PROCESS FOR ELIGIBILITY FOR PICFI UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP AWARD

Any prospective beneficiary must 

• Be a certified full-time student of any Nigerian Federal or State University at the time of this application
• Not be above 25 years of age by 31st December 2025
• Be in 200 Level and must have a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of not less than 3.5 / Second Class Upper
• Not be on any other scholarship award from other companies or agencies.
• Be willing to come in person for a retreat at the PICFI national prayer conference

COURSE OF STUDY

Only candidates currently enrolled in disciplines related to the following areas should apply;

• Sciences/Applied Sciences
• Engineering/Engineering Technology
• Mathematics
• Law
• Economics 
• Accounting
  

APPLICATION PROCESS

All applications MUST include scanned copies of the following documents:

• Passport sized photograph
• University admission letter
• University student ID card
• Signed transcript /statement of result

Entry closes on August 16, 2025.

Please note that

• Applicants must fill in valid contact details
• Applicants will be disqualified for incomplete attachments, incorrect information supplied, and non-adherence to advertised criteria
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to take an aptitude test 

Application is open to 200 level students only.

1. Before you start this application, ensure you have clearly scanned copies of the following documents

• Passport photograph with white background not more than 3 months old (450px by 450px not more than 200kb)
• School ID Card
• Admission Letter
• Birth Certificate

2. Ensure the documents are named according to what they represent to avoid mixing up documents during upload
3. Ensure you attach the appropriate documents when asked to upload
4. Ensure to provide a valid Email and Phone Contact for effective communication 

To apply, follow the steps below:
1.    Click on "Apply Now" tab.
2.    Click on "Register Now" to create an account. 
3.    Proceed to your email inbox to activate your account 
4.    Click on https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/picfischolarship to return to the Scholarship site 
5.    Enter your registered email and password to upload your information. 
6.    Enter your personal information, National Identification Number (if available), educational information, other information and upload required scanned documents. 
7.    Ensure the name used in the application matches the names on all documentation in the same order. Upload an affidavit or certificate if otherwise. 
8.    Ensure you view all documents after uploading to eliminate errors during uploading. 
9.    When asked to upload a photo, a passport photograph with a white background is preferable. 
10.  Recheck application information to avoid errors 
11.  Click "Apply Now" to submit information 
12.  You will receive an email and an sms that confirms your application was successful. 
13.  Return to https://candidate.scholastica.ng, enter your Email and Password to download your profile and proceed to have your Head of Department sign the document. 
14.  Upload a scanned copy of the signed profile. This will be used for verification. 
15.  If National Identification Number (NIN) was not available in step 6, to obtain your National Identification Number (NIN) 

• Visit http://ninenrol.gov.ng to register and learn more about the National Identity Number   
• Click "Create Account" and fill in the required  fields   
• Login with Email and Password to complete the form   
• After completion, schedule a date for photo and finger print capture   
• Visit any of the capture centres https://www.nimc.gov.ng/?q=nin-registration-centres  to complete the registration process and obtain your National Identity Number   
• You can also do your total registration at the NIMC office 

16. Return to https://candidate.scholastica.ng/schemes/picfischolarship and update application with National Identification Number (NIN) to ensure completion

Note: 
Multiple applications attract a disqualification penalty from the Scholarship board
Obtaining NIN is not compulsory in order to complete your application

