Close Menu
Scholars WorldScholars World
  • Home
  • Scholarships
    • Top Scholarships
    • High School Scholarships
    • Undergraduate Scholarships
    • Postgraduate Scholarships
      • Masters Scholarships
      • PhD Scholarships
    • Nigerian Scholarships
    • Internships
    • Fellowships
    • Competitions
    • Trainings
    • Grants
    • Other Opportunities
  • Scholarships by Country
    • African Scholarships
    • Asian Scholarships
    • Australian Scholarships
    • Canada Scholarships
    • European Scholarships
    • UK Scholarships
    • USA Scholarships
  • Scholarship Support
  • Graduate Trainees
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
What's Hot
2024 GT Bank Entry Level Program

GTBank Entry Level Program 2025: Empowering Young Graduates

May 15, 2025
Dangote Graduate Trainee Program

Dangote Graduate Trainee 2025 Program: Opportunity for Young Nigerians

May 14, 2025
University of Guelph Scholarship Canada

University of Guelph Scholarship Canada 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

May 14, 2025
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Facebook X (Twitter) Telegram
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Scholars WorldScholars World
Privacy Policy ABOUT SW
  • Home
  • Scholarships
    1. Top Scholarships
    2. High School Scholarships
    3. Undergraduate Scholarships
    4. Postgraduate Scholarships
    5. Masters Scholarships
    6. PhD Scholarships
    7. Nigerian Scholarships
    8. Internships
    9. Fellowships
    10. Competitions
    11. Trainings
    12. Grants
    13. Other Opportunities
    14. View All
    Khalifa University Scholarship

    Khalifa University Scholarship UAE 2025 for International Students: Application Guide

    May 12, 2025
    Saudi Arabia Government Scholarships

    Saudi Arabia Government Scholarships 2025 (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD): Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 9, 2025
    King AbdulAziz University Scholarship

    Fully Funded King AbdulAziz University Scholarship 2025 in Saudi Arabia (How To Apply)

    May 3, 2025
    King Abdullah University KAUST Scholarship

    2025 KAUST Scholarship at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 2, 2025
    EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2024

    EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP) 2025: Study in USA

    April 22, 2025
    Christopher Kolade Foundation SHE Soars Scholarship

    Christopher Kolade Foundation (CKF) SHE Soars Scholarship 2025: Exciting Opportunity

    April 15, 2025
    NLNG Post Primary Scholarship 2025

    NLNG Post Primary Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    April 8, 2025
    FATE Scholar ship Programme

    FATE Scholarship 2025 For Nigerians: Fully Funded Opportunity

    March 15, 2025
    OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

    OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

    May 13, 2025
    Simmons University Undergraduate Scholarship

    Simmons University Undergraduate Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    University College Birmingham Scholarship

    University College Birmingham Scholarship 2025 in UK: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship

    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    University of Guelph Scholarship Canada

    University of Guelph Scholarship Canada 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 14, 2025
    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship USA

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship 2025 USA: Fully Funded Graduate Assistantship

    May 14, 2025
    University College Birmingham Scholarship

    University College Birmingham Scholarship 2025 in UK: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship

    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    University of Guelph Scholarship Canada

    University of Guelph Scholarship Canada 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 14, 2025
    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship USA

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship 2025 USA: Fully Funded Graduate Assistantship

    May 14, 2025
    University College Birmingham Scholarship

    University College Birmingham Scholarship 2025 in UK: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship

    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship

    Islamic University Madinah Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Khalifa University Scholarship

    Khalifa University Scholarship UAE 2025 for International Students: Application Guide

    May 12, 2025
    Korea International Cooperation Agency KOICA Scholarship

    Korea Government KOICA Scholarship 2025 (Korea International Cooperation Agency): Fully Funded

    May 8, 2025
    King AbdulAziz University Scholarship

    Fully Funded King AbdulAziz University Scholarship 2025 in Saudi Arabia (How To Apply)

