The Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP) has opened applications for its 2026/2027 Onshore Scholarship Award. Eligible undergraduate and postgraduate students from the Niger Delta can now register through the official portal, with registration running from Monday, 10 August to Friday, 21 August 2026.
Key Highlights
- Announced by the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Niger Delta and Administrator, Presidential Amnesty Programme (PAP)
- Covers undergraduate and postgraduate studies in Nigerian public and private tertiary institutions
- Application window: 10 to 21 August 2026
- Open only to verified PAP beneficiaries from the nine Niger Delta states
- Applications are submitted through the official OSAPND scholarship portal
Current Update: What the Notice Confirms
According to the official announcement signed by PAP management, the 2026/2027 Onshore Scholarship Award forms part of the Programme’s continuing effort to support human capital development in the Niger Delta. The registration period is confirmed as running from Monday, 10 August to Friday, 21 August 2026, after which the portal is expected to close to new applications.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must meet the following conditions as stated in the official notice:
- Be a verified PAP beneficiary (ex-agitator or from an impacted community) from one of the nine Niger Delta states: Ondo, Edo, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Imo, Abia, Akwa Ibom and Cross River
- For undergraduate applicants: have sat the 2026 UTME, or be a new entrant into a 100-level programme for the 2026/2027 session, with a valid UTME result
- A minimum UTME score is generally required, at a benchmark set by PAP
- Be at least 16 years of age as of September 2026
- Candidates still awaiting WAEC or NECO results are not eligible
- For postgraduate applicants: be a new entrant into a postgraduate course of study for the 2026/2027 session
- Current beneficiaries must maintain a minimum CGPA (about 2.5 on a 5.0 scale, or 2.0 on a 4.0 scale) to remain on the scholarship
- Recipients must not be involved in any conduct that breaches PAP regulations
- Successful applicants may be invited for a written aptitude test and an oral interview
What the Scholarship Covers
Based on the official notice, the award covers:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- A monthly In-Training Allowance (ITA) and book allowance
How to Apply
Visit the official PAP scholarship portal at http://scholarship.osapnd.gov.ng
- Register or log in to create an applicant profile
- Complete the online application form with accurate personal and academic details
- Upload the required supporting documents
- Review all entries carefully before final submission
Applicants should rely only on the official portal and avoid third parties requesting payment to process applications, as the scholarship application itself is free.
Important Dates
Application opening date: Monday, 10 August 2026
Application closing date: Friday, 21 August 2026
Screening, aptitude test and interview dates: not yet officially announced
Next Steps for Applicants
Eligible candidates from the nine Niger Delta states should begin gathering required documents, including UTME results, WAEC or NECO certificates, and identification details, ahead of registration. Applicants should monitor the official portal and their email for further communication on screening or interview schedules once released.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the PAP 2026/2027 scholarship application open?
Yes, registration is open from 10 to 21 August 2026 according to the official notice.
- Who is eligible to apply?
Verified PAP beneficiaries from the nine Niger Delta states meeting the stated undergraduate or postgraduate criteria.
- Where do I apply?
Through the official portal at http://scholarship.osapnd.gov.ng
Is there an application fee?
No fee has been indicated in the official information available.
- When will shortlisted candidates be announced?
This has not yet been officially announced.
Conclusion
The PAP 2026/2027 Onshore Scholarship application portal gives eligible Niger Delta undergraduates and postgraduates a limited window, from 10 to 21 August 2026, to register for support covering tuition, accommodation and a monthly allowance.
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