NNPC - Shell Nigeria National University Scholarship 2024 – Apply Now!

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) – Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCO) National University Scholarship Award presents an exceptional opportunity for Nigerian students to advance their education. This scholarship programme aims to foster academic excellence and enhance the skills of young Nigerians by providing financial support throughout their university education.

About the Scholarship Programme

The Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company Limited (SNEPCO) operates Oil Mining Lease 118 and collaborates with Nigerian Agip Exploration, TotalEnergies Nigeria, and Esso Exploration and Production Nigeria (Deepwater) Limited under a Production Sharing Contract (PSC) with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC). Together, they invite applications from qualified Nigerian students for the 2024 NNPC – SNEPCO National University Scholarship Programme.

Details of the Programme

This scholarship programme is designed to support full-time, second-year students in Nigerian universities accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC). The programme provides an annual grant to successful applicants, covering their academic expenses from the second year until they complete their undergraduate degree.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:

• Be a Nigerian citizen.
• Be in your second year of full-time study at a Nigerian university accredited by the NUC.
• Have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale or the equivalent in other grading systems.
• Not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship from an entity in the oil and gas industry, either national or international.
• Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Selection Criteria

The selection process includes:

• Receiving your application via the scholarship portal by the specified deadline.
• Inviting eligible candidates for a monitored computer-based test.
• Shortlisting the top 10 candidates from each of the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory for academic verification.
• Disqualifying candidates with falsified results.
• Awarding the scholarship to candidates who meet all the criteria and maintaining a minimum CGPA of 3.5 per session.

Data Protection Notice

SNEPCO is committed to protecting your data privacy. Personal data collected will be used exclusively for selecting candidates for the scholarship award and will not be used for any incompatible purposes. SNEPCO and its partners will ensure appropriate measures are in place to safeguard your data privacy.

Application Closing Date

The deadline for applications is 28th June 2024. Ensure your application is submitted before this date.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online here.

Important Information

• Ensure you have a valid personal email account and phone number.
• Include personal and educational details in your application.
• Upload scanned copies of the following documents:
  • Recent passport-sized photograph (JPEG format, not more than 200KB)
  • University or JAMB Admission Letter
  • Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) Result
  • O’ Level Result(s); and ‘A’ Level / OND / NCE Result(s) as applicable
  • Letter of Identification from State of Origin indicating your local government of origin
  • Cumulative Grade Point Average after the first year (results of at least two academic semesters)
  • Government Official Declaration Form (download and fill from here (https://dragnetnigeria.com/download/SNEPCO.pdf))

Application Steps

1. Click on the “Apply Now” tab.
2. Register to create an account.
3. Activate your account via email.
4. Return to the scholarship site and log in with your registered email and password.
5. Upload your information and required documents.
6. Ensure all documents are clear and accurate.
7. Submit your application.
8. You will receive a confirmation email and SMS.
9. Download your profile, have it signed by your Head of Department, and upload the signed copy for verification.

Note: Multiple applications will lead to disqualification.

For enquiries, please contact scholastica@dragnet-solutions.com.

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