    May 3, 2025
    OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

    OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

    May 13, 2025
    Pan Atlantic University Mastercard Scholarship

    Pan Atlantic University PAU Mastercard Scholarship 2025 For Undergraduates: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 9, 2025
    DESOPADEC Scholarship and Bursary 2025

    DESOPADEC Scholarship and Bursary 2025 Program: APPLY

    May 9, 2025
    HillCity Foundation Bright Scholarship

    HillCity Foundation Bright Scholarship 2025: Empowering Exceptional Students

    May 8, 2025
    2024 GT Bank Entry Level Program

    GTBank Entry Level Program 2025: Empowering Young Graduates

    May 15, 2025
    Dangote Graduate Trainee Program

    Dangote Graduate Trainee 2025 Program: Opportunity for Young Nigerians

    May 14, 2025
    ExxonMobil Graduate Internship

    ExxonMobil Graduate Internship Programme 2025: Apply Now

    May 13, 2025
    UNDP Digital Transformation Internship

    UNDP Digital Transformation Internship 2025: Global Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Learn Africa Scholarship

    Learn Africa Scholarship Program 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity to Spain

    April 30, 2025
    Lagos State Lateef Jakande Fellowship

    Lagos State Lateef Jakande Fellowship Program 2025: Career Development Opportunity

    April 25, 2025
    Harvard University Aspire Leaders Program

    Harvard University Aspire Leaders Program 2025: Opportunity for Young Individuals

    April 24, 2025
    Bridge Fellowship Program

    The Bridge Fellowship Program 2025 (TBP): Fully Funded Opportunity

    April 18, 2025
    Engineering Projects Exhibition (EPEX) for Undergraduate Students 2025

    ₦1.2m Engineering Projects Exhibition (EPEX) for Undergraduates 2025

    April 28, 2025
    ITET Foundation Essay Competition

    ITET Foundation Essay Competition 2025: ₦450K Prizes

    April 28, 2025
    Zeribe Nwosu ZNS Essay Competition

    Zeribe Nwosu ZNS Essay Competition 2025 For Undergraduates: ₦300,000 Prizes + Awards

    April 18, 2025
    GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition

    GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize Competition 2025: $160,000 Prize

    April 8, 2025
    2024 GT Bank Entry Level Program

    GTBank Entry Level Program 2025: Empowering Young Graduates

    May 15, 2025
    Dangote Graduate Trainee Program

    Dangote Graduate Trainee 2025 Program: Opportunity for Young Nigerians

    May 14, 2025
    ExxonMobil Graduate Internship

    ExxonMobil Graduate Internship Programme 2025: Apply Now

    May 13, 2025
    UNDP Digital Transformation Internship

    UNDP Digital Transformation Internship 2025: Global Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
    Federal Government Creative Economy Development Fund (CEDF)

    Federal Government Creative Economy Development Fund 2025 (CEDF) For Nigerians: APPLY

    May 7, 2025
    Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2025 Italy

    Italian Government MAECI Scholarship 2025: How To Apply

    April 26, 2025
    UNESCO NESTLE Youth Impact Programme

    UNESCO Nestle Youth Impact Programme 2025 (Because You Matter)

    March 23, 2025
    Providus Bank SheThrives Program

    Providus Bank SheThrives Program 2025: How To Apply

    January 31, 2025
    2024 EduStipend Laptop Initiative

    2024 Edustipend Laptop Support Initiative: Empowering Online Learning

    August 23, 2024
    University of Guelph Scholarship Canada

    University of Guelph Scholarship Canada 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 14, 2025
    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship USA

    University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship 2025 USA: Fully Funded Graduate Assistantship

    May 14, 2025
    OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

    OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

    May 13, 2025
    Simmons University Undergraduate Scholarship

    Simmons University Undergraduate Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

    May 12, 2025
  • Scholarships by Country
    • African Scholarships
    • Asian Scholarships
    • Australian Scholarships
    • Canada Scholarships
    • European Scholarships
    • UK Scholarships
    • USA Scholarships
  • Scholarship Support
  • Graduate Trainees
  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
Scholars WorldScholars World
Home»Scholarships»Top 15 Oil and Gas Scholarships for Nigerian Students: Updated List
Scholarships

