APPLY NOW: NNPC / Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited Scholarship 2026/2027
The NNPC and Oando Joint Venture Scholarship 2026 is now open for application, and it is offering ₦200,000 every year to selected students. Not just for one session. Not just as a one time reward. It continues every year until you graduate, as long as you maintain the required academic performance.
If you have ever worried about how to pay for textbooks, handouts, accommodation, data subscription, departmental dues, or even small feeding expenses, then this scholarship can make a real difference in your life.
Let me explain everything to you clearly, step by step, so you will understand how it works and what you need to do.
What this scholarship is really about
This scholarship is a joint initiative between NNPC and Oando Energy Resources Nigeria Limited. It is part of their social investment program in education. These companies operate in Nigeria’s oil and gas sector, and they believe in giving back to society by supporting education.
The scholarship is officially known as the NEPL OERNL JV Tertiary Scholarship Scheme.
The main goals of the scholarship are:
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To promote academic excellence among Nigerian students
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To support brilliant but financially pressured undergraduates
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To improve students’ future career opportunities
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To encourage young Nigerians to focus seriously on their education
This is not just about money. It is about rewarding serious students and helping them stay committed to their academic journey.
How much you will receive and what it means for you
If you are selected as a beneficiary, you will receive:
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₦200,000 every academic year
The scholarship is renewable annually. That means:
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You will continue receiving ₦200,000 each year
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You must maintain the required minimum CGPA
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You must remain a full time student
Let us be realistic. ₦200,000 may not solve all your financial problems, but it can cover:
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Textbooks and handouts
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Accommodation support
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Feeding expenses
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Transportation
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Internet data and research materials
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Departmental and faculty dues
If your course is four years, you could receive ₦800,000 in total. If your course is five years, that is ₦1,000,000 across your academic journey.
For a student, that is serious financial relief.
The two categories you need to understand
Before you apply, you must know which category you fall under. There are two types of awards.
1. National Merit Award
This category is open to all Nigerian students studying in accredited universities across Nigeria.
You can apply under this category regardless of your state of origin.
If you are a Nigerian and you meet the academic requirements, this category is open to you.
2. Areas of Operation Merit Award
This category is specifically for students who are indigenes of the following states:
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Bayelsa
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Delta
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Imo
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Rivers
These are areas where the companies operate. If you are from any of these states, you can apply under this category.
If you are not from these states, do not worry. You can still apply under the National Merit Award.
Are you eligible? Let us check together
Before you get excited and rush to apply, please confirm that you meet all the requirements.
You must:
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Be a citizen of Nigeria
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Be a full time undergraduate student in an accredited Nigerian university
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Be currently in 100 level
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Not already be a beneficiary of any oil and gas industry scholarship
This scholarship is strictly for 100 level students. If you are in 200 level or above, you are not eligible.
Also, if you are already receiving another scholarship from an oil and gas company, you cannot apply for this one.
Be honest with yourself. It is better to confirm eligibility before investing your time.
Documents you must prepare before applying
One of the biggest mistakes students make is starting an application without preparing documents. Please do not do that.
You will need the following:
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A recent passport photograph with white background
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Your school ID card
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Your O level result
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Your admission letter
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Your birth certificate
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Proof of Local Government Area of origin
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Your JAMB result
If you are applying under the Areas of Operation category, you will also need:
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A letter from your Community Paramount Ruler
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A letter from your CDC Chairman
Make sure:
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All documents are clear and readable
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Your names are arranged in the same order on all documents
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There are no spelling differences
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The files are properly scanned
Small mistakes can lead to disqualification.
Step by step guide to apply successfully
Let me walk you through the application process in simple steps.
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Carefully read all scholarship details and confirm that you are eligible.
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Gather all required documents and scan them clearly.
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Create an account and verify your email address.
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Log in to your account.
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Fill in your personal information correctly.
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Enter your educational details carefully.
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Upload all required documents.
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Ensure your name matches exactly on all documents.
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Review everything before submission.
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Submit your application.
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Download your profile document after submission.
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Take it to your Head of Department for signature.
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Upload the signed copy back to the portal for verification.
After completing these steps, your application will be fully submitted.
Important deadline you must not miss
The application deadline is April 1, 2026.
Do not wait until the last minute. Many students will apply close to the deadline, and the website may become slow.
Apply early and avoid unnecessary stress.
How competitive is this scholarship?
Let me be honest with you. This scholarship is competitive.
Students from different universities across Nigeria will apply. Many of them will have strong academic records.
But do not allow that to discourage you.
If you:
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Meet the eligibility criteria
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Submit correct documents
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Provide accurate information
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Maintain good academic performance
You have a real chance.
Remember, every successful scholar was once an applicant.
Why you should take this opportunity seriously
University life in Nigeria is not easy financially. Sometimes you have to choose between:
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Buying textbooks
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Paying for practical materials
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Feeding properly
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Subscribing for data
Financial pressure can affect your academic performance. It can reduce your concentration and motivation.
This scholarship can remove some of that pressure.
With ₦200,000 yearly support, you can focus more on your studies and less on financial worries.
Common mistakes you must avoid
If you truly want to stand out, avoid these mistakes:
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Submitting blurred documents
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Using different name arrangements on documents
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Applying when you are not eligible
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Waiting until the last day
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Providing incorrect information
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Forgetting to upload the signed HOD document
Take your time. Be careful. Double check everything.
What happens after you apply
After submission:
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Your application will be reviewed
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Qualified applicants may be shortlisted
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Further screening or testing may be conducted
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Final beneficiaries will be announced
Make sure the email address and phone number you provide are active.
My personal advice to you
If you are eligible, do not procrastinate.
Many students miss opportunities not because they are not qualified, but because they delay.
This scholarship is not impossible to win. It is designed to reward serious students.
Prepare your documents today.
Apply early.
Keep your CGPA strong.
Believe that you deserve support.
Conclusion
The NNPC and Oando Joint Venture Scholarship 2026 is a valuable opportunity for Nigerian undergraduates in 100 level.
₦200,000 per year may look like just a number, but in reality, it can change your academic experience. It can reduce stress, improve your focus, and support your success.
If you qualify, take action now.
Opportunities like this can shape your university journey in a positive way.
Do not ignore it. Apply before April 1, 2026, and give yourself the best possible chance.
