The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) and Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCo), along with their co-venture partners, annually offer the NNPC/SNEPCo National University Scholarship Programme. This initiative aims to promote academic excellence and enhance the skills of young Nigerians by providing financial support throughout their undergraduate studies.
Eligibility Criteria:
To qualify for the NNPC/SNEPCo scholarship, applicants must:
- Nationality: Be Nigerian citizens.
- Academic Status: Be in their second year (200 level) of full-time study at a Nigerian university accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
- Academic Performance: Maintain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 on a 5-point scale.
- Scholarship Status: Not be recipients of any other scholarship awards from entities within the oil and gas industry, whether national or international.
Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Application Process:
Interested and eligible students should follow these steps to apply:
Prepare Required Documents: Ensure you have electronic copies of the following documents:
- Recent passport-sized photograph in JPEG format (not exceeding 200 KB).
- University or JAMB admission letter.
- Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME) result.
- O’ Level result(s).
- A’ Level/OND/NCE result(s), if applicable.
- Letter of identification from your state of origin, indicating your local government area.
- Academic results for your first year of study.
- Signed Government Official Declaration Form. Download here.
Register Online:
- Visit the official scholarship portal: https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/2024NNPCSNEPCo.
- Click on “Apply Now” and then select “Register Now” to create an account.
- Activate your account through the confirmation email sent to you.
Complete the Application:
- Log in with your registered email and password.
- Fill in your personal and educational details.
- Upload the required documents.
- Ensure that the names on all documents match; if discrepancies exist, provide a sworn affidavit or certificate.
- Review all uploaded documents to confirm clarity and accuracy.
- Submit your application.
Verification:
- After submission, download your profile and have it signed by the Head of Department at your university.
- Upload the signed profile back to the portal for verification.
Important Notes:
- Application Deadline: All applications must be submitted on or before June 28, 2024.
- Cost: The application process is entirely FREE.
- Official Platform: SCHOLASTICA is the designated platform for this scholarship. Applications via email or other platforms are not accepted.
- Fraud Alert: Beware of fraudulent websites requesting payment during the application process. NNPC/SNEPCo does not charge any fees at any stage of the scholarship award cycle.
- Representation: NNPC/SNEPCo has not authorized any individuals or organizations to act on its behalf regarding this scholarship. Do not engage with agents or representatives.
- Document Authenticity: Submission of false documents will lead to disqualification or withdrawal of the scholarship at any stage.
- Non-Transferability: The scholarship offer cannot be transferred to another university or course of study.
For further inquiries, contact: scholastica@dragnet-solutions.com.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Is the scholarship renewable annually?
- Yes, the scholarship is renewable annually, provided recipients maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.5 and adhere to the terms outlined in the scholarship award letter.
Are there any application fees?
- No, the entire application process is free. Be cautious of any payment requests, as they are fraudulent.
Can I apply if I’m a first-year student?
- No, only students currently in their second year (200 level) of full-time study are eligible to apply.
What if I am already receiving another scholarship?
- Applicants benefiting from other scholarships within the oil and gas industry, whether national or international, are not eligible for this program.
How will I know if I’ve been shortlisted?
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly and invited to participate in a computer-based test as part of the selection process.
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For comprehensive details and updates, always refer to the official scholarship portal: https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/2024NNPCSNEPCo.