The Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Limited has opened applications for the 2026 Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme (UGSS)—a prestigious opportunity offering ₦300,000 annually to support outstanding Nigerian students throughout their academic journey.
This scholarship aims to promote academic excellence, empower young Nigerians, and contribute to national development. It is open to first-year undergraduates in accredited federal and state universities across the country.
Scholarship Overview
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Host: Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG)
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Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
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Location: Nigeria
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Benefit: ₦300,000 per year (renewable through the duration of study)
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Eligibility: Nigerian citizens
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Deadline: December 12, 2025
About the NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship
The NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme (UGSS) is part of NLNG’s broader commitment to human capital development. It supports first-year students in the 2025/2026 academic session and includes a Special Edition for Host Communities.
NLNG also strongly encourages applications from Persons Living with Disabilities (PLWDs).
Benefits of the NLNG Scholarship 2026
Successful applicants will receive:
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₦300,000 yearly financial support
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Funding is renewed throughout the duration of the student’s program
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Opportunity to focus on academics without financial burden
Eligible Courses
All accredited courses offered in recognized federal and state universities in Nigeria are eligible.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
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Be a Nigerian citizen residing in the country
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Be a full-time first-year undergraduate (2025/2026 session)
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Have at least five O’Level credits in one sitting (including Mathematics & English)
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Score 200 and above in UTME
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Be 18–25 years old at the time of application
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Not be receiving any other scholarship or grant
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Not be related to an NLNG staff member
For Host Community Applicants Only
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LGA identification letter
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Academic transcripts (100 level to current level)
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Community identification letter signed by CDC Chairman or traditional ruler
Documents Required
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Completed online application form
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Passport photograph (white background, ≤200kb)
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O’Level results
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UTME results
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JAMB & University admission letters
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University ID card
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Birth certificate (NPC)
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LGA identification letter
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NIN Slip
How to Apply for NLNG UGSS 2026
Follow the steps below:
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Review all eligibility requirements carefully
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Apply using your valid email and mobile number
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Visit the NLNG Scholarship Portal and fill in all required fields
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Upload all requested documents (passport photo, WAEC/NECO, UTME, admission letters, ID card, birth certificate, etc.)
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Shortlisted candidates will be invited for a computer-based proctored test
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Additional documents will be required after the test for final verification
👉 Application Deadline: December 12, 2025
