

Some are currently open. Others have closed for 2026 but are expected to return in another cycle.

This guide helps you quickly find:

• scholarships you can apply for now
• scholarships announced but not yet open
• major annual scholarships to prepare for
• opportunities based on your level or course
• official application and scholarship pages
• documents you should prepare

Undergraduate Scholarships in Nigeria 2026: A Quick Look

Important: Where a future period is mentioned, treat it as a time to start checking, not a confirmed application date.

Undergraduate Scholarships Open Now

1. Julius Berger Nigeria Female Scholarship 2026

Status: Open
Deadline: September 16, 2026
Level: 200 level
Gender: Female
Minimum CGPA: 3.5/5.0
Institution: Federal or state university

The Julius Berger Nigeria Female Scholarship supports female students studying Engineering, Technology and construction-related programmes in Nigerian public universities.

Applicants must be in their second year of study.

Eligible courses include areas such as:

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Architecture
• Building Technology
• Quantity Surveying
• Structural Engineering
• Land Surveying
• Project Management
• Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Applicants need at least a 3.5 CGPA on a 5.0 scale.

The scholarship can be renewed until graduation as long as recipients continue to meet the required academic and conduct standards.

Apply: Julius Berger official scholarship portal

If you qualify, apply as soon as possible because the application closes on September 16, 2026.

2. Indomie Scholarship Programme 2026

Status: Open
Deadline: September 30, 2026
Award: Full tuition
Best for: Newly admitted students
Application fee: Free

The Indomie Scholarship Programme is one of the strongest opportunities currently available to newly admitted students.

It covers eligible students entering public or state-owned:

• universities
• polytechnics
• Colleges of Education
• specialised tertiary institutions

Successful students receive full tuition for the duration of their programme, provided they maintain the required academic performance.

You can start the application before uploading all your results.

Your WAEC/NECO and JAMB results can be added later, but everything must be completed before the deadline.

Shortlisted applicants proceed to a Computer-Based Test before final verification.

Apply: Indomie Scholarship official application page

3. Gabriel Ezenri Foundation Scholarship

Status: Open
Application period: September 1 to October 15, 2026
Award: Up to ₦500,000 per academic session
Awards available: 10

The Gabriel Ezenri Foundation Scholarship supports Nigerian students with strong academic performance who also have genuine financial need.

The scholarship can support:

• tuition and registration
• learning materials
• living expenses

with total support of up to ₦500,000 per academic session.

Existing students need at least a 3.5/5.0 CGPA.

New entrants can qualify with a UTME score of at least 250 or the required O'Level performance.

Students enrolled or admitted into accredited Nigerian universities and polytechnics can apply.

The Foundation states that applications open every September.

Apply: Gabriel Ezenri Foundation Scholarship

4. Kponee-Shovein Scholars Award

Status: Closes September 15, 2026
Award: One-year full tuition + stipend
Level: Bachelor's degree students

The Kponee-Shovein Scholars Award supports undergraduate students completing their first degrees at Nigerian universities.

Successful scholars receive:

• full tuition for one academic year
• a stipend

The Foundation also runs the Josephine Kponee Fellowship, which supports eligible Ogoni female undergraduate students.

Applications for the 2026 cycle close on September 15, 2026.

Apply/official information: Kponee-Shovein Foundation Scholarship

If you are reading this after September 15, check the Foundation for the next application cycle.

Newly Announced Scholarship to Watch

5. Aliko Dangote Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship

Status: Announced
Planned start: October 2026
First phase: 30,000 students
Institutions: Federal and state universities

The Aliko Dangote Foundation has announced a major scholarship programme for Nigerian university students.

The first phase will target 30,000 undergraduate students across Nigeria's federal and state universities.

Priority will initially go to students studying:

• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Medicine
• related disciplines

Applicants are expected to have at least a 2.5 CGPA, and 5% of the scholarship slots will be reserved for students with disabilities.

The programme is scheduled to begin alongside the 2026/2027 academic session in October 2026.

Application portal: Not yet announced.

Official announcement: Read the NUC announcement

Students should wait for the official application instructions before submitting any information or paying anyone.

Major Undergraduate Scholarships Closed for 2026

Closed scholarships are still worth knowing about because many return every year.

