The 2026 NNPC–SNEPCo National University Scholarship invites eligible Nigerian undergraduates to apply for a yearly grant from their second year through completion of their degree. Applicants must attend a public, NUC-accredited Nigerian university and meet the academic and other eligibility requirements below.
Scholarship: 2026 NNPC–SNEPCo National University Scholarship
Eligible level: Full-time undergraduate students currently in their second year (200 level)
Eligible institutions: Public universities in Nigeria accredited by the NUC
Deadline: 30 November 2026
Award: Yearly grant through degree completion, subject to programme conditions. The official page does not state a cash amount.
Application fee: Free
Who can apply?
Applicants must meet all of these criteria:
- Be a Nigerian citizen.
- Be a full-time student currently in the second year of study at a public Nigerian university accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5-point scale, or the equivalent in another grading system.
- Not be a beneficiary of another scholarship from a national or international oil and gas industry entity.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The scheme is merit-based; meeting the minimum criteria does not guarantee an award.
Documents to prepare
- Recent passport photograph in JPEG format, no larger than 200 KB.
- University or JAMB admission letter.
- UTME result.
- O’ Level results and, where applicable, A’ Level, OND or NCE results.
- State-of-origin identification showing local government of origin.
- Academic results/CGPA after completing 100 level.
- Government Official Declaration form, completed as instructed.
Applicants are also instructed to download their Scholastica profile after applying, have it signed by their Head of Department, and upload the signed profile for verification. If your National Identification Number (NIN) is not available when you begin, the portal instructions say to update the application with it later.
How to apply
- Open the official Scholastica scheme page and select Apply Now.
- Register or sign in, then complete your personal and education details.
- Upload the requested documents and review every file and detail before submitting.
- After submission, check your Scholastica account and email for confirmation.
- Download your profile, obtain your Head of Department’s signature and upload the signed copy as instructed.
- Update your application with your NIN if you did not provide it earlier.
Apply on the official Scholastica portal
Selection and important notes
Only eligible candidates will be invited to a monitored computer-based test. The scholarship application is free, emailed applications are not accepted, and SNEPCo says it does not appoint agents. Do not pay anyone who offers to secure the scholarship for you. Successful scholars must maintain at least a 3.5 CGPA per session and meet the award conditions.
Submit by 30 November 2026 and review the live portal for the current requirements before applying.
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