The Lagos State Scholarship Board (LSSB) 2025/2026 Bursary and Scholarship Awards are now open for applications. This opportunity is available to indigenous students of Lagos State pursuing full-time studies in tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
The Lagos State Scholarship Board, established in February 1968 shortly after the creation of Lagos State, manages bursary awards, scholarships, and other educational support initiatives on behalf of the state government.
Who Is Eligible?
Applications are open to bonafide indigenes of Lagos State (by paternity) who have gained full-time admission into a recognised tertiary institution.
For Bursary Awards:
- Open to all eligible indigenous students in tertiary institutions.
- No specific CGPA requirement mentioned for bursary.
For Scholarship Awards (Merit-Based):
- Undergraduate applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 and above.
- Postgraduate applicants must have at least a Second Class Upper (2.1) degree.
Applicants must be studying in Nigeria (local awards).
Award Amounts
The current rates for approved beneficiaries are as follows:
Local Scholarship Awards:
- Technical Colleges: N100,000
- Polytechnic/Colleges of Education: N200,000
- First Degree (Undergraduate): N200,000
- Master’s Degree: N300,000
- Doctorate Degree: N400,000
Local Bursary Awards:
- Lagos State University (LASU) Students:
- Freshers: N35,000
- Arts Students: N25,000
- Science Students: N30,000
- Physically Challenged Students: N40,000
- Law/Engineering/Medical Students: N50,000
- Students from Other Institutions:
- Arts Students: N20,000
- Science Students: N30,000
- Physically Challenged Students: N40,000
- Law/Engineering/Medical Students: N50,000
- Law School & Maritime Academy Students: N200,000
Required Documents
Applicants must upload or provide documents to verify their claims, including:
- Admission letter
- National Identification Number (NIN)
- LASRRA (Lagos State Residents Registration Agency) card
- Matriculation number
- School identity card
- Letter from Oba (traditional ruler)
- Letter from Local Government Area
- JAMB result slip (for undergraduates, where applicable)
- Evidence of registration for the current academic session
- Any other relevant supporting documents
Application Timeline
- Portal Opens: Monday, 19 January 2026
- Portal Closes: Friday, 6 March 2026 (at 12 midnight) (Note: An extension has been granted from the initial closing date; apply promptly to avoid missing out.)
How to Apply – Step-by-Step Guide
- Visit the official Lagos State Scholarship Board portal at https://portal.lagosscholarship.org/ (or check https://lagosscholarship.org/ for updates and guidelines).
- Create an account: Sign up using your email, phone number, or LASRRA ID.
- Log in to your account.
- Select the appropriate category (Bursary or Scholarship Award) for the 2025/2026 session.
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal, academic, and indigene details.
- Upload all required scanned documents.
- Review your application carefully for accuracy.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
- Print or save your confirmation slip/acknowledgement for reference.