The NNPC/Agip Scholarship 2026 is a totally moneyed postgraduate opportunity jointly used by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) and Nigerian Agip Expedition Limited. The program supports exceptional Nigerian graduates pursuing Master’s degrees either in Nigeria or abroad.
This scholarship is designed to establish proficient professionals by covering all study-related expenditures, consisting of tuition, lodging, living costs, and travel for selected candidates.
Scholarship Summary
Host: NNPC/ Agip
Research Study Abroad: USA|UK|Canada|Europe|Asia|Australia|Africa
Classification: Postgraduate Scholarships|Master’s Scholarships
Qualified Country: Nigeria
Reward: Complete Scholarship|Living Stipend|Travel Assistance
Due date: May 7, 2026
Scholarship Information
The NNPC/Agip Postgraduate Scholarship is part of a Business Social Responsibility effort focused on training future leaders in various academic fields. The award is readily available in 2 categories:
- Regional Scholarship for study in Nigerian universities
- Overseas Scholarship for research study in worldwide universities
Applicants are expected to protect admission into a 1 year Master’s program before using.
Eligibility Requirements
To get approved for the scholarship, candidates should:
- Hold a minimum of Second Class Upper degree from a recognized university
- Have admission into a Master’s program (local or overseas category)
- Be 28 years old or younger by December 31, 2026
- Have completed the NYSC program
- Have a legitimate global passport (for abroad candidates)
Scholarship Benefits
Successful prospects will receive:
- Full tuition protection
- Accommodation support
- Regular monthly living stipend
- Flight tickets and travel expenses (abroad category)
- Visa-related expenditures where appropriate
Needed Files
Candidates should prepare the following:
- Current passport photograph
- Admission letter for postgraduate study
- Bachelor’s degree certificate
- NYSC discharge certificate
- Valid ID card
- International passport information page (overseas candidates just)
- Birth certificate
- NAE compliance declaration type
How to Apply
Interested candidates must finish the application online by signing up on the official portal, filling in individual information, and submitting all needed documents. Applicants are recommended to carefully examine all information before final submission to avoid errors.
Both Local and Overseas categories are open, and prospects are encouraged to apply early before the due date.