TKA Solid Foundation Scholarship offers 50 scholarships for students seeking admission to Nigerian public universities and polytechnics in 2027. Priority is given to students from low-income families.
Application Deadline & Key Dates:
- Application Closing Date: 20 December 2026 at 11:59 PM West Africa Time (WAT) (Applications opened on 1 October 2026).
- Physical Screening Test Date: Saturday, 13 March 2027 at 9:00 AM WAT (Held in Lagos State; exact venue details sent to shortlisted candidates by email).
Tell Me About The Program:
The Timothy Kolawole Adebanjo (TKA) Solid Foundation Scholarship Program is a national educational relief initiative created to assist prospective Nigerian tertiary students. Powered by TKA Solid Foundations—a non-profit organization dedicated to community building and humanitarian relief—the program aims to reduce financial barriers for 50 talented prospective undergraduates from low-income families seeking admission into public universities or polytechnics in Nigeria for the 2027 academic session.
Which Fields are Eligible:
- All Accredited Degree & Diploma Courses across Arts, Commercial, Social Sciences, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), and Health Sciences offered at public higher institutions in Nigeria.
Type:
Fully Funded Undergraduate Tertiary Entrance Scholarship & Bursary Scheme
Who can Apply:
- Target Audience: Prospective Nigerian undergraduates seeking admission into a Nigerian public university or polytechnic for the 2027 academic session (currently enrolled/attending tertiary students are ineligible).
- O’Level Status: Must possess WAEC (or equivalent) examination results obtained between 2024 and 2027 (Awaiting Results / “AR” candidates are fully eligible to apply).
- JAMB Requirement: Must be registered or planning to register for the 2027 JAMB UTME examination cycle.
- Screening Availability: Must be available to take the physical TKA Foundation Screening Test in Lagos State on 13 March 2027.
- Socio-Economic Background: Priority consideration is given to applicants from low-income or financially disadvantaged family backgrounds.
How Applicants Are Selected:
- Online Form Screening: Initial verification of age, O’Level qualifications, target JAMB choices, and socio-economic eligibility.
- Physical Screening Test: Shortlisted applicants sit for an in-person academic examination in Lagos State on 13 March 2027, testing subjects aligned with their academic field (Arts, Commercial, or Science).
- Final Award Allocation: Top-performing candidates from low-income backgrounds are awarded final scholarship packages.
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Nigeria (Open to residents across all 36 states and the FCT willing to take the screening test in Lagos State).
Where will the Program be Taken:
Any accredited Public University or Polytechnic in Nigeria.
How Many Fellows / Grantees:
50 Fully Funded Scholarships awarded for the 2027 intake cohort.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Tuition & School Fees: 100% coverage of official institutional fees at a public university or polytechnic.
- Bursary Allowance: Regular financial stipends to ease education-related costs.
- Learning Resources: Complete provision of required textbooks, study materials, and academic stationery.
How Long Will it Last:
Covers the duration of the undergraduate degree or diploma program, subject to satisfactory academic progression.
Required Application Details:
No document uploads or candidate accounts are required on the portal. Applicants submit:
- Personal and contact information.
- Parent/Guardian background and contact details.
- Secondary school information and graduation date.
- O’Level subject grades (or ‘AR’ for awaiting results).
- 2027 JAMB institution and course choices (1st through 4th choice).
- Selection of desired screening test subject combination (e.g., Code 101 through 106).
How to Apply:
- Visit the official TKA Solid Foundations Scholarship Portal.
- Confirm your eligibility status and select your intended subject combination for the Lagos screening test.
- Complete the online form with your personal details, parent/guardian info, O’Level subjects, and target 2027 JAMB university/polytechnic courses.
- Review and accept the applicant agreement and consent sections.
- Complete the anti-spam verification and submit your application before the closing deadline on 20 December 2026 at 11:59 PM WAT.
- Save your Application Reference Number generated immediately upon submission and monitor your email for screening test venue confirmation.
