The Federal Scholarship Board (FSB), operating under the Federal Ministry of Education, has officially opened applications for Nigerian students seeking to participate in the 2026/2027 Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan (CSFP).
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Qualification Requirements
Candidates interested in applying must satisfy these criteria:
- Academic Standards:
For Master’s degree seekers: First Class Honours or Second Class Upper Division from undergraduate studies.
For doctoral candidates: Second Class Lower Division (additional conditions apply).
- Additional Prerequisites:
Completion of National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) with a valid discharge certificate or exemption documentation.
Successful admission to a minimum of two universities in the United Kingdom.
Doctoral applicants must provide endorsement documentation from their prospective UK host institution.
Application forms require printing before electronic submission.
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Key Information
Cost Details:
The Federal Scholarship Board emphasises that this application process involves no fees whatsoever.
Candidates should remain vigilant against fraudulent payment requests.
Contact Information:
The Federal Scholarship Board headquarters is located at Plot 245, Samuel Ademulegun Street, Central Business District, Abuja.
Scholarship Benefits
- Recipients of this distinguished award will receive:
- Complete financial coverage for Master’s or doctoral studies in the United Kingdom.
- Access to exceptional academic and career development prospects.
- Membership in the international Commonwealth scholarly community.
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Application Timeline:
Portal Launch: September 2, 2025
Final Submission Date: October 14, 2025
Click HERE to apply for a master’s scholarship.
Click HERE to apply for PHD scholarship.
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