The MTN Foundation has opened its annual scholarship opportunity for top-performing UTME candidates in Nigeria.
The MTN Foundation Top 10 UTME Scholarship is a prestigious award that grants ₦300,000 yearly to the highest-scoring UTME candidates, supporting them throughout their undergraduate studies until graduation.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦300,000 per year till graduation
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: May 31, 2026
Scholarship Details
The MTN Foundation Top 10 UTME Scholarship is designed to reward outstanding academic performance at the entry level into tertiary education. It targets candidates who achieve the highest scores in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), offering them financial support to pursue their university education without major financial constraints.
This initiative recognizes excellence and encourages top-performing students to continue striving for academic success. Since 2020, the programme has consistently selected the top 10 UTME candidates as officially announced by JAMB, granting them automatic eligibility for the scholarship.
The award is structured to run throughout the beneficiary’s academic journey, provided they maintain the required academic standards in their institution.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the MTN Foundation Top 10 UTME Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be among the Top 10 highest scorers in UTME
- Gain admission into a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution
- Maintain strong academic performance throughout their studies
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the MTN Foundation Top 10 UTME Scholarship will receive:
- ₦300,000 annually from first year until graduation
How to Apply
To apply for the MTN Foundation Top 10 UTME Scholarship:
- Score among the top candidates in the 2026 UTME
- Ensure your result places you within the Top 10 nationwide
- Eligible candidates are automatically selected by the MTN Foundation using official UTME results released by JAMB
- No separate application is required
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