The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Local Post-Graduate (Master’s Degree) Scholarships 2025/2026 is a fully financed initiative that aims to address the issue of brain drain by providing young professionals from the nine Niger Delta states with the opportunity to acquire vital skills within the country..
This post will outlined all you need to know about the NDDC Local Post-Graduate (Master’s Degree) Scholarships 2025/2026 and how to apply for the program
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Summary of NDDC Local Post-Graduate (Master’s Degree) Scholarships 2025/2026
| Company | Niger Delta Development Commission |
| Category | Internships/Grant/Scholarship |
| locations | Nigerian university Master’s |
| Fields | STEM, Law, Health, Agri, ICT, Education, Social Science |
| Benefits | Tuition, stipend, allowances, insurance |
| Eligible Country | Nigeria |
| End Date: | July 2025 ( 31 July) |
About the NDDC Local Post-Graduate (Master’s Degree) Scholarships 2025/2026
With the intention of enhancing Human Resource Development in the Niger Delta region, the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is once again beginning its Post-Graduate Scholarship Program.
This is part of the ongoing endeavor to improve the region’s human resource development. Through the implementation of this program, our young people will be provided with the necessary information and abilities, which will enable them to effectively participate in the Local Content Program that is being implemented by the Federal Government.
The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage global competitiveness by providing financial assistance to facilitate academic achievement and professional development in important fields of study.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must satisfy the following requirements in order to be considered for the scholarship program.
- Must be a resident of a Niger Delta state: Akwa-Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross-River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, Abia, or Rivers
- A Nigerian citizen who has earned a bachelor’s degree in the first, second, or third class.
- Successfully completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC).
- Aged 35 or younger (some sources use 40, but local scholarship prefers under 35)
- Admission to a Master’s program at a Nigerian university must be provisional or comprehensive.
Preferred Fields of Study
Applicants who meet the requirements and possess applicable Bachelor’s degrees from university programs that are recognized in the following professional fields are eligible to participate in the program.
- Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Petroleum)
- Environmental Science, Geosciences
- Medicine & Health Sciences
- Law
- Agriculture
- ICT/Computer Science
- Education, Social Sciences & Management
Benefits of the NDDC Local Post-Graduate Scholarships
This is a fully funded Scholarships that cover:
- Tuition fees
- Monthly living stipend
- Research/project allowance
- Books/materials grant
- Medical insurance
Important Dates
- Applications opened: ~ June 25, 2025
- Deadline: July 31, 2025 (some sites mention July 20, 2025)
- Shortlisting: August 2025
- Interviews/CBT: August–September 2025
- Awards made: September/October 2025
How to Apply for NDDC Local Post-Graduate (Master’s Degree) Scholarships 2025/2026
NDDC Postgraduate application portal
https://scholarship.nddc.gov.ng/login
Application Steps
- You are to create an account on the official portal: if you do not have an account before: scholarship.nddc.gov.ng
- Complete the online form, supplying personal, educational, admission, and proposed study details.
- Upload required documents:
- Passport photo
- Bachelor’s degree/result
- NYSC discharge/exemption
- University admission letter
- LGA certificate or state of origin proof
All applications should be submitted before on or before the deadline and await CBT/interview scheduling.
Success Tips
- To prevent technical complications, submit your application in advance.
- Guarantee that all documents are legible and unambiguous.
- Be prepared for the screening examinations and the subsequent interviews.
- Keep an eye on your email and the NDDC portal for updates and the shortlist.