Top 15 Oil and Gas Scholarships for Nigerian Students: Updated List

Scholars WorldBy Scholars WorldApril 3, 2025Updated:April 7, 2025
Facebook Twitter Telegram WhatsApp
Top 15 oil and Gas Scholarships in Nigeria
Top 15 oil and Gas Scholarships in Nigeria

Oil and Gas Scholarships in Nigeria are annually offered to Nigerian undergraduate and postgraduate students as support for the education of academically sound students.

The Oil Company Scholarships are part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs of these companies to the Nigerian populace. It is a form of ‘give back’ to society, especially the oil-producing areas of the country.  

In this post, we will highlight a list of the top 11 Oil and Gas Scholarships for Nigerians, as well as their individual rewards and benefits.

What are Oil and Gas Scholarships?

Oil and Gas Scholarships are educational opportunities offered by foreign and local oil exploration companies operating within the borders of Nigeria.

These oil company scholarships are usually offered in conjunction with the Nigeria National Petroleum Commission (NNPC) – the country’s petroleum regualtory body- as a “Joint Venture” scholarship.

Click to join our Whatsapp and Telegram groups to receive daily updates on admissions and scholarships.

 

WhatsApp
  • Scholars World Scholarships 1
  • Scholars World Scholarships 2 
  • Scholars World WhatsApp Channel
Telegram
  • Scholars World Scholarships
  • Scholars World News Alerts

What Companies Offer Oil and Gas Scholarships?

Several companies that annually offer Oil and Gas Scholarships to outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate students include;

  • Nigeria National Petroleum Commission  (NNPC)
  • Shell Nigeria Exploration and Production Company (SNEPCo)
  • Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Limited (SPDC)
  • Seplat Energy Nigeria Limited
  • Chevron Energy
  • ExxonMobil Nigeria
  • TotalEnergies Nigeria
  • Nigeria Agip Oil Company (NAOC)
  • Offshore Technology (Agbami)
  • Midwestern Oil and Gas Nigeria
  • Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC)

Top 11 Oil and Gas Scholarships in Nigeria

PTDF Scholarships

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund annually offers comprehensive oil and gas scholarships to Nigerian students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund was established for the training of Nigerians to qualify as graduates, professionals, technicians and craftsmen in the field of Engineering, Geology, Science and Management in the petroleum sector.

Types of PTDF Scholarships and Their Rewards

  • PTDF Undergraduate Scholarships

This scholarships awards N625,000 as the first payment, and subsequently pays successful candidates a sum of N500,000 per year.

  • PTDF Postgraduate Scholarship

The postgraduate PTDF scholarship is further divided into Local & Overseas categories. Local recipients get an annual N700,000 award from PTDF.

PTDF Overseas Scholarship beneficiaries get a fully funded offer that covers tuition, travel costs, accommodation, living expenses, and other associated costs to study in France, UK, and Germany.

All PTDF Scholars are usually awarded a laptop computer. The PTDF Scholarship is arguably the highest-paying among all the oil company scholarships.

Apply for PTDF Scholarship (Local)
Apply for PTDF Scholarship (Overseas)

NLNG Scholarships

Another host of prominent oil and gas scholarships is the NLNG.

The Nigeria Liquified Natural Gas (NLNG) has a four-tier scholarship programme which channels support for human capital development and encourages high performance;

  • NLNG Post Primary Scholarship

The scheme aims at supporting high-performing basic six pupils in the company’s host communities and the oil-producing states of Nigeria to access secondary school education uninterruptedly. 

  • ​​NLNG Undergraduate Scholarship

Many undergraduates from various universities in Nigeria have benefited from the scholarship scheme.

Reward:

₦300, 000 per awardee for an academic year, and it runs throughout the duration of the student’s course. 

