~ NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship ~
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is now accepting applications from suitably qualified students for its NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship. It is a fully funded scholarship for all students.
About Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)
The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the state oil corporation that was established on April 1, 1977.
In addition to its exploration activities, the Corporation was given powers and operational interests in refining, petrochemicals, and products transportation as well as marketing.
Between 1978 and 1989, NNPC constructed refineries in Warri, Kaduna, and Port Harcourt and took over the 35,000-barrel Shell Refinery established in Port Harcourt in 1965.
Requirements for NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship
To qualify for consideration, applicants must be:
1. Registered Full-Time undergraduates in Nigerian Tertiary Institutions.
2. Certified 100-level students at the time of application (Only students admitted in the 2026/2027 academic session).
NOTE: The following categories of students should not apply:
1. 200 level students and above.
2. Current beneficiaries of similar awards from other companies and agencies.
3. Dependents of NAOC/NAE/AENR/NACPFA.
Only Indigenes of NAOC Host/Transit Communities in Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, and Imo State should apply for the Host Communities Merit Award.
Only applicants studying Engineering, Geology, Geosciences, and Agricultural Science are eligible for the National Merit Award.
NOTE: The aptitude test will take place either online (remotely) or at designated centres to be communicated to shortlisted applicants.
Applicants are to indicate at the point of application whether they wish to write the test online in their own comfort or at designated test centres (cost of transportation to the centres to be borne by applicants).
Application Requirement
1. Passport photograph with white background, not over 3 months old (450px by 450px, not more than 200kb).
2. School ID Card.
3. O’level Certificate.
4. Admission Letter.
5. Birth Certificate.
6. Proof of Local Government Area of Origin.
7. Letter from Community Paramount Ruler (Only Applicants for Host Communities Merit Award).
8. Letter from CDC Chairman (Only Applicants for Host Communities Merit Award).
9. JAMB Result
Application Deadline
July 8, 2027
FAQs
1. What is the Fully Funded NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship 2026?
The Fully Funded NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship 2026 is a financial aid program sponsored by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) in partnership with its Joint Venture (JV) partners. The scholarship is designed to support outstanding Nigerian undergraduate students in accredited tertiary institutions by covering tuition fees and providing annual stipends for the duration of the award.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship 2026?
Eligibility typically includes:
Being a Nigerian citizen
Gaining admission into an accredited Nigerian university
Being a full-time undergraduate student (usually in 100 or 200 level at the time of application)
Meeting the required minimum CGPA (as specified in the official guidelines)
Not being a beneficiary of any other oil and gas scholarship
Applicants must also meet specific academic and documentation requirements outlined in the official scholarship announcement.
3. What does the NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship cover?
The scholarship is fully funded and generally covers:
Annual tuition fees
Book allowance
Living expenses stipend
The award is usually renewable each year based on the recipient’s academic performance and adherence to the scholarship terms and conditions.
4. How can I apply for the Fully Funded NNPC JV Tertiary Scholarship 2026?
Interested candidates must apply online through the official NNPC or JV partner scholarship portal when the application window opens. Applicants are required to:
Complete the online application form
Upload required documents (e.g., admission letter, school ID, academic results, passport photograph)
Submit before the stated deadlin