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PTDF Scholarship 2026

Everything you need on the PTDF scholarship — the Federal Government's oil & gas scholarship. The fully-funded overseas postgraduate scheme (UK, Germany, France, Malaysia) and the in-country scheme, how to apply on scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng, who qualifies, what it covers, eligible fields, deadlines and NIN verification. Clear, current and independent.

By Belmadeng Editorial · Updated 23 Sept 2026

Please note

Belmadeng is an independent study platform and is not affiliated with PTDF or the Federal Government. This is general information, not official scholarship advice — apply only via the official portal (scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng). Deadlines and details change every cycle, and PTDF won’t ask you to pay an agent — always confirm on the official portal.

PTDF scholarship at a glance

What it isFederal Government oil & gas scholarship (human-capital development)
Apply atscholarship.ptdf.gov.ng
SchemesOverseas MSc/PhD (UK, Germany, France, Malaysia) + In-Country
FieldsOil & gas related fields (engineering, geosciences, energy, etc.)
TimingAnnual cycles with published deadlines (often around Jan–Feb)

How the PTDF scholarship works

PTDF runs two main scholarship routes: a fully-funded Overseas Postgraduate Scheme (MSc/PhD abroad) and an In-Country Scheme (undergraduate & postgraduate in Nigerian public universities). You apply on scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng if you meet the eligibility in an eligible field; selected candidates receive generous funding.

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The schemes

Applying

Students

PTDF is a scholarship (money you don't repay). For loans, see NELFUND (study) and NYIF (business). For other scholarships and grants, see our student grants guide. You'll need a verified NIN.

Frequently asked questions

What is the PTDF scholarship?
A Federal Government scholarship run by the Petroleum Technology Development Fund to build Nigerian expertise for the oil and gas sector — covering fully-funded overseas postgraduate study (MSc/PhD) and in-country (local) undergraduate and postgraduate study in oil & gas related fields.
Where do I apply for the PTDF scholarship?
Only through the official PTDF Scholarship Management Portal, scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng. Applications open in annual cycles with published deadlines.
Who can apply for the PTDF scholarship?
Nigerians in oil & gas related fields who meet the scheme's criteria — for overseas awards, typically a good first degree (2:1, or 2:2 with relevant experience), completed NYSC, five O'Level credits including English and Maths, and a verified NIN.
Does PTDF cover study abroad?
Yes — the Overseas Scholarship Scheme funds MSc and PhD study at partner universities in the UK, Germany, France and Malaysia; there's also an in-country scheme for study in Nigerian public universities.

Independent guide, not affiliated with PTDF. Deadlines and details change each cycle — always confirm on the official PTDF scholarship portal.