NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship 2026
The NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity for eligible Nigerians from the Niger Delta region to pursue postgraduate studies abroad. This scholarship covers tuition fees, flight tickets, visa costs, accommodation, and living expenses, making it one of the most attractive education funding programs available to Nigerian graduates.
This initiative aims to support human capital development by equipping beneficiaries with advanced training and professional skills that can enhance local content growth and improve international competitiveness. It is particularly beneficial for graduates seeking to study in fields aligned with national and regional development priorities.
Eligibility
Applicants must be indigenes of the Niger Delta region, which includes Ondo, Imo, Delta, Rivers, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Edo, and Abia. Candidates should have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) and possess a valid NYSC discharge or exemption certificate. A minimum of Second Class Lower division (2:2) in a first degree is required for master's program applicants. Additionally, candidates must have secured admission into a recognized foreign university in one of the approved disciplines and must not belong to any cult group or have a criminal record.
Benefits
The scholarship covers full tuition fees, flight/travel costs, visa expenses, accommodation, and living stipends.
