The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has extended the application deadline for the 2025/2026 academic session. The closing date moved from 31 Jan 2026 to 27 February 2026.
NELFUND says the extension gives prospective applicants more time to complete and submit applications; the Fund says it wants to avoid eligible students missing out because of timing.
Old and New Dates (What Changed)
- Previous deadline: 31 Jan 2026
- New deadline: 27 February 2026
That is the key update; anyone planning to apply is expected to meet the new cut-off date.
Why NELFUND Extended the Deadline
NELFUND says the extension is meant to give applicants additional time to complete and submit their forms, so no eligible student gets excluded due to timing limits. Some students may need extra days to finish submissions; NELFUND says this decision keeps the window open a bit longer.
What NELFUND's MD/CE Said
NELFUND's Managing Director/CE, Mr. Akintunde Sawyerr, said:
"This extension reflects our commitment to inclusivity and access. We understand that some applicants may require additional time to complete their submissions and this decision ensures that every eligible Nigerian student has a fair opportunity to benefit from the Fund."
What Applicants Should Do Next
NELFUND encourages prospective applicants who are Yet to apply or who started but did not finish, to use the extended deadline. The Fund wants all required information submitted on or before 27 Feb 2026; missing details can stall a submission.
Official Channels and Contact Details
NELFUND says it will keep sharing updates through its official communication channels.
- Email: info@nelf.gov.ng
- X (Twitter): @nelfund
- Instagram: @nelfund
- Facebook & LinkedIn: Nigerian Education Loan Fund – NELFUND
- Website: NELFUND official website
