Deadline
2025-04-27
Value of Scholarship
Full Scholarship, Living Stipends & Travel Costs
Country Tenable
Nigeria
Renewable
No
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and Nigerian Agip Exploration (NAE) Limited are jointly offering the NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship for the 2025/2026 academic session. This fully funded scholarship is designed for qualified Nigerian students seeking to pursue their postgraduate degrees either locally or internationally. It covers tuition, accommodation, and living expenses.
As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Nigerian Agip Exploration (NAE) Limited, on behalf of the NNPC/NAE Production Sharing Contract (PSC), is committed to the development of skilled manpower in Nigeria.
Applications are now open for suitably qualified Nigerian graduates. The scholarship is available in two categories:
- Overseas Scholarship – For studies at a reputable international university.
- Local Scholarship – For studies at an accredited Nigerian university.
NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship Requirements
To be eligible for the NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold a minimum of a second-class upper (2:1) bachelor’s degree from a recognized Nigerian university.
- Have secured admission into a Nigerian or overseas university (depending on the category applied for) for a one-year Master’s degree program in an eligible discipline.
- Be 28 years old or younger by December 31, 2025.
- Have successfully completed the one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program.
- Possess a valid international passport (for overseas applicants), which must remain valid for at least one year from September 2025.
Scholarship Duration and Benefits
The NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship is a fully funded award covering tuition, accommodation, and living expenses for a one-year postgraduate study at a Nigerian or international university.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents:
- Recent passport photograph (450 × 450 pixels) with a white background, taken within the last six months.
- Provisional admission letter for the 2024/2025 academic session from a recognized university (local or overseas). The course stated in the admission letter must match the one on the application.
- First-degree certificate (Bachelor’s degree).
- NYSC discharge certificate.
- Valid identification card (Driver’s license, Voter’s card, or National Identity card).
- International passport data page (for overseas applicants) with validity of at least one year from September 2024.
- Birth certificate issued by a Local Government Authority.
- NAE Compliance Declaration Form.
How to Apply for the NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship (Step-by-Step Guide)
Follow the steps below to successfully apply for the NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship:
Visit the Application Portal
- Click the button below to access the official scholarship application website.
Download the NAE Compliance Declaration Form
- This form is required as part of your application process.
Start Your Application
- On the application page, click on the “Apply Now” tab.
Register and Verify Your Account
- Click “Register Now” to create an account.
- Verify your email address to proceed.
Log In and Complete Your Profile
- Sign in using your registered email and password.
- Fill in the required details and upload all necessary documents.
Apply for Both Categories (If Applicable)
- Applicants for the Overseas Scholarship are encouraged to also apply for the Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award.
Ensure Name Consistency
- Your name on the application must match the names on all submitted documents.
- If there is any discrepancy, upload a sworn affidavit or name change certificate.
Review Uploaded Documents
- Double-check all uploaded documents to ensure clarity and accuracy.
Verify Application Details
- Carefully review your application to avoid errors before submission.
Submit Your Application
- Click “Apply Now” to finalize and submit your application.
Confirmation Email
- After successful submission, you will receive an email confirming your application.
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