TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship 2026 | Study in Nigeria — TotalEnergies Nigeria
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First and second year undergraduates at any NUC-accredited Nigerian university have a yearly chance at one of the oil and gas sector’s most generous merit-based awards.
About the Scholarship
TotalEnergies runs its National Merit Scholarship as an annual educational intervention supporting Nigerian undergraduate students. Open to students of all NUC-accredited Nigerian universities rather than a narrow list of partner institutions, the scheme reflects the company’s broad, nationwide approach to supporting early-stage undergraduates regardless of which accredited university they attend.
Scholarship Benefits
- An annual grant of up to ₦200,000 paid until the end of the beneficiary’s programme
- Open nationwide to students at all NUC-accredited Nigerian universities
- Backing from one of the world’s leading oil and gas companies operating in Nigeria
- A merit-based structure that rewards strong early academic performance
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be first or second year undergraduates at an NUC-accredited Nigerian university. As a merit scholarship, strong academic performance is central to selection, and specific CGPA or result thresholds are published when TotalEnergies opens its application window each cycle.
Fields of Study Covered
The scholarship is open across disciplines at NUC-accredited universities, since it functions as a national merit award rather than being restricted to a single field of study.
Required Documents
- Admission letter confirming first or second year status
- Academic transcript or result summary
- Valid means of identification
- Passport photograph
- Any additional documents specified on the official application portal
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
1. Visit TotalEnergies Nigeria’s official channels to confirm the scholarship application window is open.
2. Confirm your first or second year status at an NUC-accredited university.
3. Complete the official application form with accurate academic and personal details.
4. Upload all required supporting documents as specified.
5. Submit before the 1st of July deadline and retain your application confirmation.
Selection Process
TotalEnergies reviews applications for eligibility and academic merit, confirming year of study and institutional accreditation. Shortlisted candidates are confirmed as beneficiaries and notified directly, with the award continuing annually until the end of the programme for those who remain eligible.
Tips to Improve Your Chances
Submit your application well ahead of the 1st of July deadline, since merit-based corporate scholarships of this scale typically draw a very large applicant pool each cycle. Keep your academic transcript as strong as possible in your first and second year, since this is the specific window the scholarship targets. Students interested in a comparable energy sector alternative can also review the NNPC/Seplat JV National Undergraduate Scholarship for a further option open to continuing undergraduates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can final year students apply for this scholarship?
No, the scheme is specifically targeted at first and second year undergraduates.
Is the scholarship restricted to a specific course of study?
No, it is open across disciplines at NUC-accredited Nigerian universities.
How much does the scholarship pay?
Selected candidates receive up to ₦200,000 annually until the end of their programme.
What is the application deadline?
The 2026 cycle closes on 1st July 2026.
Can students at private universities apply?
Eligibility is based on NUC accreditation, so students should confirm their institution’s accreditation status before applying.
Is there a fee to apply for this scholarship?
No, genuine TotalEnergies scholarship applications should not require a payment.
How will I know if I am selected?
Selected beneficiaries are typically notified directly through the contact details submitted during application.
Does the award continue automatically after the second year?
Yes, successful beneficiaries generally continue receiving support until the end of their programme, subject to the scheme’s terms.
Does TotalEnergies provide any career exposure alongside the scholarship?
While the scholarship itself centres on the annual financial grant, beneficiaries of large energy sector scholarships sometimes gain visibility for future internship or graduate opportunities with the sponsor.
Can a student lose the scholarship partway through their programme?
Continuation generally depends on maintaining the academic standards communicated at selection, so a significant drop in performance could affect ongoing eligibility.
Is there a specific GPA scale used for this scholarship?
Specific GPA thresholds are communicated by TotalEnergies when the application window opens, since Nigerian universities can use slightly different grading scales.
Where can applicants direct questions about the scholarship?
TotalEnergies Nigeria’s official communication channels and university liaison offices are the most reliable points of contact for specific questions about the current cycle’s requirements.