  • NLNG Overseas Post Graduate Scholarship
This scheme was launched in October 2012 with an annual intake of 15 beneficiaries to study in leading UK universities with an award value ranging between N9 and N11 million, depending on the course of study and course duration. 
Other NLNG Initiatives:
  • NLNG Prize for Science Innovation
  • NLNG Prize for Literature
  • NLNG Prize for Literary Criticism
  • NLNG Scholarship for Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
Apply Here

Explore more scholarship opportunities below.

Saudi Arabia Government Scholarships

Saudi Arabia Government Scholarships 2025 (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD): Fully Funded Opportunity

May 9, 2025
French Embassy in Nigeria Scholarship

2025 French Embassy in Nigeria Scholarship for Nigerian Students: Fully Funded Opportunity

November 13, 2024
Open Doors Russian Scholarship

2025 Open Doors Russian Scholarship for International Students (Undergraduate & Postgraduate)

September 10, 2024
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship

Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

August 3, 2024

NNPC SNEPCo Scholarship 2025 (Shell Nigeria Exploration Company): Opportunities for Nigerian Students

May 27, 2024
United Nations University Sustainability Scholarship

United Nations University Sustainability Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

January 15, 2025
Load More

NNPC Joint Venture Oil and Gas Scholarships

The NNPC, in conjunction with several oil and gas companies, offers scholarships to outstanding Nigerian students by merit or to students from host communities.

1. NNPC/Seplat Energy Scholarship

  • Benefits: ₦200,000/Yr
  • Eligibility: 200L & above

2. NNPC/SNEPCo National JV Scholarship

  • Benefits: ₦200,000/Yr
  • Eligibility: 200L & above

3. NNPC/NAOC/SPDC/TotalEnergies National JV Scholarship

  • Benefits: ₦200,000/Yr
  • Eligibility: 200L & above

4. NNPC/Chevron Scholarship

  • Eligibility: 200L & above
  • Reward: ₦200,000/Yr

5. NNPC/Agbami Scholarship

  • Eligibility: 100L 
  • Reward: ₦200,000/Yr

6. NNPC/TotalEnergies International Scholarship (France)

  • Eligibility: Postgraduate
  • Benefits: Full Scholarship + Travel + Accommodation + Living Allowance

7. NNPC/ExxonMobil National JV Scholarship

  • Eligibility: 200L 
  • Benefits: ₦200,000

More on Oil Company Scholarships in Nigeria

8. Midwestern Oil and Gas JV Scholarship

  • Eligibility: Secondary School & 200L Undergraduates
  • Benefits: ₦150,000/Yr

9. WAPCo Scholarship

  • Eligibility: 200L 
  • Benefits: ₦400,00 per year

10. NNPC Agip Scholarship (Local & Overseas) 

  • Eligibility: Postgraduates
  • Benefits: Benefits: Full Scholarship + Travel + Accommodation + Living Allowance

11. NNPC Oando Scholarship 

  • Eligibility: 100L 
  • Benefits: ₦200,00 per year

NDDC Scholarships (Niger Delta Development Commission)

The Niger Delta Development Commission also offers scholarships to students from oil-producing states in  Nigeria to pursue petroleum-related courses overseas (any country) at the postgraduate level.

Selected candidates are awarded full scholarships that will cover the entire costs of their tuition, travel to and from their host country, accommodation, living, and study allowances.

The NDDC Scholarship is currently ongoing, Here is a step-by-step guide on how to apply

Get the latest Admission, UTME, Post UTME, and Scholarship alerts from Scholars World.

 

 

Common Requirements for Oil and Gas Scholarships

To apply for oil and gas scholarships, candidates must meet the following criteria;

  • Be in 100L/200L of their undergraduate study  or have completed a bachelor’s degree.
  • Possess a CGPA of at least 3.5/5.0
  • Be pursuing courses related to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Law, Accountancy, and Management courses
  • Possess 5 O’Level credits including Mathematics and English in one sitting
  • Maintain a 3.5/5.0 CGPA till the end of the program to retain his/her scholarship

Tips to Win Oil and Gas Scholarships in Nigeria

  • Be pursuing a course these scholarships consider eligible
  • Ensure to have strong O’ level results
  • Guide and guard your CGPA. This cannot be stressed enough
  • Apply as soon as possible
  • Incomplete applications are time-wasting, your application will not be considered
  • Prepare for the aptitude tests (use past questions) as much as possible. This is the determining step

Oil and Gas Scholarships For Nigerians: Conclusion

Oil and Gas Scholarships in Nigeria are awarded annually to academically outstanding students across all levels of study.

