The MTN Foundation has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 Scholarship Scheme, a long-running education support programme aimed at assisting high-achieving students in Nigeria’s public tertiary institutions. The initiative continues to serve as a key intervention for students facing financial constraints while pursuing higher education.
Key Benefits
Selected beneficiaries will receive:
- ₦300,000 annually for general scholarship awardees
- ₦200,000 annually for visually impaired students
- Automatic awards for top 10 UTME candidates as recognized by JAMB
- Continuous support throughout their academic programme (subject to performance)
- Reduced financial pressure, allowing students to focus on academics
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
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- Be enrolled in a Nigerian public university, polytechnic, or college of education
- Be in 200 or 300 level (depending on scholarship category)
- Maintain strong academic performance to remain eligible yearly
- Visually impaired students in any level and course are eligible under a dedicated category
- Top 10 UTME scorers as announced by JAMB qualify automatically
Application Process
Interested students are required to apply through the official MTN Foundation scholarship portal. All applications must be submitted online with accurate personal and academic details.
Official link: https://www.mtn.ng/scholarships/
The MTN Foundation Scholarship 2026 remains one of Nigeria’s most impactful education support programmes, offering consistent financial assistance to deserving students. With thousands of past beneficiaries, it continues to play a key role in improving access to quality education and rewarding academic excellence.
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