NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship 2026 for Nigerian Undergraduates

NNPC Limited and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo), with their co-venture partners, invite applications for the 2026 NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship Award. The scheme supports high-achieving Nigerian undergraduates from their second year until they graduate.

This scholarship is open to Nigerian students only.

Award value

• ₦250,000 per academic session
• Renewed every year until you graduate, as long as you keep up good academic performance

Who can apply

• Nigerian citizen (permanent residents are not eligible)
• Full-time 200 level (second year) student at an NUC-accredited public university in Nigeria
• At least two semesters of official results
• Minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale (or equivalent) from your 100 level results
• Not receiving any other scholarship from an oil and gas company, in Nigeria or abroad
• Qualified female students are especially encouraged to apply

All courses of study are eligible.

Documents you need

Scan and upload:

1. A recent passport photograph (JPEG, white background, under 200 KB)
2. University admission letter and JAMB admission letter
3. UTME result slip
4. O'Level results (WAEC, NECO or NABTEB), plus A'Level, OND or NCE results if you came in through direct entry
5. 100 level CGPA statement or transcript covering both semesters
6. Letter of identification from your state of origin or local government
7. Completed and signed Government Official Declaration Form
8. National Identification Number (NIN), if available

How to apply

1. Download the Government Official Declaration Form from the application portal, have it signed by an authorised official and scan it.
2. Register on the Scholastica application portal with a working email address and phone number.
3. Complete your profile, including your state of origin, university, course and CGPA.
4. Upload all documents in the required format and size.
5. Review and submit before 30 November 2026.

Selection process

Shortlisted candidates are invited to a computer-based aptitude test covering:

• Numerical reasoning
• Verbal reasoning
• Abstract reasoning

Successful candidates receive an email and an award letter.

Key date

Tips

• Start early. Getting the declaration form signed and your state identification letter can take time.
• Check your file sizes. Large or unclear scans can stop your application from uploading.
• Practise aptitude tests. Work through numerical, verbal and abstract reasoning practice questions before the test.
• Use an email address you check often, so you don't miss your test invitation.
• Applying is free. Never pay anyone who promises to help you win this scholarship.