Attend the Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) Interview

The Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowship Plan (CSFP) invites eligible candidates to attend the nomination interview for the 2024 session.

The Honourable Minister of Education, Dr. Morufu Olatunji Alausa, oversees this process.

Interview Schedule

Monday, 25 November 2024

• Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
  • Event: Opening Ceremony by the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education
  • Participants: Candidates, Panelists, and Staff
  • Venue: Ekiti House Former (RoseBud Hotel, Opp. Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja)
• Time: 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm
  • Event: Accreditation and Interview for South West and North West Candidates
  • Venue: Ekiti House Former (RoseBud Hotel, Opp. Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja)

Tuesday, 26 November 2024

• Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
  • Event: Accreditation at Federal Scholarship Board, Abuja, and Interview
  • Participants: North Central and South-South Candidates
  • Venue: Ekiti House Former (RoseBud Hotel, Opp. Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja)

Wednesday, 27 November 2024

• Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
  • Event: Accreditation at Federal Scholarship Board, Abuja, and Interview
  • Participants: North East and South East Candidates
  • Venue: Ekiti House Former (RoseBud Hotel, Opp. Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja)

Thursday, 28 November 2024

• Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
  • Event: Collation of Scores/Results and Submission of Reports
  • Participants: Panelists, Retired Directors, and Federal Scholarship Board Staff
  • Venue: Ekiti House Former (RoseBud Hotel, Opp. Federal Ministry of Justice, Abuja)

Required Documents

Candidates must bring the following:

• A printed copy of the EAS form.
• Original and photocopies of all academic credentials.
• Evidence of at least two referees’ reports.
• Supporting Statement from a UK Supervisor (PhD only).
• Original academic transcripts.
• NYSC discharge or exemption certificate with photocopy.
• Two passport-sized photographs.
• Proof of awards, prizes, academic publications, or sample work.
• A First Degree of at least Second Class Upper for Master’s applicants.
• Relevant Master’s degree with a minimum of Second Class Lower for PhD candidates.
• Admission letter from a UK university listed on the Commonwealth site.

Candidates without the required documents will not be accredited or interviewed.

Important Notes

• Accreditation is mandatory before the interview.
• Attendance is compulsory on the scheduled date for the candidate’s zone.
• Certificates in foreign languages must include an official English translation.
• Candidates should monitor the status of referee responses on the online application portal.
• Only candidates who selected the Federal Scholarship Board as their nominating agency are eligible.

Contact Information

For enquiries, contact the Director/Secretary, Federal Scholarship Board, via Federal Scholarship Board email or call 09124516750 or 09082454557.

This process ensures the selection of candidates for the prestigious Commonwealth Scholarships.