Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) is a Federal Government Parastatal charged with the duty of developing host communities in the oil-rich Niger-Delta region in Nigeria. In addition to the empowerment and community development schemes they have in place, they offer fully-funded Scholarships like the NDDC Scholarship 2021.

In our update today we wish to inform interested persons that NDDC Scholarship 2021 has commenced. We believe this update meets you well if you have been on the search for NDDC Postgraduate Scholarships 2021, NDDC Scholarship for Masters Degree, or ongoing Postgraduate Scholarships in Nigeria.

Additionally, for clarity of purpose, we shall be addressing questions like how much is NDDC Scholarship worth and the NDDC Scholarship test cut-off mark.

NDDC Scholarship 2021 ( What You Should Know )

Like we said earlier it was established for the development of the Niger Delta region, especially the oil-producing communities. The scheme has sponsored over 100,000 Niger Deltans in Postgraduate Scholarships. It has also been able to give out undergraduate Scholarships in Nigeria to well-deserving students with sound academic records. A good number of NDDC Scholarships are need-based, however, you are also expected to meet up with some academic requirements before you can benefit.

With over N10billion spent on Scholarships, NDDC is currently at the forefront of helping individuals achieve academic excellence in the country. Though it is made mainly for Niger-Deltans, there have been situations where exceptions were made about that.

It might interest you to know that a good number of NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship winners are sponsored in Universities outside the country. Which goes a long way to tell you how adequately funded NDDC Scholarships are.

Furthermore, the NDDC Scholarship Application form is not for sale. Report any individual soliciting money to issue you the form. The Commission has had series of controversies trailing its graduate and undergraduate Scholarships in Nigeria. According to officials, NDDC Scholarship winners are selected in a very transparent manner that allows everyone an equal opportunity.

Eligibility for NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship

Before you proceed to fill the NDDC Scholarship Application form. Read the requirements as outlined in the NDDC Scholarship portal.

1. Must have obtained a minimum of a first-degree certificate from a recognized university.
2. Nothing less than Second class lower especially for those applying for Masters and Postgraduate Scholarship.
3. Individuals already studying at foreign Universities are not eligible to apply.

4. Guarantor’s written consent of good conduct of the applicant from any of the following persons from the applicant’s Community/Clan.

 Member of National Assembly/State House of Assembly
Chairman of LGA                                                                                                                                                                               First Class Traditional ruler
High Court Judge

5. Do not obtain NDDC Scholarship Application form if you have a criminal record.

6. Must have gained provisional admission to study the scholarship sponsored course in any University overseas

NDDC Foreign Scholarship Eligible States

Like we said earlier in the article, Only NDDC member states can apply for this Scholarship Unless there is a special provision. Our team here has listed the eligible states. It will help you understand more about how to apply for the NDDC Scholarship.

Based on an obtained list from the NDDC Scholarship portal below is the full list.

Abia, Akwa Ibom, Bayelsa, Cross River, Delta, Edo, Imo, Ondo, and the Rivers States.

NDDC Scholarship Worth

Initially, when we started the post we highlighted that we would touch on the question of how much is NDDC Scholarship worth. In a release made available to the public by officials, we were made to understand that it varies.  Winners can receive as much as $20,000 which, however, comes down to the course of study.

It covers tuition, living expenses, accommodation, books, e.t.c.

Accredited NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship Courses

The scholarship affords sponsorship for a wide range of courses ranging from Arts, Science to Medicine Disciplines.

• Agricultural Sciences
• Engineering
• Environmental Sciences
• Geosciences
• Information Technology
• Law     
• Management Sciences
• Medicine
• Education
• Humanities

How to Apply for NDDC Post Graduate Scholarship 2021

Interested Persons should proceed to the  Application webpage to commence your Application and fill up the required fields. Among the required attachments are.

• A most recent passport photograph.
• An LGA letter of identification.
• An admission letter for a postgraduate degree from any of the foreign Universities.
• The portal will also need an NYSC discharge letter for proper validation. However, those with an exemption letter will have to also fill it.

After completing your Application always check your email for further details. NDDC Scholarship shortlisted persons would be posted on the website.

Visit the NDDC website for more information.

Deadline for the NDDC Post Graduate Scholarship 2021

The deadline for the 2021 NDDC Postgraduate Scholarship application is on the 30th April, 2021

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