Nigerian Scholarship Awards 2025
Eligibility Rules for the Nigerian Scholarship and Bursary Awards 2025
Updated for Postgraduate, Undergraduate, and HND Students in Nigeria,
The Nigerian Scholarship Award 2025 offers an excellent opportunity for ambitious Nigerian students pursuing tertiary education. Overseen by the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB) under the Federal Ministry of Education, this scholarship provides financial assistance to qualified full-time students enrolled in approved institutions within Nigeria. If you’re pursuing a degree or diploma and aiming for academic excellence, read on to ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and understand how to apply successfully. In this detailed guide, we break down everything you need to know about the Nigerian Scholarship Award: eligibility rules, accepted fields of study, application process, required documents, deadlines, and important rules every candidate must follow.
Are you a Nigerian student looking for financial support to pursue your studies in 2025? The Nigerian Scholarship Award and Federal Government Education Bursary Award (EBA) 2025 are now open for application. These initiatives aim to ease the financial burden on brilliant and deserving students enrolled in public tertiary institutions across the country.
This guide will walk you through the eligibility criteria, study fields covered, application method, and documents required to successfully apply for these government-sponsored awards. Whether you’re pursuing a postgraduate degree, undergraduate program, or Higher National Diploma (HND), here’s everything you need to know.
Who is Eligible for the Nigerian Scholarship Award?
1. Postgraduate Applicants
To be eligible as a postgraduate applicant, you must meet the following requirements:
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Possess a First Degree with at least Second Class Honours (Upper Division).
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Be registered as a full-time student in any Federal or State university in Nigeria.
2. Undergraduate (UG) and Higher National Diploma (HND) Applicants
For undergraduate and HND applicants, the conditions are slightly different but equally important:
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You must be a full-time student in your second year or above.
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Your institution must be a Federal or State University, Polytechnic, or Monotechnic.
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You must have a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale, or 5.0 on a 7-point scale, or its equivalent.
3. HND Applicants (Additional Criteria)
In addition to the general undergraduate rules, HND students must:
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Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
4. Students with Disabilities
The Federal Government encourages students with disabilities to apply for this award. However, they must still meet the general eligibility criteria applicable to their category (postgraduate, undergraduate, or HND).
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Courses Covered Under the Nigerian Scholarship Award
Applicants are only eligible if they are studying specific courses deemed priority fields by the Nigerian government. These fields include:
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Science and Technology
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Medicine and Medical Sciences
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Education
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Agriculture
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Liberal Arts, Social and Management Sciences
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Entrepreneurial Studies
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Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
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Environmental Sciences
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Law
Ensure your course of study falls under these disciplines before applying. Applicants outside of these study fields will not be considered.
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Bursary Award Eligibility – What You Need to Know
In addition to the Nigerian Scholarship Award, the Federal Government Education Bursary Award (EBA) supports students who are pursuing degrees specifically in Education.
To qualify for the bursary, applicants must:
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Be enrolled in Nigerian Colleges of Education or Universities.
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Be full-time students.
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Be in their second year or higher.
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Not hold any other scholarship award.
Each of these points is non-negotiable—failing to meet one will make you ineligible.
Application Guidelines: Step-by-Step
Here’s how to apply for the Nigerian Scholarship or Bursary Award for 2025:
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Visit the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB) website.
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Go to the official Federal Scholarship Board Home Page for full access to application details.
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Read the full application guidelines carefully.
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This ensures you understand every requirement before submitting your form.
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Fill out the application form online.
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Make sure to complete each section accurately.
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Print a copy of your completed form.
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This is needed for your records and may be required during document verification.
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Important Warning:
Each candidate is only allowed to submit one application. Duplicate submissions will result in automatic disqualification.
Required Documents for Upload
While completing your application, you’ll need to upload some essential documents. Although not all have been listed in the brief above, typical required documents for such awards usually include:
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Admission Letter
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Current Student ID Card
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Academic Transcripts or CGPA Verification
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Passport Photograph
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Certificate of Origin
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National Identification Number (NIN)
Ensure you scan and upload clear, authentic, and verifiable copies of your documents. Falsified documents can lead to disqualification and legal consequences.
Deadline and Notifications
Although the official closing date hasn’t been stated in the summary above, applications like this often have a strict deadline. Keep checking the Federal Scholarship Board website and PolityZen’s Scholarship Updates page for new developments.
Shortlisted candidates will likely be contacted via email or SMS and invited for screening and verification. Ensure your contact details are accurate and reachable.
Final Tips Before You Apply
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Read and understand all guidelines before submission.
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Verify your CGPA with your department to avoid errors.
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Ensure your course of study falls under the approved fields.
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Avoid multiple entries to stay eligible.
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Conclusion
The Nigerian Scholarship Award and Education Bursary Award 2025 provide much-needed support for academically strong and financially challenged students. By meeting the eligibility criteria, preparing your documents, and applying properly, you give yourself a fair chance to win this highly competitive but life-changing award.
If you’re serious about funding your education and reducing financial pressure, take action today by starting your application. The future belongs to those who prepare for it—this could be your moment.
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