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Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF) Overseas Postgraduate Scholarship
Awarding Body: Petroleum Technology Development Fund (Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources)
Flagship federal government overseas scholarship enabling exceptional Nigerian graduates to pursue Masters (M.Sc) and PhD degrees at leading international universities in energy-related disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria & Academic Requirements
DELSU graduates with a minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1) in a relevant first degree, or Second Class Lower (2:2) with significant industry or research experience. Must have completed NYSC or possess an official Exemption Certificate. Valid National Identity Number (NIN).
Required Documents Checklist
- DELSU Official Degree Certificate or Statement of Result
- DELSU Academic Transcript (Transmitted to PTDF screening panel)
- NYSC Discharge Certificate or Exemption Letter
- Comprehensive 1,000-word Statement of Purpose / Study Plan
- Local Government Certificate of Origin
- Valid International Passport
Application Procedure
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