Apply Now: NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship for Nigerians 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme, offering Nigerian undergraduates the chance to receive financial support while pursuing their studies in accredited tertiary institutions.

The scholarship provides a ₦300,000 annual award, renewable based on academic performance, and is aimed at helping students excel academically while contributing to national development.

This guide covers everything you need to know eligibility requirements, benefits, required documents, and step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Summary

• Host Country: Nigeria

• Category: Undergraduate Scholarships

• Eligible Countries: Nigeria

• Reward: ₦300,000 per year

• IELTS Required: No

• Application Deadline: December 12, 2025

About the NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship

The NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme supports exceptional first-year students enrolled in Nigerian universities for the 2025/2026 academic session. NLNG encourages applications from all eligible students, including Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs).

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be a Nigerian citizen residing in Nigeria.

• Be a full-time first-year undergraduate student in a federal or state-owned university for the 2024/2025 academic session.

• Have at least five O-Level credits, including Mathematics and English, in one sitting (WASC, SSCE, or NECO).

• Be between 18 and 25 years old at the time of application.

• Not be a recipient of any other scholarship, bursary, or grant.

• Not be a spouse, child, or direct relative of an NLNG staff member.

Scholarship Benefits

Selected students will receive ₦300,000 per year, renewable based on academic performance.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare the following:

• Completed application form

• Recent passport photograph (white background, 450px x 450px, max 200kb)

• O-Level and UTME results

• JAMB admission letter and university student ID

• Birth certificate issued by the National Population Commission

• Local Government Area (LGA) letter of identification

• National ID Number (NIN) slip

How to Apply (Step by Step)

1. Click the green button below to visit the NLNG Scholarship website.

2. Register using your email and mobile number.

3. Fill in all required fields online.

4. Upload your passport photo and copies of WAEC/NECO/SSCE, JAMB results, admission letter, LGA ID, and birth certificate.

5. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to take a computer-based online proctored test.

6. After the test, qualified candidates will be requested to submit additional mandatory documents.

7. Scholarships are awarded only to applicants who meet all eligibility and selection requirements.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

Application Deadline: December 12, 2025