Applications are now open for the 2026 NNPC/Chevron Scholarship for qualified Nigerian undergraduate students studying in accredited universities across the country.
The NNPC/Chevron Scholarship is an annual educational support initiative that provides ₦200,000 to selected students and is aimed at promoting academic excellence and supporting the educational development of Nigerian youths.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: NNPC Limited | Chevron Nigeria Limited
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: ₦200,000 Annually
- Deadline: June 30, 2026
Scholarship Details
The NNPC/Chevron Scholarship is a collaborative educational support programme sponsored by Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) in partnership with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL). Through this initiative, the organizations provide scholarship awards to deserving Nigerian students from all states of the federation who are pursuing undergraduate studies in accredited Nigerian universities.
The scholarship serves as one of Chevron’s key social investment programmes focused on advancing education and human capital development in Nigeria. By providing financial assistance to outstanding students, the programme seeks to encourage academic excellence and reduce the financial burden associated with higher education.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the NNPC/Chevron Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a full-time SECOND-YEAR (200 LEVEL) undergraduate student in a Nigerian university.
- Be admitted during the 2024/2025 academic session.
- Be studying any of the approved courses specified by the scholarship organizers.
- Have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 on a 5.0 grading scale or its equivalent.
- Possess at least six O’Level credits obtained in one sitting.
For Blind/Visually Impaired Students
The NNPC/Chevron Joint Venture also provides scholarship opportunities for blind or visually impaired SECOND-YEAR (200 LEVEL) undergraduate students studying any course in Nigerian universities.
Applicants must:
- Have a minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 5.0 grading scale or its equivalent.
- Possess a minimum of five O’Level credits.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the NNPC/Chevron Scholarship will receive:
- ₦200,000 annual scholarship award.
- Funding renewable every year until graduation, subject to meeting the scholarship requirements.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Passport photograph (not more than six months old and not exceeding 200KB).
- School Identity Card.
- Admission Letter.
- Birth Certificate.
- O’Level Result.
- JAMB Result.
- Local Government Area Identification Letter.
Applicants are advised to:
- Ensure all documents are clearly scanned.
- Name documents appropriately before uploading.
- Upload the correct documents in the required sections of the application portal.
How to Apply
To apply for the NNPC/Chevron Scholarship:
- Visit the scholarship application webpage.
- Click on the “Apply Now” button.
- Create an account, verify it, and log in.
- Complete your personal, educational, and identification details.
- Upload all required documents.
- Ensure that the name used in the application matches the names on all submitted documents.
- Review all uploaded documents to confirm accuracy.
- Upload a passport photograph with a white background where required.
- Carefully review all information before final submission.
- Submit your application and wait for confirmation via email and on-screen notification.
- Check the “My Application” section under your profile to confirm successful submission.
Important Note
- Multiple applications may result in disqualification.
- Applicants should ensure that all information provided is accurate and complete before submission.
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