The NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme (UGSS) is one of the most important scholarship opportunities for first-year university students in Nigeria. It offers financial support to eligible students so they can focus on their studies without worrying too much about school costs. It is open to full-time first-year undergraduates in the 2025/2026 academic session at public universities in Nigeria.
In this post, Studentsdash explains how to apply, what you need, and what happens after you apply.
1. Confirm You Are Eligible
Before you start your application, check that you meet the requirements:
- You must be a citizen of Nigeria and currently living in the country.
- You must be a full-time first-year undergraduate student in the 2025/2026 session at a federal or state-owned university.
- You must have at least five credits in your O’Level results, including Mathematics and English, in one sitting (WAEC, NECO, or SSCE).
- You must have scored a minimum of 200 in the JAMB UTME.
- You must be between 18 and 25 years old at the time of application.
- You must not be receiving another scholarship or grant from any other organisation.
- You must not be a spouse, child, ward, or immediate relative of NLNG staff.
If you meet these conditions, you can proceed with the application.
2. Prepare the Required Documents
Before filling the online form, make sure you have clear digital copies of the following:
- A recent passport photo (no glasses, white background).
- Your O’Level exam results (WAEC, NECO, SSCE).
- Your JAMB UTME result.
- Your JAMB admission letter.
- Your birth certificate issued by the National Population Commission.
- Local Government Area (LGA) identification letter.
- National Identification Number (NIN) slip.
- Your University student ID card.
Having these documents ready before you start will make the process smooth and reduce mistakes.
3. Go to the Official NLNG Scholarship Portal
To apply, you must use the official scholarship application portal. Applications are made online only through the NLNG scholarship website.
The application link is usually hosted on the NLNG portal run by a third-party platform. When you access the portal:
- Create an account using your own email address and phone number.
- Activate your account through the email confirmation link sent to you.
- Log in and fill in all personal and academic information accurately.
- Upload all the required scanned documents.
Make sure the names and information you submit match exactly what is on your official documents.
4. Submit Your Application Before the Deadline
Once you’ve filled in the form and uploaded all required documents, submit your application before the closing date.
For the 2025/2026 NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship, the deadline for submitting completed applications is December 12, 2025.
It’s important to submit early. Waiting until the last minute can lead to mistakes or technical problems.
5. Take the Selection Test (If Shortlisted)
After you submit your application:
- NLNG will review all applications and select eligible candidates.
- Only shortlisted applicants will be invited to take a computer-based online proctored selection test.
- If you are invited, read all instructions carefully and prepare for the test. Details about test date and format will be sent to you, usually by email.
- Candidates who perform well in the selection test will be asked to submit additional documents for final verification.
Scholarship awards are given only to students who meet all eligibility requirements and successfully complete all selection stages.
Final Tips from Studentsdash
- Apply early and avoid waiting until the last week before the deadline.
- Double-check your documents before uploading them.
- Ensure your email address and phone number are correct and active most updates come by email.
- Prepare for the online selection test if you are shortlisted.
This scholarship is competitive, but careful preparation increases your chances.
Need More Help?
If you want step-by-step guidance, help with document preparation, or updates on scholarships like this one, you can contact Studentsdash for support and reliable information.
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