PTDF Scholarship Portal Opens: Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for 2026/27 Undergraduate, MSc, PhD Awards
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has officially activated its scholarship application portal for the 2026/2027 In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS), inviting qualified Nigerian undergraduate and postgraduate students to submit applications.
The scholarship programme, sponsored by the Federal Government, is designed to develop indigenous human capacity and petroleum technology skills required to meet the demands of Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.
Interested applicants are required to create an account, verify their National Identity Number (NIN), and complete the online application process through the official PTDF portal.
According to the Fund, applications opened on Monday, April 27, 2026, and will close on Friday, June 5, 2026, giving applicants a six-week period to complete and submit their entries.
The scholarship covers Undergraduate, Master’s (MSc), and Doctorate (PhD) studies in selected oil and gas, energy, and management-related courses in Nigerian public universities only.
Step-by-Step Guide to Apply for PTDF Scholarship 2026/2027
Applicants are advised to follow the steps below carefully to complete their application successfully:
Click on “Create Account” Enter your valid email address Create a secure password Confirm registration through your email
Step 3: Verify Your NIN
Enter your National Identity Number (NIN) Complete NIN verification (NIMC verification charges may apply) You cannot proceed without successful verification
Step 4: Fill the Online Application Form
Select your category: Undergraduate MSc PhD
Carefully fill in personal details Provide academic and contact information
Step 5: Upload Required Documents
Upload all necessary documents in PDF format, including:
Undergraduate Applicants:
WAEC/NECO/SSCE results Admission letter First-year transcript Certificate of indigeneship Personal statement (minimum 300 words)
MSc Applicants:
First-degree certificate NYSC certificate or exemption Admission letter WAEC/NECO results Certificate of indigeneship Personal statement (minimum 1,000 words)
PhD Applicants:
First and second-degree certificates NYSC certificate Admission letter Research proposal (maximum 6 pages) Certificate of indigeneship
Step 6: Review Your Application
Carefully check all entries to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Step 7: Submit Application
Click Submit and print your confirmation slip for reference.
Key Requirements Applicants Must Note
The Fund outlined several important conditions applicants must meet before applying: Applicants must possess a valid NIN before application. Only public university students are eligible. Undergraduate applicants must be 200-level students. Undergraduate applicants must have a minimum CGPA of 2.4 (Second Class Lower). Postgraduate applicants must possess full-time admission into a public university. Applicants currently enjoying another scholarship should not apply. Part-time study programmes are not eligible. Courses must be related to oil, gas, energy, or management fields.
The scholarship is described as highly competitive and merit-driven, with final selections based on academic performance, professional qualifications, and relevance of study to national development.
Selection Process for Postgraduate Applicants
For MSc and PhD candidates, a selection panel will assess applications using: Academic merit and transcripts Professional qualifications Membership of professional bodies Study or research plan viability Relevance of research to the oil and gas industry
Shortlisted postgraduate applicants will be invited for oral interviews before final selection.
Mandatory Documents Checklist
Applicants are strongly advised to prepare the following documents before starting:
National Identity Number (NIN) Academic transcripts Admission letter WAEC/NECO/SSCE results NYSC certificate (for postgraduate applicants) Certificate of indigeneship Personal statement or research proposal Passport photograph
All documents must be clear, legible, and uploaded in the correct format.
Contact Information for Support
Applicants experiencing technical difficulties can contact the PTDF support team via:
Phone: +234 809 250 0006 Phone: +234 809 250 0007
WhatsApp: +234 809 250 0008 The headquarters of the Fund is located at PTDF House, Plot 1058 Memorial Drive, Central Business District, Abuja.
Advisory to Applicants
Prospective candidates are encouraged to carefully read all guidelines and ensure that they meet eligibility requirements before applying, as incomplete or incorrect applications may lead to disqualification.
Education stakeholders have described the PTDF scholarship as one of Nigeria’s most prestigious government-funded programmes, offering students opportunities to strengthen academic capacity in critical sectors of the nation’s energy industry.
Applicants are advised to submit their applications early before the June 5, 2026 deadline to avoid last-minute technical issues.
