Akwa Ibom State Government Bursary Program for Undergraduates 2026

The Akwa Ibom State Government Bursary Program provides direct financial support to indigenes studying in public tertiary institutions across Nigeria, with funds disbursed annually to verified bank accounts.

What it offers

• ₦50,000 bursary paid directly to verified student bank accounts each academic session.
• Special program for students with disabilities offering up to ₦300,000 per student.
• Funds disbursed annually as part of the government’s ongoing investment in education.

Who can apply

• Must be an indigene of Akwa Ibom State (valid Certificate of Origin required).
• Must be enrolled in a public (government-owned) tertiary institution in Nigeria.
• Must be a current, full-time undergraduate or postgraduate student.
• Must possess a valid National Identification Number (NIN) that matches school records.
• Must not be a beneficiary of any other government-sponsored scholarship or bursary scheme.

What you'll do

• Create an account on the official bursary portal using your NIN, email, phone number, and student registration/matriculation number.
• Complete the application form and upload required documents:
  • Valid Student ID Card
  • Admission Letter
  • Certificate of State of Origin
  • School Fee Receipt (Remita RRR or AkwaRemit ARN)
  • Recent Passport Photograph

How to apply

1. Register on the official bursary portal with your personal details.
2. Fill out the application form and upload required documents.
3. Undergo automated verification (NIN matched, enrollment confirmed, fee receipt verified).
4. Receive bursary directly to your bank account upon successful verification.

Good to know

• The entire process is completely free; the government will never request payment.
• Beware of fraudsters claiming to process applications.
• Students with disabilities are pre-registered by the Ministry of Education and can claim their grant by searching with their email and matric number.
• AkwaRemit receipts are accepted and verified automatically.