1.       How do I apply for the 2025 PICFI Undergraduate Scholarship Award? 
If you meet the requirements for the scholarship award, please complete the application form accessible from the online application link inside the scholarship advert.   
2.      Who is eligible for the PICFI Undergraduate Scholarship Award? 
The application is open to university undergraduates (Federal or State Universities) in 200 Level only. 
3.     Is it compulsory to get my NIN before I submit my application? 
No. You are advised to apply before the application deadline and update your profile later after you have obtained your NIN.
4.      I am a current scholarship beneficiary from another organisation, do I still need to apply? No. Current beneficiaries of other scholarship awards should not apply for this scheme.
5.      I am a current scholarship beneficiary from an International Oil and Gas Company, do I still need to apply? No. Current beneficiaries of an International Oil and Gas scholarship scheme are expected to benefit from only one scholarship scheme. Hence, they are not eligible to apply to this scheme.
6.      What do I major in to apply for the scholarship?  The application is only open to university undergraduates studying Sciences, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Professional Courses, e.g. Law, Accounting, etc. 
7.      Do I need to be accepted into a particular institution before I apply for the scholarships? 
Applicants must have gained full-time admission into any recognised Federal or State-owned Nigerian University.
8.      Can I send an open application? 
No. Application is strictly done through the application portal.
9.      Will you confirm receipt of my application? 
Once you submit your online application form, you will be sent an automated email acknowledging receipt of your application. You will subsequently be contacted if you make the Aptitude test shortlist.
9.      What happens to my online application? 
Applications are stored in a database; after the closing date, they are evaluated, and a shortlist is compiled of qualified applicants. Applicants who did not qualify for the scholarship will be notified at the end of the scholarship campaign.
10.    How do I create my profile? 
Visit https://candidate.scholastica.ng/ and click on Register to create an account, activate your account via your email and return to https://candidate.scholastica.ng/ to complete your user profile. Ensure you click the 2025 PICFI Scholarship to open the scholarship page. Then click “Apply” in the top right-hand corner of your screen to apply.
11.   Can I change my profile details? 
Yes, you can. You are responsible for the correctness of the details provided. To correct errors after submission of your application, kindly log on to your Scholastica profile, click on “My Account”, a dropdown appears, then click on “My Messages”. You will be directed to a page where you can directly send a message to the scholarship administrator stating your corrections. The corrections will be effected and a mail will be sent to you confirming it.
12.   Can I change the course (programme) or institution in my application, and can I add information to my application after submitting?
You cannot make any changes or additions to your application once submitted, and the deadline has passed. Applications that are not complete when submitted will be cancelled and will not be considered. However, if the application deadline has not passed, you can edit/make changes to your application online. Refer to question 11 on how to do this.
13.   When my details have been corrected after I applied, is this correction effected in my application, or do I have to reapply? 
No, you don't have to reapply. Corrections made before the application deadline will be used during shortlisting.
14.   Where can I upload my passport photograph and other required documents? 
During the creation of your profile, click on the tab “Passport Photograph” and upload your passport in JPEG format, not larger than 200KB in size. To upload other documents, click on the tab “Documents”, select the appropriate document from the drop-down list and upload.
15.   What is the maximum size and image format of passport photographs and other required documents? 
Each document size should not be more than 200KB, and the image format must be in JPEG.
16.    I cannot find my course of study in the dropdown list online. What do I do? 
If your course of study is not on the list, send an email to scholastica@dragnet-solutions.com stating the name of your course of study, Faculty, CGPA Scale and name of institution. You will be notified in less than 24 hours via email once it has been added
17.   How do I know my application has been received? 
When you submit your application online, you automatically receive confirmation of receipt by email. Please note that your email provider may see this confirmation email as spam, so check if your junk or spam folder contains an email sent by admin@scholastica.ng. You can visit your profile to view the status of your application.
18.    I am unable to submit my application before the deadline. Can I submit it after the deadline? 
No. E-Application closes after the stipulated deadline.
19.   Do I need to pay to facilitate the application? 
You are strongly advised not to patronise anyone by cash or kind. This award is strictly based on merit and meeting the award criteria. Note: Please ensure you understand the Instructions carefully before you start this application to avoid errors and disqualification.
20.   Must I be of a certain age to qualify for the scholarship? 
Yes. You must not be above 25 years of age by 31st December 2025
21.   When is the scholarship application due? 
The application deadline is strictly Saturday, 16th August 2025. Students are encouraged to submit their applications well in advance of the deadline.
22.   What must I submit with my application to ensure it is a complete application? 
You must read the scholarship award information carefully and provide the documentation requested in the Eligibility Requirements section. 
23.   Can I fax or email the application or its components to the Scholarship Team? 
No. Faxed or emailed applications or components will not be accepted.
24.   Can I apply through the Representative in my university or hometown? 
No.
   

For enquiries, complaints and technical assistance:
Contact email: scholastica@dragnet-solutions.com 
Phone number: +234 (0) 700 123 7880
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