PTDF Shortlisted Candidates for 2026/2027 Overseas Scholarship Interviews; The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has started sending invitation letters to shortlisted candidates for the 2026/2027 Overseas Scholarship Scheme (OSS) MSc and Ph.D. selection interviews.
This update marks the next stage in the scholarship process, as shortlisted applicants are now being invited to attend physical interviews in Abuja.
PTDF Interview Details for Shortlisted Candidates
Shortlisted applicants are scheduled to attend physical interviews at the PTDF Building, Central Business District, Abuja.
According to the official notice, the interview sessions will begin on Thursday, 16 April 2026, at 09:00 AM. The schedule is fixed, and candidates are expected to attend at the specified time.
Arrival Time at the Interview Venue
The PTDF has advised all invited candidates to arrive at least 30 minutes before their scheduled interview time.
Arriving early will allow enough time for accreditation and verification, which forms part of the official interview process.
Required Documents for the PTDF Scholarship Interview
All invited candidates must present their original documents for verification during the interview.
Mandatory Documents to Bring
Candidates are required to come along with the following documents:
- O’ Level Results (WAEC/NECO or equivalent)
- B.Sc. Certificate
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Letter
- Local Government Identification
- Master’s Degree Certificate (Mandatory for Ph.D. candidates)
- Evidence of Professional Membership (Where applicable)
Candidates should ensure that all listed documents are available and properly arranged before attending the interview.
What the Scholarship Scheme Is Meant to Support
The PTDF Scholarship Programme is designed to develop indigenous manpower for the Nigerian oil and gas industry.
The PTDF Scholarship Team has also expressed its best wishes to all shortlisted candidates as they move forward to this stage of the selection process
