The NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme (UGSS) is a merit-based programme created to support outstanding Nigerian students studying in public universities.
The initiative provides financial assistance, encourages academic excellence, and contributes to national development by empowering young scholars.
NLNG is inviting applications from qualified first-year undergraduates for the 2025/2026 academic session to apply for the 2025 edition of the scholarship.
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Benefits of NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme
Successful beneficiaries will receive ₦300,000 per academic year, renewable throughout the entire duration of their programme, provided they maintain the required academic standards.
Eligibility Requirements for NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens currently residing in Nigeria.
- Be full-time first-year undergraduates in a federal or state university for the 2025/2026 session.
- Have at least five O’Level credits (including Maths and English) obtained in one sitting.
- Score 200 and above in UTME.
- Be between 18 and 25 years old.
- Not be receiving any other scholarship or financial aid.
- Not have any direct relationship (child, ward, spouse) with an NLNG staff member.
Selection Process
All eligible applicants will be invited for a computer-based Online Proctored Test. After that, all the shortlisted candidates will later be asked to submit additional mandatory documents and the final awards will be given only to those who meet all eligibility and selection requirements.
Documents to Upload
- Recent passport photograph (no glasses)
- WAEC/NECO/SSCE certificate
- JAMB UTME result slip
- JAMB admission letter
- LGA identification
- Birth certificate
Application Deadline
December 12, 2025
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How to Apply
All interested and qualified applicants should apply online via https://ningscholarships.smapply.io/prog/ugss
All applicants are enjoined to ensure that all required fields are correctly filled and all documents uploaded.
For more information, visit the NLNG Scholarship webpage.
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