MTN Foundation Scholarship 2026: ₦300,000 for STEM Students

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MTN Foundation scholarship 2026 for Nigerian students

MTN Foundation Scholarship 2026: ₦300,000 for STEM Students If you’re studying a science or technology course in a public school, this one is for you. And it pays well.

The MTN Foundation scholarship 2026 is one of the most reliable awards in Nigeria it’s been running since 2010, and it doesn’t play games with students’ money. Winners in the main category get ₦300,000 to support their studies until graduation.

Welcome back, guys. Let me show you the categories, who qualifies, and how to apply without falling for the fake versions floating around.

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1 The Three Categories

2 Eligibility

3 Step-by-Step Guide

4 Common Mistakes To Avoid

5 Insider Tips

6 Frequently Asked Questions

7 Final Thoughts

The Three Categories

MTN Foundation runs the scholarship in three parts:

MTN Science and Technology Scholarship (STS) for STEM students in public tertiary institutions.
MTN Scholarship for Blind Students (SBS) for blind or visually impaired students, covering all courses.
MTN Top 10 UTME Scholarship for the very top UTME scorers.

So whether you’re a STEM student, a visually impaired student, or a UTME star, there may be a slot for you.

Eligibility

For the main Science and Technology Scholarship, the usual requirements are:

You must be a full-time 300-level student studying a science or technology-related course.
You must be in a public university, polytechnic, or college of education.
A minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or 3.5 on a 5.0 scale (second class upper).

For the Blind Students Scholarship, it’s usually open to 200 or 300 level students across all courses, with its own CGPA terms.

Requirements can shift slightly each year, so confirm the live details on the official portal.

Step-by-Step Guide

Go to the official MTN scholarships page at mtn.ng/scholarships.
Pick the right category for you (STS, SBS, or Top 10 UTME).
Fill the form with your correct CGPA and details.
Upload clear copies of your documents student ID, result, admission details, passport photo.
Submit before the deadline. Recent rounds have closed in mid-year (dates like May and July have appeared) confirm the exact closing date on the portal.

Common Mistakes To Avoid

Applying when you’re in 200 level for the STS (it’s mainly a 300-level award).
Applying from a private school for a category meant for public institutions.
Entering a CGPA that doesn’t match your transcript.
Using a fake “MTN scholarship” link from WhatsApp instead of the official site.

Insider Tips

Confirm your CGPA category carefully 3.0/4.0 and 3.5/5.0 are not the same thing.
Apply early. The portal slows down badly near the deadline.
Keep checking your email and SMS after applying, in case of a test or interview stage.
It’s free to apply. MTN will never ask you to pay to enter.
Keep a clean, working email and check it often. Shortlist and test invitations come by email, and people miss them by ignoring their inbox.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the MTN Foundation scholarship 2026 worth?

The main Science and Technology award is ₦300,000, paid until graduation as long as you keep meeting the grade requirement.

What level can apply?

The STS is mainly for 300-level STEM students in public institutions. Other categories have their own rules.

Can private school students apply?

The main categories target public tertiary institutions. Confirm on the portal before applying.

Where’s the real application site?

The official MTN scholarships page at mtn.ng/scholarships. Ignore other “portals” sent on WhatsApp.

Do I have to pay anything?

No. It’s completely free. Payment requests are a scam.

Final Thoughts

The MTN Foundation scholarship 2026 is one of those awards that actually delivers, year after year. If you’re a STEM student in a public school with good grades, you’d be foolish to ignore it.

So do this: confirm the deadline on the official portal, sort your CGPA details, and apply early. Then bookmark this page and check back the moment a new round opens, you’ll want to be among the first to apply.

If this cleared things up for you, share it with a coursemate. Let them eat too.

Always apply only on the official MTN scholarships page and confirm the live deadline.

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