By Joshua Tosin Ogunsakin 
Here is a complete step-by-step guide on how to apply for the NDDC Scholarship 2025.
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) has commenced applications for the 2025/26 NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship for eligible Nigerian students.
The NDDC Foreign Postgraduate Scholarship offers full fee support that covers tuition, air travel, living stipend, and other study allowances for selected candidates to pursue postgraduate degrees in universities abroad.
This article seeks to discuss the details of the NDDC Scholarship 2025, its requirements, the documents to be submitted, and the forms to be filled out on the application portal.
About the NDDC Scholarship 2025
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) annually offers fully funded scholarships for students from its region to pursue postgraduate studies in tertiary institutions located in Nigeria and overseas.
The NDDC Scholarship is an academic initiative of the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) designed for students from the Niger Delta region to advance their education in universities abroad.
The NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship 2025 seeks to equip candidates with Human Capital Development by providing them with advanced skills, specialized knowledge, and industry-relevant expertise—particularly in line with the Federal Government’s Local Content Programme.
What are the Benefits of the NDDC Scholarship?
The NDDC Scholarship covers full tuition and grants to cover accommodation, air travel, monthly living stipends, and study materials.
How To Apply for NDDC Scholarship 2025 (Complete Step-by-Step Guide)
To apply for the NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship 2025, candidates must first ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before proceeding with the application.
NDDC Scholarship Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be of Niger Delta origin (from Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, or Rivers State).
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree (minimum Second Class Upper) from an accredited Nigerian university.
- Be under 40 years old at the time of application.
If you meet these requirements, you can proceed to the NDDC Scholarship application portal.
NDDC Scholarship Application Portal Login
- Visit the NDDC Foreign Scholarship portal (CLICK HERE).
- New applicants should click “Sign Up”, while returning users can “Log in”.
- Provide your personal details to register.
- Check your email (inbox/spam) for an account activation link.
- Once activated, you’ll be redirected to the applicant dashboard.
How to Fill the NDDC Scholarship 2025 Application Form
The application consists of five (5) sections:
- Personal Information Form
- Fill in your name, date of birth, address, state, LGA, phone number, and gender.
- Upload:
- Birth certificate
- Government-issued ID
- Local Government Identification Letter
- Passport photograph
- First Degree Details
- Provide details of your university, degree, discipline, and country of study.
- Upload:
- NYSC Certificate
- First Degree Certificate
- Proposed Master’s Program Details
- Enter the foreign university name, country, program, and admission status.
- Upload:
- Admission Letter
- Guarantor’s Information
- Provide your guarantor’s details.
- Application Review & Confirmation
- Verify all details before final submission.
FAQs on the NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship
1. Who is eligible for the NDDC Scholarship?
Applicants must be from the Niger Delta region, hold a Second Class Upper degree, and be under 40 years old.
2. What documents are required for the application?
You’ll need:
- Birth certificate
- First-degree certificate
- NYSC certificate
- Admission letter (for Master’s applicants)
- Local Government ID letter
3. How do I apply for the NDDC Scholarship?
Visit the NDDC Foreign Scholarship portal, register, fill out the forms, and upload required documents.
4. Can I apply without an admission letter?
No, you must provide an admission letter from a foreign university before applying.
5. When is the application deadline?
The deadline for 2025 is April 21, 2025.
Source: Scholarship Region