Are you a Nigerian graduate dreaming of furthering your education abroad? The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) is now accepting applications for its 2025/2026 Overseas Scholarship Scheme. This fully funded postgraduate scholarship supports qualified Nigerians to pursue MSc and PhD programs in leading institutions across the UK, Germany, France, Malaysia, and Nigeria.

What Is the PTDF Overseas Scholarship?

The PTDF, a government agency under Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources, offers this scholarship as part of its mission to develop indigenous capacity for the oil and gas sector. With access to world-class universities, awardees gain cutting-edge skills and knowledge that contribute to national development.

PTDF Scholarship 2025 – Quick Summary

• Sponsor: Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
• Host Countries: United Kingdom, Germany, France, Malaysia, Nigeria
• Eligible Applicants: Nigerian citizens
• Level of Study: Postgraduate (MSc & PhD)
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
• Deadline: June 4, 2025
• Application Portal: Click Here to Apply

What the PTDF Scholarship Covers

Selected candidates will receive full financial support including:

• Tuition and bench fees (where applicable)
• Round-trip international airfare
• Health insurance
• Accommodation and living expenses
• Monthly stipends

MSc Scholarship Requirements

To be eligible for the PTDF MSc Scholarship, you must:

1. Possess at least a Second-Class Upper degree or Second-Class Lower with relevant industry experience.
2. Have completed the NYSC program.
3. Be computer literate.
4. Hold 5 O’level credits (including English & Mathematics).
5. Submit a compelling Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words).
6. Have a National Identification Number (NIN) – verification is required before applying.

PhD Scholarship Requirements

If applying for a PhD award, you must:

1. Have a Second-Class Lower in your first degree plus a strong Master’s degree.
2. Complete NYSC and be computer literate.
3. Provide a research proposal relevant to the oil and gas industry (max. 5 pages).
4. Possess 5 O’level credits (including English & Mathematics).
5. Provide evidence of academic staff status if employed by a Nigerian university.
6. Have a verified NIN.

New Updates on PTDF PhD Scholarship

• PhD awards to the UK are now offered exclusively as Split-Site Programs through the College of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK), in partnership with:
  • Robert Gordon University
  • University of Strathclyde
  • University of Portsmouth

Required Documents for Application

All applicants must upload the following (scanned and clear):

1. First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
2. NYSC Certificate
3. WAEC/NECO/GCE results (with result checker PINs)
4. Recent Passport Photograph
5. Local Government Identification Letter
6. Master’s Certificate (for PhD applicants)
7. Evidence of professional memberships

How to Apply for the PTDF Scholarship 2025

1. Visit the official portal:
2. Create an account or log in
3. Complete the application form
4. Upload all required documents
5. Submit before June 4, 2025

Final Tip

Don’t wait till the deadline! Prepare your documents early and write a strong personal statement tailored to your chosen course and country.

Related posts:

Dr Ben Attah Foundation Scholarship 2025 Rt. Hon. Victor Oko-Jumbo Education Scholarship 2025 Fully Funded Mastercard Undergraduate Scholarships at Makerere University 2025 – Apply Now! Schwarzman Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded Master’s in China