If you already know the likely eligibility requirements, you can prepare your CGPA and documents before the next application opens.

6. MTN Foundation Scholarship

Status: 2026 application closed
Award: ₦300,000 per year
Frequency: Annual

MTN runs three major undergraduate scholarship categories.

MTN Science and Technology Scholarship

This scholarship is open to eligible 300-level students studying Science and Technology-related courses in Nigerian public tertiary institutions.

It also accepts eligible medical students entering or currently in 400 level.

University and College of Education STEM applicants generally need at least:

3.5/5.0 or 3.0/4.0 CGPA.

MTN Scholarship for Blind Students

This programme supports eligible blind students studying any course in Nigerian public universities, polytechnics and Colleges of Education.

Eligible students can generally apply from 200 or 300 level.

MTN Top 10 UTME Scholarship

The 10 highest-scoring UTME candidates announced by JAMB automatically receive the MTN Top 10 UTME Scholarship.

It pays:

₦300,000 per year from 100 level until graduation

subject to meeting MTN's academic requirements.

No separate application is required for the Top 10 UTME award.

The main 2026 scholarship submission portal is now closed.

Next step: Monitor MTN for the next annual scholarship application.

Official page: MTN Foundation Scholarships

7. PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme

Status: Closed
2026 application period: April 27 to June 5, 2026
Institutions: Nigerian public universities

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund runs undergraduate and postgraduate scholarships for students studying approved courses in Nigerian public universities.

The 2026 undergraduate list included many courses in:

Engineering

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Telecommunications Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Software Engineering
• Structural Engineering

Science and Computing

• Computer Science
• Cybersecurity
• Mathematics
• Statistics
• Physics
• Chemistry
• Microbiology
• Geology
• Geophysics

Other Approved Areas

The 2026 programme also included selected courses in:

• Environmental Science
• Renewable Energy
• Accounting
• Economics
• Business Administration
• Law
• Finance
• Entrepreneurship

The 2026/2027 application ran from April 27 to June 5, 2026.

When to check again: Start watching around April 2027 if PTDF follows a similar calendar.

The 2027 dates have not yet been announced.

Official page: PTDF Scholarship Management Portal

8. NNPC/Seplat JV National Undergraduate Scholarship

Status: Closed
2026 application: February 23 to March 13, 2026
Minimum level: Second year
Minimum CGPA: 3.5

The NNPC/Seplat JV National Undergraduate Scholarship supports students attending federal and state universities in Nigeria.

Applicants must:

• be in their second year of study or above
• have five O'Level credits including English and Mathematics at one sitting
• have at least a 3.5 CGPA

Eligible courses include:

• Accountancy
• Agriculture
• Architecture
• Business Administration
• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Engineering/Science
• Economics
• Electrical/Electronic Engineering
• Environmental Studies
• Geology
• Geophysics
• Law
• Mass Communication
• Mechanical Engineering
• Medicine
• Metallurgical Engineering
• Optometry
• Petroleum Engineering

Successful students receive yearly grants to help complete their degree programmes.

When to check again: Around February 2027, based on the 2026 application period.

Official information: NNPC/Seplat Undergraduate Scholarship

9. NNPCL/Chevron National University Scholarship

Status: Closed for 2026

Chevron Nigeria Limited, operator of the NNPCL/Chevron Joint Venture, runs a National University Scholarship for eligible Nigerian undergraduates.

The 2026 application has ended.

The scholarship application is free, and Chevron states that applicants should not pay agents or representatives.

Next step: Monitor the official Chevron/Scholastica scholarship page for another call.

Official page: NNPCL/Chevron Scholarship page

10. FATE Scholar Programme

Status: Closed for 2026/2027
2026 deadline: May 8, 2026
Best for: Students entering first year

The FATE Scholar Programme is designed for young Nigerians preparing to begin tertiary education.

For the 2026/2027 cycle, applicants had to:

• be Nigerian citizens
• be no older than 21
• be seeking admission into first year
• choose an accredited public tertiary institution
• select a STEAM-related course

STEAM covers Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics.

Benefits include:

• financial support
• mentorship
• internship opportunities

The 2026/2027 application closed on May 8, 2026.

