Calling all bright minds from the Niger Delta region! The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has officially opened applications for its highly sought-after Foreign Post-Graduate Scholarship Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session.
This is a fantastic opportunity designed to empower young graduates from the region, equipping you with specialized training and skills to excel globally and contribute effectively to the local content initiatives of the Federal Government. If you’re aiming for a Master’s degree abroad in key professional disciplines, this could be your chance!
Are You Eligible?
To be considered for this prestigious scholarship, you must:
- Hail from the Niger Delta Region.
- Hold a Bachelor’s Degree with a First Class, Second Class Upper, or Second Class Lower division from a recognized university.
- Be no more than 40 years old.
Fields of Study Covered:
The scholarship supports Master’s degrees in the following fields:
- Agricultural Science
- Engineering
- Environmental Science
- Geosciences
- Information Technology
- Medical Sciences
- Law
- Architecture
How to Apply:
The application process is entirely online.
- Visit the official NDDC website: www.nddc.gov.ng
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload the required documents:
- Recent passport photograph
- Local Government Identification Letter
- Post-Graduate admission letter from a recognized overseas university
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree certificate(s)
- NYSC Discharge or Exemption Certificate
Upon submission, you’ll receive a registration number. Print the online-generated acknowledgment – you’ll need it later!
Application Deadline: Don’t Miss Out!
Mark your calendars! The deadline for submitting your application is April 20, 2025.
Selection Process:
- Initial Application: Submit via the NDDC website.
- Preliminary Shortlisting: Based on WASSCE/NECO results, degree classification, and LGA identification.
- Computer-Based Test (CBT): Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a CBT conducted in Rivers State. A minimum score of 70% is required to advance.
- Further Shortlisting: Candidates who pass the CBT.
- Final Verification: Conducted through your Local Government Area (LGA) and Community Development Committee (CDC).
Important Notes:
- Preference may be given to applicants from Oil Producing Host Communities/LGAs who meet the cut-off mark.
- The NDDC aims for a fair distribution of courses among beneficiaries within each state.
- Deferment, changing your institution, or changing your course are not permitted after selection.
- The NDDC will only communicate with shortlisted candidates for the CBT and subsequent interview stages.
- The scholarship amount will be determined based on the prevailing Naira exchange rate.
Get Started Today!
This is an incredible opportunity to gain international experience and specialized knowledge. If you meet the criteria, head over to www.nddc.gov.ng to begin your application.
