NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award 2026/2027

Nigerian Agip Exploration (NAE) Limited, on behalf of the NNPC/NAE PSC, is committed to the training and development of manpower as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme.

NAE invites applications from suitably qualified and interested Nigerian graduates for the 2026/2027 Postgraduate Scholarship Award Scheme. The award is in two categories: – 
1. Overseas – For study in a reputable overseas university
2. Local – For study in a recognized Nigerian university

Step-by-step Video Guide

• Table of Content
• About Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)
• NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award
• Aim and Benefits of NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award
• NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award Courses
• Requirements for NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC)

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) is the state oil corporation which was ?established on April 1, 1977. In addition to its exploration activities, the Corporation was given powers and operational interests in refining, petrochemicals and products transportation as well as marketing. Between 1978 and 1989, NNPC constructed refineries in Warri, Kaduna and Port Harcourt and took over the 35,000-barrel Shell Refinery established in Port Harcourt in 1965. In 1988, the NNPC was commercialised into 12 strategic business units, covering the entire spectrum of oil industry operation... continue reading

NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award

Aim and Benefits of NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award

The NAE scholarship award applies to tuition, books, field trips, accommodation, living expenses, and a return economy ticket for a selected one-year course of study.

NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award Courses

• Engineering Sciences
• GeoScience
• Law (Oil and Gas/Petroleum)
• Petroleum Economics

Requirements for NNPC Overseas and Local Postgraduate Scholarship Award Qualification

To qualify for the 2026/2027 NAE Post Graduate Scholarship Award scheme, applicants MUST:

1. Possess a minimum of Second-Class Upper Bachelor's degree from a recognized Nigerian university.
2. Have secured admission into a Nigerian or Overseas university (based on the category being applied for) for a one-year master’s degree programme in any of the disciplines listed below.
3. Not above 28 years of age by December 31st, 2026.
4. Have completed the one-year National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme.
5. Possess an international passport valid for travel at least one year from September 2026 (applicable to overseas category).

Course of Study
Only candidates with an offer of admission in disciplines related to the following areas should apply.

• Geosciences
• Engineering (Petroleum, Mechanical, Civil, Subsea, Electrical/Electronics, Marine, Chemical, Offshore, Environmental, Renewable)
• Petroleum Economics
• Law (Oil and Gas/Petroleum)

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Wageningen University Masters Scholarship to Study in Netherlands 2027/2028

Application Deadline

How to Apply

SECTION A
1. Candidates should have the following clearly scanned documents before starting the application process:   

• Passport photograph (450 × 450 pixels) with white background not more than 6 months old. 
• Provisional admission letter for post-graduate studies 2025/2026 session into any reputable university – Local/Overseas. This admission letter must be for the course stated on the candidate’s application. 
• First Degree Certificate 
• NYSC Discharge Certificate 
• Valid ID card (Driver's license, Voter's card, National Identity card)
• Valid International Passport Data Page for Overseas category only (Valid for travel at least one year from September 2026) 
• Birth Certificate from Local government
• NAE Compliance Declaration Form

2. All candidates are required to fill and sign the NAE Compliance Declaration Form. To download the NAE Compliance Declaration Form, click https://saas.scholastica.ng/files/nae-post-grad-scholarship-compliance-declaration.doc?utm_source=ScholarshipSet 
3. Label the scanned documents accordingly, to avoid mix-up during upload. 
4. Attach the right documents in the appropriate upload section. 


SECTION B
To apply, follow the steps below: 

1. Visit Scholastica.ng to start your application 
2. Click on the "Apply Now" tab. 
3. Click on "Register Now" to create an account. 
4. Proceed to your email box to activate your account 
5. Click on www.scholastica.ng to return to the Scholarship site 
6. Enter your registered email and password to create your profile. 
7. Candidates are required to fill the Personal Details, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Sections only. Candidates are also required to upload only applicable documents (refer to section A). Note to Overseas category applicants: Applicants for the Overseas category is encouraged to also apply for the Local Post Graduate Scholarship Award.
8. Candidates are not required to fill the Secondary Level, Bank details or download the undergraduate profile verification form in the application portal.
9. Ensure the name used in the application matches the names on all documentation in the same order. Upload a sworn affidavit or certificate if otherwise. 
10. Ensure you view all documents after uploading, to eliminate errors during uploading. 
11. Recheck application information to avoid errors 
12. Click "Apply Now" to submit information at https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/?utm_source=ScholarshipSetthennpcltdnaescholarships2026 or return to the home page www.scholastica.ng and select the 2026/2027 NAE Postgraduate Scholarship Awards to be redirected to the application page 
13. You will receive an email that confirms your application was successful. 

NOTE: · 

• You can apply for both Local and International Category
• Multiple applications within the same category shall lead to disqualification. 
• Kindly review your profile before applying