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PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students

Last verified 31 August 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

PTDF funds undergraduate and postgraduate awards at Nigerian universities in petroleum, engineering and allied disciplines — a full local alternative to studying abroad.

Provider
Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
Host country
Nigeria
Deadline
Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call
Region
Africa

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Nigerian students enrolled in or admitted to an approved Nigerian university, studying a PTDF-sponsored course. Undergraduate applicants must show strong academic standing; postgraduate applicants need a good first degree and an admission letter.
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
Deadline
Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call

Key eligibility criteria

  • Nigerian students enrolled in or admitted to an approved Nigerian university, studying a PTDF-sponsored course. Undergraduate applicants must show strong academic standing; postgraduate applicants need a good first degree and an admission letter.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded

About the PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students (2026)

## Overview The PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) funds undergraduate and postgraduate awards at Nigerian universities and centres of excellence, in courses relevant to the petroleum and energy industry. ## What it covers Tuition, accommodation and book allowances paid through the participating institution, plus a maintenance stipend. ## How to apply Apply via the PTDF scholarship portal when the ISS call opens. Undergraduate applicants generally apply after their first year, and postgraduate applicants must already hold admission into an approved Nigerian programme.

Funding information

The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.

  • Fully Funded

PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students eligibility

Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.

  • Nigerian students enrolled in or admitted to an approved Nigerian university, studying a PTDF-sponsored course. Undergraduate applicants must show strong academic standing; postgraduate applicants need a good first degree and an admission letter.

PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng/guidelines to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Nigerian students enrolled in or admitted to an approved Nigerian university, studying a PTDF-sponsored course. Undergraduate applicants must show strong academic standing; postgraduate applicants need a good first degree and an admission letter.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call. This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

      Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.

    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

      If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.

    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

      If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.

    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call

      Provider deadline information: Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call. Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students?+

    Nigerian students enrolled in or admitted to an approved Nigerian university, studying a PTDF-sponsored course. Undergraduate applicants must show strong academic standing; postgraduate applicants need a good first degree and an admission letter.

    What funding does the PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) for Nigerian Students offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng/guidelines to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Nigerian students enrolled in or admitted to an approved Nigerian university, studying a PTDF-sponsored course. Undergraduate applicants must show strong academic standing; postgraduate applicants need a good first degree and an admission letter.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual — check the PTDF portal for the current ISS call. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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