How to Apply for Ekiti State Government Scholarship and Bursary Award

The Ekiti State Government Scholarship and Bursary Award for 2024 is now open for applications.

This opportunity offers financial support to students at all levels of higher education, from undergraduates to postgraduates.

Scholarship Awards Eligibility

To qualify for the Ekiti State Government Scholarship Award, applicants must meet the following conditions:

• Be in their 2nd year or above in their course of study.
• Possess a WASSCE/NECO certificate with at least five credits, including English Language and Mathematics, in one sitting.
• Maintain a minimum CGPA of 4.0 for university students or its equivalent, 3.50 for polytechnics, and 3.50 for NCE students.

For Master’s Degree and Ph.D. candidates, a 2nd Class Upper Division at the undergraduate level is required. Ph.D. applicants must have a distinction in their Master’s Degree. A letter of recommendation from the Head of Department is also necessary.

Physically challenged students in universities, polytechnics, colleges of education, and schools of nursing/midwifery are eligible for the Handicapped Scholarship Award.

Part-time and Sandwich students are not eligible for this award.

Bursary Awards Eligibility

All students in undergraduate programmes, polytechnics, colleges of education, and health institutions are eligible for the Ekiti State Government Bursary Award.

Application Process

Free application forms are available for eligible students. You can collect the forms at the Ekiti State Scholarship Board, located at the New Secretariat, Ado-Ekiti.

You can also apply online through the Ekiti State Scholarship Board application portal.

Application Period

The application period starts from 1st September and ends on 31st October, 2024.

Late applications will not be accepted by the board.

Do not miss this chance to secure financial aid for your education.