The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo) have opened applications for the 2026 National University Scholarship Award, offering undergraduates annual grants until graduation.
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The scholarship is open to full-time second-year students in public Nigerian universities. Applicants need a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 on a five-point scale or equivalent.
The programme promotes academic excellence and skills development. Female students are strongly encouraged to apply.
Candidates will receive a yearly grant from their second year until graduation, provided they meet the award conditions. Beneficiaries must maintain at least a 3.5 CGPA or equivalent in every academic session.
Eligibility requirements
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens.
- Be full-time second-year students at public universities with courses accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a five-point scale or equivalent.
- Not receive another scholarship from an oil and gas industry organisation, whether national or international.
Documents required
Prepare a passport photograph, university or Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) admission letter, Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result, O’Level results and applicable A-Level, Ordinary National Diploma (OND) or National Certificate in Education (NCE) results. Applicants also need a state-of-origin identification letter showing their local government area, 100-level academic results and a completed government official declaration form.
Selection and deadline
Eligible applicants will be invited for a monitored computer-based test. The top 10 candidates from each state and the Federal Capital Territory will undergo academic verification. Applications close on November 30, 2026. Applying is free, and SNEPCo has no authorised agents. The award cannot be transferred to another university or course of study.
How to apply
Visit the Scholastica portal: https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/NNPCLTDSNEPCo26. Create an account, activate it through your email and sign in. Complete your personal and academic details, upload the required documents and declaration form, then submit. Download your application profile, obtain your Head of Department’s signature and upload the signed copy. Ensure your details match your documents. Applicants without a National Identification Number (NIN) should enrol with the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC).
