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MSFN Scholarship 2026 (Muslim Scholarship Fund Nigeria): How To Apply

Published: September 25, 2026;3 min read;By Scholars World

Applications for the 2025/26 MSFN Scholarship (Muslim Scholarship Fund Nigeria) have now commenced.

The Muslim Scholarship Fund Nigeria is offering an annual sum of ₦120,000 to Nigerian undergraduate and secondary school students n response to the serious economic hardship in the country.

In this post, the full details of the eligibility, benefits, timeline, and application procedure will be provided

Scholarship Host: Muslim Scholarship Fund in Nigeria
Host Country: Africa || Nigeria
Category: Undergraduate Scholarships 
Benefits: Full Scholarship • Tuition Costs • Mentorship • Networking
Eligibility: Students from Nigeria
Deadline: October 7, 2026

The Muslim Scholarship Fund in Nigeria (MSFN) was established in 1999 (as Muslim Education Trust Fund) in response to the serious economic hardship in Nigeria, which was having untoward effects on the educational and moral standards of the Nigerian Muslim youths.

The scholarship targets students students who are from the following states of Nigeria: KWARA, KOGI, LAGOS, OGUN, OYO, OSUN, ONDO, EDO, and EKITI.

This cohort is particularly open to Senior Sceondary Students in their third year (SSS 3).

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  • Undergraduate students get  ₦120,000 per year while secondary school students get  ₦40,000 per year.
  • The scholarship amounts may be reviewed annually, depending on the economic situation in Nigeria

To be considered for the 2026 award, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

  • Must be a Nigerian Muslim
  • Must be registered in (or have received admission to) a tertiary institution or senior secondary school for which he/she is seeking an MSFN scholarship
  • Must be ready to participate actively in volunteer efforts beneficial to the Muslim community, such as teaching young people in coaching classes, helping the elderly, active participation in MSS activities etc. A Muslim leader in the community or school shall attest to these volunteer activities

To complete your application, prepare the following documents in advance:

  • information about yourself
  • academic qualification
  • your Islamic activities.
  • references

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The step-by-step guide to apply for the Muslim Scholarship Fund Nigeria is as follows;

  • Visit the official scholarship portal (Click the link below).
  • Create Your Account: Register using a valid, active email and phone number.
  • Complete the Form. Fill in academic, personal, and institutional details accurately.
  • Upload Required Documents: Attach all documents listed in the section above in the specified format.
  • Submit your application by the deadline.
Application Deadline: October 7, 2026