The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Education, has announced its 2024/2025 scholarship awards for eligible students in Nigerian tertiary institutions. These scholarships are managed by the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB)
Federal Government Scholarship 2024/2025
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Eligible Institutions: Federal or State Universities, Polytechnics, Monotechnics, and Colleges of Education
- Available Levels:
- Undergraduate (specific fields of study)
- Postgraduate (Masters and PhD for all fields)
- Application Deadline: One month from the date of announcement.
Eligible Fields of Study
Undergraduate Fields
- Engineering
- Geology
- Agriculture
- Sciences
- Mathematics
- Environmental Sciences
- Sports
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Architecture
- Medicine (limited)
- Pilot Engineering
- Neurology
Postgraduate Fields
Open to Masters Degree and PhD students in all academic disciplines.
Eligibility Requirements
Undergraduate Applicants
- Must be enrolled full-time at Federal or State tertiary institutions.
- Must possess a NIN slip.
- Minimum qualification of 7 As and Bs in WASSCE, including English and Mathematics.
- Must be in their 2nd year or higher of study.
- Age limit: 17 to 20 years old.
Postgraduate Applicants
- Must possess a First Degree with Second Class Upper (2.1) honors or higher.
- Age limit:
- Masters: 35 years or younger.
- PhD: 40 years or younger.
- PhD candidates must provide their NYSC discharge or exemption certificate.
NCE/HND Applicants
- Must maintain a CGPA of 3.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Required Documents
Applicants must upload the following:
- Letter of Admission
- CGPA result
- National Identity Number (NIN) slip
- State of Origin Certificate
For shortlisted candidates:
- Academic certificates
- Data page of a valid International Passport
- Medical Report from a government hospital
- Birth Certificate and Indigene Letter
- Police Clearance Certificate
How to Apply
- Visit the Application Portal: Federal Scholarship Board Portal.
- Complete and Print: Fill in the form carefully, following all provided guidelines.
- Avoid Disqualification: Ensure you submit only one application. Multiple submissions will result in disqualification.
Important Notes
- Beneficiaries must maintain a CGPA of 3.50 or higher to remain eligible.
- Changes in course or institution while on the scholarship are not permitted.
- Applications close one month after publication of this notice.
Take advantage of this opportunity to secure financial support for your education!
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