Oyo State indigenes are invited to apply for the Oyo State Bursary Award. Apply Below:
Application Deadline:
- 2 November 2026 at 11:59 PM WAT
Tell Me About The Program:
The Oyo State Government 2025/2026 Bursary Award is a financial support initiative managed by the Oyo State Scholarship Board. Designed to alleviate financial pressures on final-year students, the bursary provides monetary assistance to eligible indigenes of Oyo State pursuing their final year of tertiary education in public institutions across Nigeria.
Which Fields are Eligible:
- Final-year programs in undergraduate studies, Higher National Diploma (HND), National Certificate in Education (NCE), clinical programs, aviation, and maritime studies.
- Exclusion: Final-year law students and part-time students are not eligible.
Type:
Government Financial Bursary Award
Who can Apply:
- Indigene Status: Must be an official indigene of Oyo State (verified via local government identification).
- Academic Level: Must be in the final year of study.
- Institution Type: Must attend an accredited Nigerian public university or public tertiary institution (private institutions are excluded).
- Study Mode: Must be a full-time student (part-time students and those studying overseas are ineligible).
- Union Membership: Must hold proof of membership in the Federation of Oyo State Student Union (FOSSU).
How are Applicants Selected:
Applications are reviewed and verified by the Oyo State Scholarship Board based on proof of state indigene status, valid final-year academic enrollment, public institution attendance, and complete documentation.
Which Countries Are Eligible:
Nigeria (specifically for Nigerian public tertiary institutions).
Where will the Program be Taken:
Public tertiary institutions within Nigeria.
How Many Fellows:
Multiple final-year indigenes supported annually based on state bursary allocations.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Direct financial bursary grant to assist final-year students with academic and living expenses.
How Long Will it Last:
One-off financial support for the final academic year.
How to Apply:
- Ensure you meet all eligibility requirements and register with the Federation of Oyo State Student Union (FOSSU) if not already registered.
- Prepare scanned copies of required documents:
- Official letter of admission
- Local government identification (Oyo State)
- Current course registration form endorsed by your Head of Department
- Passport photograph
- Proof of FOSSU membership
- Access the official Oyo State Bursary application portal via the Oyo State Scholarship Board website.
- Complete the online form with your personal and academic details and upload the required files.
- Review your information, submit your application before 2 November 2026 (11:59 PM WAT), and save your confirmation/application number to track your status.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details
