NEPL/OERNL JV Tertiary Scholarship Program for 2026/2027 (NNPC/OANDO JV Scholarship)

The NEPL/OERNL Joint Venture invites suitably qualified applicants for its 2026/2027 Tertiary Scholarship Scheme, commencing Tuesday, March 3, 2026, and concluding on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Application Deadline:

• 1 April 2026

Tell Me About The Award:

The NEPL/OERNL Joint Venture Tertiary Scholarship Scheme is part of Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative. It provides financial support to Nigerian undergraduates in tertiary institutions, helping them complete their studies without financial strain.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

• Host/Transit Communities Merit Award: For indigenes of OANDO host/transit communities in Rivers, Bayelsa, Delta, and Imo States.
• National Merit Award: For non-host community applicants studying Engineering, Geology, Geosciences, and Agricultural Science.

Type:

• Undergraduate Scholarship | Merit-Based | Annual Funding.

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Be full-time undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary institutions.
• Be certified 100-level students (admitted in the 2024/2025 academic session).
• Be citizens of Nigeria.
• Not be beneficiaries of any other oil & gas industry scholarships.

Not eligible:

• Current beneficiaries of similar awards.
• Dependents of NAOC/NAE/AENR/NACPFA staff.

How are Applicants Selected?

• Applications are screened and shortlisted candidates are invited for an online aptitude test.
• Only candidates scoring ≥50% overall will be considered.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• Nigeria only.

Where will the Award be Taken?

• Nigerian tertiary institutions.

How Many Awards?

• Not specified (competitive selection).

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• Annual grant of ₦200,000 per student.
• Renewable until graduation, provided eligibility is maintained.

How Long Will the Award Last?

• From award selection until the final year of study.

Required Documents:

• Passport photograph (white background, ≤3 months old).
• School ID card.
• O-level certificate.
• Admission letter.
• Birth certificate.
• Proof of Local Government Area of origin.
• JAMB result.
• NAOC compliance declaration form.
• For Host Communities Merit Award:
  • Letter from Community Paramount Ruler.
  • Letter from CDC Chairman.

How to Apply:

1. Visit the scholarship portal: Scholastica Candidate Portal.
2. Click Apply Now and register an account.
3. Activate account via email.
4. Enter personal, educational, and national ID details.
5. Upload required documents (ensure clarity and accuracy).
6. Submit application before 1 April 2026.
7. Download the profile, have it signed by Head of Department, and re-upload it for verification.
8. Await confirmation via email/SMS.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details