NNPC/CHEVRON JV Scholarship 2026 | How To Apply
Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), operator of the NNPC Limited/CNL Joint Venture, has opened applications for the 2026 NNPC Limited/CNL JV National University Scholarship Awards. The scheme supports full-time 200 Level undergraduates in accredited Nigerian universities, studying disciplines that range from Engineering and Medicine to Law and Mass Communication.
It’s fully funded, with no payment required at any stage, and selection runs through a combination of academic performance and a mandatory Computer-Based Test. There’s also a dedicated category for blind and visually impaired students with a lower CGPA threshold. Applications close at midnight on 30 June 2026, and only candidates who apply through the official Scholastica portal will be considered.
Read on for the exact eligibility cut-offs, the documents you need ready before you start, and the full application process step by step.
Summary of the 2026 NNPC Limited/Chevron JV Scholarship
| Scholarship Name ⇒ | NNPC Limited/CNL JV National University Scholarship Awards |
| Host Country ⇒ | Nigeria |
| Study Level ⇒ | Undergraduate Scholarships |
| Benefits ⇒ | Fully funded — no payment required at any stage of application or selection |
| Funded by ⇒ | Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), operator of the NNPC Limited/CNL Joint Venture |
| Eligible Countries ⇒ | Full-time 200 Level students at accredited Nigerian universities, admitted in the 2024/2025 session |
| Application Deadline ⇒ | 30 June 2026 |
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About the NNPC Limited/Chevron JV Scholarship Scheme 2026
The NNPC Limited/CNL JV National University Scholarship Awards are run by Chevron Nigeria Limited as operator of its joint venture with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, one of the long-running scholarship schemes funded by an international oil and gas operator in Nigeria. The programme exists to support academic excellence and educational development among Nigerian undergraduates, and it deliberately includes a Special Needs category for blind and visually impaired students alongside its general undergraduate track, with its own adjusted CGPA requirement.
Applications are processed entirely through Scholastica, the official Dragnet Solutions platform used to manage the scheme, rather than through CNL directly. CNL is explicit that it does not appoint agents or representatives to assist applicants, and that any individual claiming to represent the company on this scheme should be disregarded.
Eligibility Criteria for the NNPC Limited/Chevron JV Scholarship
Standard Eligibility Category (General Undergraduate Applicants)
You can apply if you’re a full-time SECOND YEAR (200 Level) student admitted during the 2024/2025 academic session, studying one of the following:
- Accountancy
- Agricultural Science
- Architecture
- Business Administration/Economics
- Computer Science
- Environmental Studies/Surveying
- Geology/Geophysics/Geo Informatics
- Law
- Mass Communication/Journalism
- Engineering
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Medicine/Surgery
Eligibility requirements:
- A minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 grading scale
- At least 6 O’Level credits obtained in one sitting
Special Needs Category (Blind/Visually Impaired Students)
Full-time SECOND YEAR (200 Level) students with visual impairment, enrolled in any accredited Nigerian university, can apply under this category.
Eligibility requirements:
- Valid medical certification of visual impairment, issued by a recognized medical institution or government-approved hospital
- A minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 5.0 grading scale
- At least 5 O’Level credits
There’s no age limit attached to either category. If you’re currently benefiting from another International Oil and Gas Company scholarship, or you’ve applied to the Agbami Medical & Engineering Professionals Scholarship (AMEPS), you are not eligible for this scheme — CNL expects beneficiaries to hold only one such scholarship at a time.
Required Documents for the NNPC Limited/Chevron JV Scholarship
Before you start your application, have clear scanned copies of the following ready:
- Passport photograph, not more than 6 months old (450px by 450px, not more than 200KB, JPEG format)
- School ID card
- Admission letter
- Birth certificate
- O’Level result
- JAMB result
- Transcript or signed result for the 2024/2025 session
- Local Government Area Letter of Identification
Name each document according to what it represents before uploading, so files don’t get mixed up during submission. Every other document, aside from your passport photo, can be uploaded as PDF, DOC, or DOCX, each capped at 200KB. One detail that trips up a lot of applicants: the name on your application must match the name on every document, in the same order. If there’s a mismatch, you’ll need to upload a sworn affidavit or certificate explaining it, rather than leaving it unaddressed.
How to Apply for the 2026 NNPC Limited/Chevron JV Scholarship – Step By Step
- Go to the official application portal and click “Apply Now,” then “Register Now” to create your account.
- Check your email and activate your account.
- Return to the application link and log in with your registered email and password.
- Enter your personal information, National Identification Number (if you have one), educational details, and other requested information, then upload your scanned documents.
- Carefully view each uploaded document to catch any errors before continuing.
- Upload a passport photograph with a white background when prompted.
- Recheck every section of your application for accuracy.
- Return to “Active Scholarships,” select the 2026 scheme, and click “Apply Now” to submit.
- You’ll receive an on-screen and email confirmation once your application is successfully submitted. You can verify this anytime under “My Application” in your account.
- Log back into scholastica.ng to download your profile and have your Head of Department sign it.
- Upload the signed profile as a scanned copy for verification.
- If you don’t yet have a National Identification Number, register at ninenrol.gov.ng, complete the form, schedule your photo and fingerprint capture, and visit one of the 37 NIN capture centres to complete the process.
- Return to your Scholastica application and update it with your NIN once you have it, to ensure your application is complete.
Submitting more than one application leads to automatic disqualification, so apply only once, and correct any details through your account’s messaging system instead of starting a new entry.
Application Deadline
The deadline is midnight, 30 June 2026, and applications close strictly at that time, with no late submissions accepted under any circumstances. If your course of study isn’t listed under your institution in the application form, you can email [email protected] with your course name, faculty, CGPA scale, and institution, and the platform typically responds within 24 hours, though this only adds the course to the list and doesn’t automatically confirm your eligibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the NNPC Limited/CNL JV Scholarship fully funded?
Yes. Chevron Nigeria Limited states clearly that applicants are not required to make any payment at any stage of the application or selection process.
Who is eligible for the NNPC Limited/CNL JV Scholarship?
Full-time 200 Level students at accredited Nigerian universities, admitted during the 2024/2025 academic session, studying one of the listed disciplines, or 200 Level Direct Entry students admitted during the 2025/2026 session.
Can I apply if I’m already receiving another oil and gas company scholarship?
No. Current beneficiaries of International Oil and Gas Company scholarship schemes are limited to one award and are not eligible to apply.
Can I apply if I also applied for the Agbami Scholarship?
No. Applicants to the Agbami Medical & Engineering Professionals Scholarship (AMEPS) are not permitted to apply for this scheme.
Is there an age limit for the NNPC Limited/CNL JV Scholarship?
No. There’s no age restriction attached to either eligibility category.
Will I be tested as part of the selection process?
Yes. All applicants will be required to take a Computer-Based Test, and selection is based on a combination of your academic performance and your CBT results.
Disclaimer: All scholarship details, deadlines, award values, and eligibility criteria were taken from the official NNPC Limited/CNL JV scholarship portal as provided, and verified as of June 2026. Information is subject to change without notice. Always confirm the latest details directly on the official source before submitting your application.
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