Scholarships for Students
Scholarships for Students

The NNPC/SEPLAT Joint National Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 is now open for applications. This prestigious scholarship, offered through the NNPC/SEPLAT Joint Venture (a key part of Seplat Energy’s educational Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives), supports deserving undergraduate students in Federal and State Universities across Nigeria.

The programme promotes educational development and human capacity building by providing annual financial grants to help successful applicants complete their degree programmes.

Scholarship Benefits

  • Financial award: ₦200,000 per year
  • Renewability: The award is renewable annually, subject to satisfactory academic performance (typically maintaining the required CGPA)
  • The grant helps cover academic needs and supports students until graduation

Eligible Courses of Study

Applicants must be studying one of the following courses (based on official listings from recent cycles; confirm on the application portal for any updates):

  • Accountancy
  • Agriculture
  • Architecture
  • Business Administration
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Engineering/Science
  • Economics
  • Electrical/Electronic Engineering
  • Environmental Studies
  • Geology
  • Geophysics
  • Law
  • Mass Communication
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Medicine/Dentistry
  • Metallurgical Engineering
  • Petroleum Engineering

(Note: Some cycles include additional fields like Ophthalmology/Optometry—check the official portal.)

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the 2026 NNPC/SEPLAT Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must:

  • Be Nigerian citizens
  • Be enrolled in a Federal or State University in Nigeria
  • Be in their second year (200 level) of study or above
  • Have at least 5 O-Level credit passes (including English Language and Mathematics) in one sitting
  • Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 (on a 5.0 scale) or equivalent (often Second Class Upper)

Only students meeting these requirements should apply. Providing inaccurate or invalid information will lead to disqualification.

How to Apply for the NNPC/SEPLAT Undergraduate Scholarship

The application process is straightforward and online. No application fee is required.

Follow these step-by-step instructions:

  1. Visit the official application portal: CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW
  2. Complete the online registration form with your accurate personal, school, and academic details (this is the preliminary application stage—no documents are required at this point).
  3. Submit the form carefully—double-check all information to avoid disqualification.
  4. Await shortlisting: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage (typically an aptitude test or examination).
  5. Prepare for the selection process: Shortlisted applicants may sit an aptitude test. Practise with past questions to boost your chances (resources are often available online or via educational platforms).

Important Notes:

  • The application is free.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the examination stage.
  • Ensure you use a valid email address and phone number for communication.
  • The scholarship is competitive—accuracy and eligibility compliance are essential.
  • For the latest updates, deadlines, or any changes, visit the official Seplat Energy website (seplatenergy.com) or the application portal directly.