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Published: 27 Jun 2025
The Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) invites applications from qualified indigenes of the Niger Delta region for its Local Master’s Postgraduate Scholarship Programme for the 2025/2026 academic session. The scholarship supports Master’s degree studies in accredited Nigerian universities across key fields relevant to regional and national development.
| Application Deadline | July 20, 2025 |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Type | Masters |
| Course to study | View courses |
| Sponsor | Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) |
| Gender | Men and Women |
Must be an indigene of the Niger Delta region
Under 40 years old
Hold at least a Second Class Lower Bachelor's degree (or First/Second Class Upper); or HND (Upper Credit) or PGD
Possess a valid admission letter for a Master’s program at a recognized Nigerian university
Must have completed NYSC (with discharge or exemption certificate)
SELECTION PROCESS
1. Initial Application Interested candidates must complete and submit an online application via the Commission's Website.
2. Preliminary Shortlisting: Candidates will be shortlisted based on the following criteria:
3. Computer-Based Test (CBT): Shortlisted candidates will undergo a computer-based test conducted by our consultants at the designated centres in Akwa Ibom, Delta and Rivers States.
Candidates must indicate their preferred zone on the registration portal.
4. Minimum Test Score: Candidates must attain a minimum score of 70% in the CBT to qualify for the next stage.
5. Further Shortlisting: Candidates who meet the minimum test
Recent passport photograph
Local Government Identification letter
Bachelor’s degree certificate(s)
Master’s admission letter
NYSC discharge/exemption certificate
Visit the NDDC website: www.nddc.gov.ng
Complete and submit the online application form
Upload required documents
After submission, you'll receive a registration number. Print the acknowledgment slip
For more details, visit NDDC scholarship website
