PTDF Opens Scholarship Application For Nigerian Students

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) has announced the commencement of applications for the PTDF Scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate students for the 2023/24 academic session. This scholarship opportunity is exclusively available to Nigerian students, offering financial support and other benefits to successful applicants.

According to the PTDF, beneficiaries of the 2024 PTDF Scholarships will receive an annual stipend of NGN 700,000 along with a laptop computer. The application window is currently open and will close on June 24, 2024. Undergraduates, postgraduates, master's, and Ph.D. students are eligible to apply for this prestigious scholarship.

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Established by the Federal Government agency, the PTDF Scholarship aims to provide students with the opportunity to access quality education and resources from renowned institutions worldwide. The program seeks to enhance knowledge acquisition and skill development in the oil and gas industry, fostering expertise among Nigerian scholars.

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To be eligible for the PTDF Scholarship Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

For Postgraduate Applicants:

•  Possess a full-time admission letter into any of the Federal Universities in Nigeria.
•  Attain a minimum of Second-Class Lower (2.2) in an Oil and Gas/Management related field.
• Achieve a minimum of merit in a second-degree certificate in an Oil and Gas-related discipline.
• Obtain at least 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO results
• Provide a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) certificate or Letter of exemption.
• Proof of state of origin and Local Government.
• Submit a personal statement of at least 1000 words stating reasons for undertaking the course of study (Master’s Applicants).
•  Present a Ph.D. research proposal of not more than 6 pages, relevant to the Oil and Gas industry.

For Undergraduate Applicants:

• Must be full-time students in any of the Federal Universities in Nigeria.
•  Should be presently in the 200 level of study.
• The course of study must be related to the Oil & Gas industry.
•  Possess 5 credits in WAEC/SSCE/NECO including English Language and Mathematics.
• Hold a valid admission letter into the University.
• Attain a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 2.2 in the first year.
•  Provide transcripts for the first year of study, signed and stamped by HOD/Exams Officer or any authorized personnel in the University.

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The PTDF Scholarship presents a valuable opportunity for Nigerian students to advance their education and contribute to the development of the nation's oil and gas sector.PTDF advices interested and qualified applicants  to apply following the outlined criteria before the application deadline.