Apply for the 2024/2025 Nigerian Scholarship Award to study at public universities, polytechnics, or monotechnics. Learn the fields covered, who can apply, and how to complete the process without mistakes. Keep reading to see full steps and deadlines.
The Federal Ministry of Education calls for applications for the 2024/2025 Nigerian Scholarship Award.
The scholarship supports full-time students in public universities, polytechnics, and monotechnics across Nigeria.
The goal is to help students continue their studies without financial worries.
Check the Eligibility Rules for Nigerian Scholarship Award
Postgraduate applicants must:
- Hold a first degree with at least Second Class Honours Upper Division
- Be registered as full-time students in Federal or State universities
Undergraduate (UG) and Higher National Diploma (HND) applicants must:
- Be registered as full-time students in the second year or above in Federal or State Universities, Polytechnics, or Monotechnics
- Hold a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale, or 5.0 on a 7-point scale, or its match
HND applicants must:
- Hold a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
All applicants must meet these rules to qualify.
Students with disabilities are also invited if they meet these conditions.
More information about other opportunities can be found at Federal Government Education Bursary Award (EBA) 2025.
Study Fields Covered by the Award
Fields accepted under this award are:
- Science and Technology
- Medicine and Medical Sciences
- Education
- Agriculture
- Liberal Arts, Social and Management Sciences
- Entrepreneurial Studies
- Information and Communication Technology
- Environmental Sciences
- Law
Applicants must pick courses from these listed fields.
Understand the Bursary Award Rules
Students applying for the bursary must:
- Be registered students studying Education in Nigerian Colleges of Education or Universities
- Be full-time students
- Be in their second year or higher
- Not hold any other scholarship
Every candidate must meet each point to be considered.
Follow the Method of Application
To apply:
- Visit the Federal Scholarship Board Home Page.
- Read the full guidelines carefully.
- Complete the application form online.
- Print the completed application form.
No candidate is allowed to submit more than one application.
Double applications will lead to disqualification.
Prepare and Attach Required Documents
Each applicant must upload:
- Letter of Admission from the school
- Current CGPA result
- Certificate of State of Origin
Documents must be clear and complete before submission.
Know the Portal Opening and Closing Dates
The registration portal opens on 18 April 2025.
The portal will close on 29 May 2025.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Read the Important Rules Before Applying
The awards are only for studies done in Nigeria.
The awards start from the beginning of the academic session.
No award holder can change course or school after receiving the award.
No award can be held with another award at the same time.
Breaking any of these rules can lead to loss of the award.
Find Help for Application Issues
For help, contact:
- Phone: 08077884418 or 08091155229
- Email: [email protected]
Every application must be made directly without middlemen.
No payment is needed for the application process.
Candidates should avoid fake agents who demand money.
The Nigerian Scholarship Award 2024-2025 offers support for those who wish to move forward in their education.
Start early, follow all rules, and submit the application correctly to have a strong chance.