Apply Now: NNPC – Renaissance JV University Scholarship 2026

The Renaissance African Energy Company Limited (Renaissance), operator of the NNPC/Renaissance/TotalEnergies/AENR Joint Venture (Renaissance JV), is officially inviting applications from suitably qualified Nigerian students for the 2026 NNPC-RENAISSANCE JV University Scholarship.

If you are looking for financial support to complete your university education, this is a golden opportunity. This prestigious undergraduate scholarship aims to promote academic excellence and improve the educational attainment of young Nigerians by providing a continuous educational grant for the duration of their degree program.

Overview: NNPC JV University Scholarship

• Application Deadline: May 30, 2026
• Type: Undergraduate
• Sponsor: NNPC / Renaissance JV

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive a yearly educational scholarship grant designed to cover educational expenses for the entire duration of their undergraduate degree program.

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Eligibility & Requirements

This merit-based scholarship is divided into two major categories:

1. National Merit Award (NM): Open to all Nigerians.
2. Areas of Operation Merit Award: Exclusively open to Nigerians who are indigenes of Renaissance’s operational areas in Bayelsa, Delta, Imo, and Rivers States.

General Requirements for All Applicants:

• Must be a citizen of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
• Must be a registered FULL-TIME undergraduate student in an accredited University in Nigeria.
• Must be in 200 Level with documented proof of admission into an undergraduate program for the 2024/2025 academic session.
• Must not currently be a beneficiary of any other scholarship from an entity operating in the Oil and Gas Industry (whether national or international).

Required Application Documents

Ensure you have clear, scanned copies of the following documents ready for upload.

• Passport photograph with a white background (not older than 3 months, 450px by 450px).
• Valid School ID card.
• University or JAMB (UTME or Direct Entry) Admission letter.
• Official JAMB Result.
• 2024/2025 Academic Transcript (Your 100-level result).
• Letter of Identification from your State (Showing Local Government of Origin).

⚠️ Important Formatting Rules:

• Each document attachment must not exceed 200KB.
• All images must be in JPEG format.
• Ensure every document is accurately named according to what it represents to avoid mix-ups during the review process.

Selection Process & Important Notices

• It is 100% FREE: RENAISSANCE and its Joint Venture partners DO NOT demand payment from applicants. The application is entirely free of charge.
• No Agents Used: The sponsors do not assign ‘Representatives’ or ‘Agents’ to assist applicants.
• Testing: Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the proctored computer-based test.
• Communication: Only successful candidates at each selection stage will be contacted.
• Official Portal Only: Applications must be processed ONLY through the official Renaissance African Energy Company portal.

Application Deadline

The application portal opens on April 30, 2026, and officially closes on May 30, 2026.

How to Apply (Step-by-Step Guide)

Before you begin, ensure you have a valid personal email account and an active phone number for consistent communication.

For Operational Area Award Applicants: You are required to provide scanned copies of letters of identification stamped and signed by:

1. The Paramount Ruler of the Community; AND
2. The Chairman of the Community Development Committee or Community Executive Council (CDC or CEC). Note: These letters should be addressed to: The Manager, Social Performance, Renaissance African Energy Company Limited, Industrial Area, Rumubiakani, Port Harcourt, Rivers State.

Step-by-Step Online Application Process:

1. Visit the official portal at Scholastica.ng to start your application.
2. Click on “Register” to create a new account using your email address.
3. Go to your email inbox and click the link to activate your account.
4. Log in using your registered email and password.
5. Carefully enter your personal information, educational background, and bank account details.
6. Upload all required scanned documents. (Ensure the name used in your application perfectly matches the names on all your documentation in the exact same order).
7. Review all uploaded documents to eliminate any errors.
8. Return to the specific scholarship page via this application link.
9. Click “Apply Now” to submit your information.
10. You will receive an email and an SMS confirming that your application was submitted successfully.