Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2026 for Undergraduate Students

Published: November 9, 2026;Updated: November 9, 2026;5 min read;By Scholars World

The 2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship will provide funding for 1500 undergraduate students in Nigerian tertiary institutions.

The scholarship is funded by Mr Jim Ovia, Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, and founder of the Jim Ovia Foundation.

The Jim Ovia Scholarship was previously known as the MUSTE scholarship, founded upon a 100 million Naira investment by Mr Jim Ovia.

Eligible awardees are supported for their undergraduate studies for the duration of their program with a renewable award of ₦250,000.

In this post, the details, requirements, benefits, documents, and step-by-step application guide will be provided for interested candidates.

Applications for the Jim Ovia Scholarship will open soon, with an application period of 7-14 days. In this post, we will provide you with the details, the requirements, and the application procedure on how to submit your application successfully.

Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2026 Abstract & Quick Facts

Scholarship Host: Jim Ovia Foundation
Host Country: Nigeria
Category: Competitions
Benefits: Full Scholarship • ₦250,000 per year
Eligibility: Students from Nigeria
Deadline: To be announced

About the Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2026

The Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship Program has been awarding full scholarships to Nigerian students since 1998. It is fully funded by Mr. Jim Ovia to provide financial aid to outstanding Nigerian youths.

The scholarship was previously known as the MUSTE scholarship. The scheme offers an average of 100 opportunities each year for new applicants, while renewing applicants are supported annually, conditional on meeting all eligible requirements of the scholarship.

Since October 2010, Mr. Ovia has invested over 100 million Naira in the program to support 1500 beneficiaries and counting.

In establishing the Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship, Mr. Ovia hoped to create a network of future leaders within Nigeria who can compete globally with their peers, bring new ideas and creativity, and are committed to improving the lives and circumstances of people in their respective communities.

Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2025 Benefits and Timeline

Successful awardees of the 2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship will receive an award of ₦250,000 (Two Hundred and Fifty Thousand Naira Only).
The scholarship is renewable every year until you graduate, provided you maintain excellent results.

2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship Requirements

To be considered for the 2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

Be a citizen of Nigeria.
Be currently or potentially enrolled in an accredited tertiary institution in Nigeria.
Have completed Senior Secondary School.
Have gained admission into a Nigerian University(State or Federal) and MUST provide proof of admission.
Have a minimum of five credits in the O/level and will be required to submit a certificate of proof.
Not be less than 16 years old at the time of application.
Have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership prowess.
Be passionate about contributing to society.
Scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability, and a desire to contribute to society at large to improve the lives of others.

Required Documents for the Jim Ovia Scholarship 2026

You will be submitting the following while applying for the 2026 Jim Ovia Scholarship;

Birth Certificate
Recognized Government I.D
Passport Photograph
Personal Zenith Bank Account
Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Admission Letter
University Admission Letter
Your official acceptance letter from the University
Copy of your UTME Result
Current Academic Calendar of your Institution (Stamped/Signed)
Signed & Stamped Student Copy of your CGPA Result (Medical students MUST provide a SIGNED & STAMPED copy of their most recent examination result, showing the courses, grades, and the grades translated into CGPA)
Original Copy of your HOD’s Recommendation Letter (This letter MUST state your Current Academic Level, Current Academic Session, Current Academic Semester, and Current CGPA…MUST not be older than 4 Months)
Your School I.D card
Original Secondary School O’Level Certificate (WAEC, GCE or NECO)

Eligible Programmes for 2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship

The Jim Ovia Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship is open to candidates pursuing programs in;

Science
Technology
Engineering
Mathematics
Social Sciences
Arts/Humanities
Law
Agricultural Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Medical and Health Sciences

How To Apply for 2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship

The step-by-step guide to apply for the 2026 Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship is as follows;

Confirm your eligibility. Ensure that you meet the requirements of the scholarship listed above.
Click the button below to proceed to the application page.
“New Applicants” link are for those who have never been awarded a scholarship, while “Returning Applicants” link are for those who had, at one time or the other, been awarded a scholarship.
There are no fees required to submit a Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship application fee
Your application will not be reviewed until all required documents are submitted.
Applicants may track their status online by logging into their online MUSTE account.
Applicants should also watch for any email messages from the Jim Ovia Foundation regarding their application and its processing.
Applicants who submit False or Forged documents will be blacklisted and unable to apply for future awards.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email. Applicants should be alerted to these messages. Be sure to add both [email protected] and [email protected] to your safe sender’s list.
Ensure all details are correct and all documents ready before submitting your form. Kindly note that you will not be able to edit any submitted form.
Submitting a wrong document automatically disqualifies the applicant.
Providing any forged document or false information will lead to the applicant being blacklisted from applying in the future.

Application Deadline: To be announced

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