Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 PTDF Overseas Scholarship Scheme, a fully funded postgraduate scholarship for qualified Nigerians.
The Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for MSc and PhD programmes at selected institutions in the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Malaysia, and Nigeria.
Scholarship Overview
Host Organization: Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
Study Destinations: UK | France | Germany | Malaysia | Nigeria
Level: Master’s & PhD
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Scholarship Type: Fully Funded
Deadline: February 27, 2026
About the PTDF Scholarship
The PTDF Overseas Scholarship Scheme was established to develop indigenous human capacity and petroleum technology expertise for Nigeria’s oil and gas industry.
The programme provides scholars with access to world-class education, cutting-edge facilities, and global research exposure. The scheme has been restructured to promote capacity development within Nigeria while maintaining international collaboration.
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New Updates for the 2026/2027 PTDF Scholarship
MSc Programmes
Fully funded MSc scholarships available in:
United Kingdom
Germany
France
Malaysia
PhD Programmes
Fully funded PhD scholarships available in:
Germany
France
Malaysia
United Kingdom PhD Programme:
Now offered only as a Split-Site Programme at the PTDF College of Petroleum & Energy Studies, Kaduna (CPESK) in collaboration with:
Robert Gordon University
University of Strathclyde
University of Portsmouth
Eligibility Requirements
MSc Requirements
Applicants must:
Possess a minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1) OR Second Class Lower (2:2) with relevant industry experience
Have completed NYSC
Be computer literate
Have five (5) O’Level credits, including English Language and Mathematics
Submit a Statement of Purpose (maximum 500 words) explaining:
Motivation for the proposed study
Relevance to the oil and gas industry
Expected impact on national development
Have a National Identity Number (NIN) (NIMC verification required)
PhD Requirements
Applicants must:
Have completed NYSC
Be computer literate
Possess five (5) O’Level credits, including English and Mathematics
Hold a minimum of Second Class Lower (2:2) in their first degree and a good postgraduate degree
Submit a research proposal (maximum 5 pages) relevant to the oil and gas industry, covering:
Topic
Introduction
Objectives
Methodology
Data collection method
Lecturers must provide a letter from their Vice-Chancellor confirming they are not receiving another scholarship
Have a valid NIN (NIMC verification required)
Scholarship Benefits
The PTDF Overseas Scholarship covers:
Full tuition fees
Flight tickets
Health insurance
Accommodation allowance
Living expenses and stipends
Bench fees (where applicable)
Required Documents
Applicants must upload scanned copies of the following:
First Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
NYSC Discharge Certificate
WAEC/NECO/GCE results (with PIN for verification)
Recent Passport Photograph
Local Government Identification Letter
Master’s Degree Certificate (PhD applicants only)
Evidence of professional association membership (where applicable)
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online via the official PTDF application portal.
👉 CLICK HERE TO APPLY
Application Deadline
🗓 February 27, 2026
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