Next step: Students entering university in the next academic cycle should monitor FATE Foundation for the next call.

Official organisation: FATE Foundation

11. Jim Ovia Scholars Program

Status: Not currently open
Award: ₦250,000 per year

The Jim Ovia Scholars Program supports academically qualified Nigerian university students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

The programme is open to matriculated full-time university students who are Nigerian citizens and residents.

Successful beneficiaries receive ₦250,000 annually, renewable subject to the programme's requirements.

The Foundation's current website states that its 2025 scholarship application has closed.

Next step: Monitor the Jim Ovia Foundation for the next undergraduate application cycle.

Official page: Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarships

12. Federal Government Undergraduate Scholarships

Status: No current domestic application call listed
Undergraduate award: ₦450,000

The Federal Ministry of Education administers scholarship programmes for Nigerian students through the Federal Scholarship Board.

The revised scholarship structure provides ₦450,000 for undergraduate beneficiaries under the Nigerian Scholarship Award.

The revised framework also covers undergraduate categories in areas such as:

• Medicine
• Dentistry
• Nursing
• Physiotherapy
• vocational education
• HND programmes

and gives increased attention to STEMM fields and students with disabilities.

Applications are not permanently open.

Next step: Monitor the Federal Ministry of Education for a new domestic scholarship announcement.

Official page: Federal Scholarship Board

13. Presidential Amnesty Programme Scholarship

Status: 2026/2027 applications closed
Best for: Eligible Niger Delta beneficiaries

The Presidential Amnesty Programme supports eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students from the Niger Delta.

Undergraduate applicants for the 2026/2027 cycle needed to:

• be registered PAP beneficiaries or eligible individuals from impacted communities
• have a valid 2026 UTME result
• have complete O'Level results
• meet the programme's admission requirements

The scholarship covers:

• tuition
• accommodation
• monthly in-training allowance
• book allowance

The 2026/2027 portal currently states that applications are closed.

Next step: Monitor the PAP scholarship portal for the next application cycle.

Official page: PAP Scholarship Programme

14. NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship

Status: Not currently open

NLNG has supported Nigerian undergraduates through its education and scholarship programmes.

At the moment, there is no new nationwide 2026 undergraduate application open on its existing scholarship portal.

Students interested in NLNG funding should monitor its official channels for the next undergraduate scholarship announcement.

Next step: Check NLNG and its official scholarship portal when a new call is announced.

Official organisation: Nigeria LNG

Scholarships by Level of Study

Different scholarships target different academic levels.

Scholarships for 100 Level Students

Opportunities that may be relevant to newly admitted or first-year students include:

• Indomie Scholarship Programme
• MTN Top 10 UTME Scholarship
• FATE Scholar Programme when open
• PAP Scholarship for eligible new entrants
• Jim Ovia Scholars Program when applications open
• selected foundation scholarships

Read: Scholarships for 100 Level Students in Nigeria

Scholarships for 200 Level Students

The number of scholarship opportunities usually increases from 200 level.

Examples include:

• NNPC/Seplat
• Julius Berger Female Scholarship
• selected corporate scholarships
• foundation awards
• MTN Scholarship for eligible blind students

Read: Scholarships for 200 Level Students in Nigeria

Scholarships for 300 Level Students

300 level is particularly strong for corporate scholarships.

The regular MTN Science and Technology Scholarship, for example, targets eligible students entering or currently in 300 level.

Read: Scholarships for 300 Level Students in Nigeria

Scholarships for Polytechnic Students

Polytechnic students can also qualify for scholarships.

MTN accepts eligible students from Nigerian public polytechnics under its scholarship programmes, while other foundations also support polytechnic students.

Read: Scholarships for Polytechnic Students in Nigeria

Scholarships by Course

Scholarships for Engineering Students

Engineering students have access to several corporate and government scholarships.

Relevant programmes include:

• PTDF
• MTN Foundation
• Julius Berger
• NNPC/Seplat
• NNPCL/Chevron

PTDF's 2026 programme included courses such as Electrical, Telecommunications, Computer, Mechanical, Civil, Petroleum, Chemical, Software and Mechatronics Engineering.

