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PTDF Scholarship Eligible Fields

PTDF funds oil & gas related study — here's the kind of fields that qualify, and how to check.

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.

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Oil & gas focus

PTDF exists to build Nigerian human capacity for the oil and gas industry, so scholarships are for oil & gas related fields — not general study.

Example fields

Eligible areas typically include (confirm on the portal):

  • Petroleum engineering and related engineering disciplines (chemical, mechanical, electrical, civil, marine, etc.).
  • Geosciences — geology, geophysics, petroleum geoscience.
  • Energy and related technology, environment and management fields tied to the sector.

Always the sponsored list

The definitive answer is PTDF's list of sponsored courses for the current cycle, published on scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng. Only courses on that list qualify.

Choosing your course

Pick a course that's both on the sponsored list and matches your background and career goals in the sector — and, for PhD, aligns with PTDF/CPESK research areas.

If your field isn't oil & gas

If your discipline isn't covered, look at other scholarships and student grants — many are field-agnostic.

Tips

  • Confirm your course is on the sponsored list.
  • Match it to your background & goals.
  • Non-oil field? Other scholarships exist.

Frequently asked questions

What fields does the PTDF scholarship cover?
Oil & gas related fields — typically petroleum and related engineering, geosciences (geology, geophysics), and energy/technology fields tied to the sector. Only courses on PTDF's sponsored list qualify.
Can I study any subject with PTDF?
No — PTDF funds oil & gas related study; the definitive list of eligible courses is published on the portal each cycle.
Is petroleum engineering eligible?
Yes — petroleum engineering and related engineering disciplines are typically eligible; confirm the specific course on the sponsored list.
How do I know if my course qualifies?
Check PTDF's list of sponsored courses for the current cycle on scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng — only listed courses qualify.
What if my field isn't covered by PTDF?
Look at other scholarships and student grants, many of which are field-agnostic — see our student grants guide.

Related PTDF guides

Overseas scheme · Eligibility · Other scholarships · All PTDF guides

Reviewed: 23 Sept 2026 · Author: Belmadeng Editorial. Independent guide, not affiliated with PTDF. Deadlines and details change each cycle — always confirm on the official PTDF scholarship portal.