How to Apply for Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarships 2026/2027
Here is a detailed, comprehensive article on the how to apply for Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarships 2026/2027 including what is known so far, likely requirements, application steps, and scholarship worth and benefit.
The application form portal for the ongoing PTDF Scholarship 2026/2027 scholarship for the 2026/2027 Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme (OSS) is officially open. All interested applicants are to ensure to apply for this premier opportunity in other to gain world-class education and help drive the future of the Nigerian oil and gas industry.
Benefits for PTDF Scholarship
The PTDF fully sponsor scholarship covers the following:
- Full Tuition Fees
- Flight Tickets
- Health Insurance
- Living Expenses
- Bench Fees (where applicable)
Requirement/Qualification
A) MSc Applicants must:
- Possess a minimum of Second Class Upper (2.1) in the first degree, or a Second Class Lower (2.2) with relevant industry experience
- Have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
- Be computer literate
- Possess five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
- Submit a Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words) stating: Rationale for the proposed study, relevance to the oil and gas industry and expected contribution to national development.
- Have a National Identity Number (NIN) and ensure it is fully verified prior to application (NIMC verification charges apply)
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B) PhD Applicants must:
- Have completed the mandatory NYSC
- Be computer literate
- Possess five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
- Possess at least Second Class Lower (2.2) in the first degree and a good postgraduate degree
- Submit a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (maximum five (5) pages) covering: Topic, Introduction/background, objectives, Methodology, Data Collection approach, NIN (NIMC verification charges apply)
Required Documents
Applicants are required to scan and upload clear copies of the following documents during online application:
- First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
- NYSC Discharge Certificate
- WAEC/GCE/SSCE/NECO results and the relevant PIN(s) (to enable online verification)
- Recent passport photograph
- Local Government Identification Letter
- Master’s Degree Certificate (PhD applicants only)
- Evidence of membership of relevant professional associations
In addition:
- All lecturers must also submit a letter from their Vice-Chancellors confirming that they are not currently benefiting from any other scholarship.
MSc Scholarships
Fully funded MSc programmes are available in the following countries:
- United Kingdom
- Germany
- France
- Malaysia
PhD Scholarships
- Direct Overseas: Available in Germany, France, and Malaysia.
- UK Split-Site Programme: PhDs for the United Kingdom are now offered exclusively as a split-site initiative between the PTDF College of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK) and three partner universities: Robert Gordon University, University of Strathclyde, University of Portsmouth
How to Apply for Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Scholarships 2026/2027
To apply for 2026 PTDF Scholarship is pretty straight forward, follow the procedures below.
- Click on scholarship.ptdf.gov.ng.
- Create an Account: Register using your NIN (verification charges apply).
- Select Program: Choose your category (MSc or PhD) and course. Ensure the course matches your academic background.
- Upload Documents: Attach all required credentials.
- Submit: Ensure you do not submit multiple applications, as this leads to disqualification.
Website for Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
“Don’t fall victim to scammers and fraudsters who are out to swindle unsuspecting applicants” The PTDF official website is www.ptdf.gov.ng
Application Deadline for PTDF Scholarship 2026/2027
Application ends February 27th, 2026.