NNPC/SNEPCo University Scholarship 2026. Applications are now open for the 2026 NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship Programme, which provides financial support to eligible Nigerian undergraduates studying at public universities.
The scholarship is sponsored by Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), in partnership with Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and their co-venture partners.
Successful applicants will receive an annual scholarship grant from their second year of university education until the completion of their degree programme, provided they continue to meet the academic requirements.
The application deadline is November 30, 2026.
NNPC/SNEPCo University Scholarship 2026 Eligibility Requirements
The scholarship is open to Nigerian undergraduates who satisfy the following conditions:
- Nationality: Applicants must be Nigerian citizens.
- Institution: Candidates must be enrolled in a public Nigerian university accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
- Level of study: Applicants must be in their second year (200 level) of full-time undergraduate study.
- Academic performance: Candidates must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 on a five-point scale or its equivalent under another grading system.
- Other scholarships: Applicants must not be beneficiaries of another scholarship from a national or international organisation operating in the oil and gas industry.
Female undergraduates are particularly encouraged to apply.
NNPC/SNEPCo Scholarship Selection Process
The selection process involves eligibility screening, a monitored computer-based test and academic verification.
Only candidates who satisfy the initial eligibility requirements will be invited to participate in the monitored CBT examination.
Following the test, the ten highest-ranked candidates from each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory will be shortlisted for academic verification before scholarship awards are made.
Applicants should ensure that all information and academic documents submitted are genuine. Candidates found to have presented falsified results will be disqualified.
Maintaining the Scholarship
Receiving the scholarship does not automatically guarantee continued funding throughout the degree programme.
Successful candidates must maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a five-point scale, or its equivalent, in every academic session to remain eligible for the award.
Documents Required for the NNPC/SNEPCo Scholarship Application
Applicants should prepare the following information and supporting documents before starting the online application:
- A valid personal email address and telephone number.
- A recent passport photograph in JPEG format, not exceeding 200 KB.
- University admission letter or JAMB admission letter.
- Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result.
- O’Level results.
- A’Level, OND or NCE results, where applicable.
- State-of-origin identification letter showing the applicant’s local government area of origin.
- Academic transcript or results showing the CGPA obtained after completing 100 level.
Candidates should ensure that scanned documents are clear and that their personal and academic information matches the details on their official records.
How to Apply for the NNPC/SNEPCo University Scholarship 2026
Eligible undergraduates must submit their applications online through the official NNPC/SNEPCo scholarship application portal.
Follow these steps:
- Visit the official scholarship application portal.
- Create an account or sign in as instructed.
- Enter the required personal and academic information.
- Upload the requested supporting documents.
- Review all information to ensure it is accurate.
- Submit the application and retain any confirmation details provided.
Applications submitted through unofficial channels will not be considered under the stated application procedure.
Application deadline: November 30, 2026.
Applicants should consult the official scholarship portal for the application link, detailed instructions and further announcements.
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