Read: Scholarships for Engineering Students in Nigeria

Scholarships for Medical and Health Students

Medical and health students can qualify for programmes including:

• MTN Foundation
• NNPC/Seplat
• Federal Government scholarship categories
• selected foundation programmes

The revised Federal Government scholarship framework includes Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Physiotherapy, while MTN added additional scholarship slots for medical students in 2026.

Scholarships for Computer Science Students

Computer Science students can qualify for many STEM-based programmes.

Relevant opportunities include:

• MTN Science and Technology Scholarship
• PTDF
• NNPC/Seplat
• technology-focused foundation scholarships

PTDF's 2026 sponsored courses included Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering and Information Technology.

What CGPA Do You Need for Scholarships in Nigeria?

There is no universal scholarship CGPA requirement.

However, 3.5/5.0 is a useful target because several major scholarships use it.

Examples include:

• Julius Berger: 3.5/5.0
• NNPC/Seplat: 3.5+
• Gabriel Ezenri Foundation: 3.5/5.0 for existing students
• MTN STEM: 3.5/5.0 or 3.0/4.0 for eligible university and College of Education students

Some scholarships require less.

Others don't rely mainly on CGPA and instead consider:

• JAMB performance
• O'Level results
• financial need
• course of study
• gender
• disability
• leadership
• state or community
• extracurricular activities

So don't assume you need a First Class CGPA before applying.

Documents to Prepare for Scholarship Applications

Many scholarships repeatedly ask for similar documents.

Prepare clear digital copies of:

1. School ID card
2. JAMB admission letter
3. University admission letter
4. UTME result
5. WAEC/NECO result
6. Academic result or transcript
7. Passport photograph
8. NIN slip
9. Birth certificate or age declaration
10. State or Local Government certificate of origin
11. Recommendation letter where required
12. CV where required
13. Personal statement where required

Give your files clear names.

For example:

Academic_Transcript_YourName.pdf

is easier to identify than:

IMG_384826.pdf

How to Increase Your Chances of Winning a Scholarship

Apply only when you qualify

Read the eligibility criteria before starting an application.

A scholarship for 300-level Engineering students will not help a 100-level Business Administration student.

Prepare your documents early

Don't wait until the deadline to start looking for your admission letter or academic results.

Protect your CGPA

A CGPA around 3.5/5.0 or higher keeps you eligible for many competitive corporate scholarships.

Apply to several opportunities

Don't depend on one scholarship.

If you genuinely qualify for several programmes, apply to several.

Don't ignore smaller foundations

Popular scholarships can attract thousands of applications.

A smaller foundation scholarship may have fewer applicants and still provide meaningful financial support.

Avoid Scholarship Scams

Scholarship applications should normally be free.

Be careful if someone asks you to:

• pay a processing fee
• transfer money to a personal account
• buy an application PIN through WhatsApp
• pay to be shortlisted
• pay someone who promises guaranteed selection

Official scholarship providers such as Julius Berger, Seplat, PAP and Indomie state that their applications are free.

Always use the official organisation or scholarship portal.

Where to Find New Undergraduate Scholarships

Federal Ministry of Education

The Ministry publishes Nigerian and international scholarship opportunities.

Official page: Federal Ministry of Education

Scholastica

Several major Nigerian companies use Scholastica for scholarship applications.

Official page: Scholastica active scholarships

Company and Foundation Websites

Regularly monitor organisations such as:

• MTN Foundation
• PTDF
• Seplat Energy
• Chevron
• Julius Berger
• Jim Ovia Foundation
• Gabriel Ezenri Foundation
• NLNG

Don't depend only on WhatsApp screenshots or social media reposts.

When Should You Check for Scholarships?

There is no single scholarship season.

The 2026 application calendar shows how different the timing can be:

• NNPC/Seplat opened around February
• PTDF opened around April
• FATE Scholar closed in May
• several corporate scholarships opened around the middle of the year
• Gabriel Ezenri opened in September
• Indomie remains open until the end of September
• the new Dangote Foundation programme is scheduled to begin around October

The safest strategy is to check for scholarships throughout the year.

Final Advice

You don't need every scholarship.

