Nigeria NNPC – SNEPCo National University Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

Nigeria NNPC – SNEPCo National University Scholarship 2025 (Fully Funded)

The NNPC – SNEPCo National University Scholarship Award 2025 is now open for applications. The Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), in partnership with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited and its co-venture partners, invites eligible Nigerian undergraduates to apply for this prestigious merit-based scholarship.

This scholarship aims to promote academic excellence and support the development of young Nigerians by providing annual financial grants from the second year of study until graduation.

Degree Level

• The scholarship is open to undergraduate students (Bachelor’s degree level) in Nigerian public universities.
• Students must be in their second year (200 level) of full-time study to qualify.

Available Subjects

The NNPC/SNEPCo scholarship covers all disciplines approved by the National Universities Commission (NUC). This includes but is not limited to:

• Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, Chemical, etc.)

• Natural and Applied Sciences (Geology, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics)

• Environmental Sciences

• Agricultural Sciences

• Social Sciences (Economics, Sociology, Political Science, etc.)

• Management and Business Studies

• Law

• Education and other NUC-accredited fields.

Benefits

• Full financial support throughout undergraduate studies.

• Renewable yearly, provided recipients maintain the minimum academic requirement.

• Open to students in all NUC-accredited public universities in Nigeria.

• Encourages female students to apply and pursue their studies with confidence.

Eligible Nationalities

• The scholarship is strictly for Nigerian citizens.

• Applicants must also provide proof of their State and Local Government of Origin.

• Nigerians studying abroad or in private universities in Nigeria are not eligible.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the 2025 NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be a Nigerian citizen.

• Be in their second year (200 level) of full-time study at a public Nigerian university accredited by the NUC.

• Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent.

• Not currently benefit from any other scholarship in the oil and gas industry (national or international).

• Female students are strongly encouraged to apply.

Selection Process

• Only applications submitted online through the official portal will be considered.

• Eligible candidates will take a proctored computer-based test.

• The top 10 candidates from each state and the FCT will undergo academic verification.

• Candidates must maintain the required CGPA of 3.5 throughout their study to retain the award.

Application Procedure

Applications are processed only through the official platform: Scholastica Portal.

Steps to Apply:

1. Create an account and activate it via your email.

2. Complete your personal and educational details.

3. Upload the following documents:

   • Passport-sized photograph (JPEG, white background, max 200kb).

   • University or JAMB admission letter.

   • UTME result.

   • O’ Level and A’ Level/OND/NCE results (as applicable).

   • Academic results (100 level CGPA).

   • State/Local Government of Origin identification letter.

   • Completed Government Official Declaration Form.

4. Confirm details, submit the application, and download your profile for HOD’s signature.

5. Upload the signed profile for verification.

Deadline: Applications must be submitted on or before August 29, 2025.

 Note:

• The application is free of charge.

• Only online submissions via Scholastica will be accepted.

• Beware of fraudulent websites or agents requesting payment.

Final Thoughts

The 2025 NNPC – SNEPCo National University Scholarship is one of the most competitive and prestigious undergraduate scholarships in Nigeria. It provides much-needed financial support for outstanding students and helps nurture the next generation of Nigerian leaders.

Interested students are encouraged to apply early through the official Scholastica platform and carefully follow the outlined application process to avoid disqualification.

Apply now at:https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/NNPCLTDSNEPCo25