The scholarships are offered annually to their respective beneficiaries from the period of award till the completion of their education from the university.

We enjoin you to apply for these opportunities as they not only support you financially, they also help in career development, industry exposure, and personal development.

Click Here For More Opportunities
Share This Post

Share. Facebook Twitter Tumblr Telegram Email
Previous ArticleNNPC Agip Postgraduate Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity
Next Article Wema Bank Hackathon 2025 Hackaholics: ₦150M Prizes To Be Won

Related Posts

University of Guelph Scholarship Canada

University of Guelph Scholarship Canada 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity

May 14, 2025By SW AdminUpdated:May 14, 2025
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship USA

University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship 2025 USA: Fully Funded Graduate Assistantship

May 14, 2025By Scholars WorldUpdated:May 14, 2025
OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

OML 17 Heirs of Tomorrow University Scholarship Scheme (HOTSS)

May 13, 2025By Scholars WorldUpdated:May 13, 2025
Search Here...
Google Search
Advertisement
Advertisement
TOP SCHOLARSHIPS
Khalifa University Scholarship

Khalifa University Scholarship UAE 2025 for International Students: Application Guide

May 12, 2025
Saudi Arabia Government Scholarships

Saudi Arabia Government Scholarships 2025 (Undergraduate, Masters, PhD): Fully Funded Opportunity

May 9, 2025
King AbdulAziz University Scholarship

Fully Funded King AbdulAziz University Scholarship 2025 in Saudi Arabia (How To Apply)

May 3, 2025
King Abdullah University KAUST Scholarship

2025 KAUST Scholarship at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology: Fully Funded Opportunity

May 2, 2025
Load More
Advertisement
MUST READ
Advantages of Speaking Multiple Languages

Advantages of Speaking Multiple Languages in Today’s World

January 10, 2024
2023 Ongoing Undergraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students

APPLY: Ongoing Undergraduate Scholarships for Nigerian Students

October 5, 2023
How To Write a Scholarship Application Letter

How To Write a Scholarship Application Letter: Step-by-Step Guide

January 5, 2025
AI for students with disabilities

How to Use AI for Students With Disabilities: Tech Revolution for All

October 25, 2024
Load More
Scholars World
Scholars World

"At Scholars World, our mission is to empower prospective university students, undergraduates, and postgraduates by providing them with timely educational news and invaluable scholarship opportunities. We are dedicated to equipping individuals with the latest insights and information to make informed decisions about their academic journeys."
We're social. Connect with us:

Facebook X (Twitter) WhatsApp Telegram
Navigation
  • Home
  • About Us
  • Undergraduate Scholarships
  • Postgraduate Scholarships
  • Internships
  • Fellowships
  • Competitions
  • Blog
Recent Posts
  • GTBank Entry Level Program 2025: Empowering Young Graduates
  • Dangote Graduate Trainee 2025 Program: Opportunity for Young Nigerians
  • University of Guelph Scholarship Canada 2025: Fully Funded Opportunity
  • University of Nebraska-Lincoln Scholarship 2025 USA: Fully Funded Graduate Assistantship
  • ExxonMobil Graduate Internship Programme 2025: Apply Now
  • Privacy Policy – Scholars World
  • Get In Touch
  • About Us
  • Disclaimer
  • Terms and Conditions
  • Privacy Policy

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

Ad Blocker Detected!
Ad Blocker Detected!
Our website is made possible by displaying online advertisements to our visitors. Please support us by disabling your Ad Blocker.