You need the ones that match your:

level + course + institution + CGPA + background

A newly admitted student has different opportunities from a 300-level Engineering student.

As of September 15, 2026, current opportunities include the Julius Berger Female Scholarship, Indomie Scholarship Programme, Gabriel Ezenri Foundation Scholarship and Kponee-Shovein Scholars Award.

Other major programmes such as MTN, PTDF, NNPC/Seplat and Chevron have closed their latest application cycles but remain worth preparing for.

The newly announced Aliko Dangote Foundation programme is also worth watching as its planned October 2026 launch approaches.

Bookmark this page and check back regularly as scholarship applications open and close throughout the year.

FAQs

Which undergraduate scholarships are currently open in Nigeria?

As of September 15, 2026, current opportunities include Julius Berger Female Scholarship, Indomie Scholarship Programme, Gabriel Ezenri Foundation Scholarship and the Kponee-Shovein Scholars Award.

Which scholarship is open for newly admitted students?

The Indomie Scholarship Programme is currently open to eligible newly admitted students in public and state-owned tertiary institutions.

Deadline: September 30, 2026.

Apply: Indomie Scholarship Programme

Are there scholarships for 200-level students?

Yes.

Examples include the Julius Berger Female Scholarship and NNPC/Seplat Scholarship, while MTN also supports eligible blind students from 200 level.

Are there scholarships for 300-level students?

Yes.

The MTN Science and Technology Scholarship specifically targets eligible students entering or currently in 300 level.

Is MTN Scholarship still open?

No.

The 2026 submission portal is closed.

Monitor: MTN Foundation Scholarships

How much does MTN Scholarship pay?

The current MTN Foundation scholarship award is ₦300,000 per year, renewable subject to meeting the programme's requirements.

Is PTDF Scholarship still open?

No.

The 2026/2027 PTDF In-Country Scholarship application ran from April 27 to June 5, 2026.

Monitor: PTDF Scholarship Portal

When should I check for the next PTDF Scholarship?

Start monitoring around April 2027 if PTDF follows a similar schedule.

The next official dates have not yet been announced.

Is the NNPC/Seplat Scholarship open?

No.

The 2026 application ran from February 23 to March 13.

Monitor: NNPC/Seplat Undergraduate Scholarship

Is the Jim Ovia Scholarship open?

The Foundation's website currently states that the latest scholarship application has closed.

Monitor: Jim Ovia Foundation

Is there an Aliko Dangote Scholarship for university students?

Yes.

The Aliko Dangote Foundation has announced a scholarship programme targeting 30,000 students in the first phase across federal and state universities.

It is scheduled to commence in October 2026.

Official announcement: Aliko Dangote Foundation Scholarship announcement

Is NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship open?

There is currently no new nationwide 2026 undergraduate application open.

Students interested in the programme should monitor NLNG for the next official call.

How much is the Federal Government undergraduate scholarship?

The revised Nigerian Scholarship Award provides ₦450,000 for undergraduate beneficiaries.

Official information: Federal Scholarship Board

What CGPA do I need for scholarships in Nigeria?

It depends on the programme.

A 3.5/5.0 CGPA is a useful target because several major corporate scholarships use this requirement.

Other scholarships accept lower grades or use different criteria.

Can private university students apply for scholarships?

Yes, but it depends on the scholarship.

Some programmes accept students from private institutions, while others restrict applications to federal and state universities.

Always check the exact eligibility criteria.

Can Polytechnic students get scholarships?

Yes.

Programmes such as MTN accept eligible public-polytechnic students, while some foundations also support Polytechnic students.

Do I have to pay to apply for scholarships?

No legitimate scholarship should require payment to guarantee selection.

Use official application portals and avoid anyone asking for money to put your name on a shortlist.

Can I apply for more than one scholarship?

Usually yes, but check the rules of each programme.

Some scholarships may prevent recipients from holding another scholarship at the same time.

When is the best time to search for scholarships?

Throughout the year.

Different programmes open at different times, so check regularly rather than waiting for one particular scholarship season.

Find Scholarships for Your Level

Scholarships for 100 Level Students in Nigeria

Scholarships for 200 Level Students in Nigeria

Scholarships for 300 Level Students in Nigeria

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