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Apply for a NELFUND student loan

Interest-free loans covering tuition and upkeep for eligible students.

The Nigerian Education Loan Fund provides interest-free loans to students of public tertiary institutions to cover tuition and a monthly upkeep stipend.

Who is eligible

Nigerian students admitted to a public tertiary institution, with a NIN and BVN.

Students Young people Low-income households

How to apply

  1. 1 Create an account on the NELFUND portal
  2. 2 Verify with your NIN, BVN and JAMB details
  3. 3 Submit your application
  4. 4 Track approval and disbursement online
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Nigerian Education Loan Fund
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Official website
https://nelf.gov.ng

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Register for JAMB UTME or Direct Entry

Register for the exam that admits you into Nigerian tertiary institutions.

Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board
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Apply for a Federal Government scholarship

Merit scholarships for undergraduate and postgraduate study.

Federal Ministry of Education