Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) Nigeria
2026
Information
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund is a government-backed financial support program created to help Nigerian students cover tuition fees and upkeep while studying. It provides interest-free loans to verified students enrolled in eligible public universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and technical schools, with disbursement that matches institutional charges and monthly upkeep where applicable.
Benefits
Disburses funds to cover tuition and upkeep; repayment follows after completion, with monthly instalments for upkeep where applicable; no interest charged.
Eligibility
Open to Nigerian citizens studying in eligible public universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and technical schools, with verification of admission and student status.
Application
Apply through the NELFUND portal; follow documented steps and provide required admission and student details.
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