Studying medicine or engineering in Nigeria is expensive, and the textbooks alone can drain an account. If that is your situation, the Agbami Scholarship 2026 is worth your attention. It is one of the most respected awards for medical and engineering undergraduates in the country, and many students miss it simply because no one told them in time.
What the Agbami Scholarship 2026 is
The Agbami Scholarship 2026 is the Agbami Medical and Engineering Professionals Scholarship, funded by Star Deep Water Petroleum Limited (a Chevron company) and its Agbami joint-venture partners. Its purpose is to strengthen Nigeria’s pool of doctors and engineers by supporting promising students early in their studies, so treat it as an investment in your future rather than a handout.
Who can apply for the Agbami Scholarship 2026
- Full-time 100 or 200 level undergraduate in a Nigerian university.
- Studying an approved medical or engineering course, such as Medicine, Pharmacy, Dentistry, Nursing or a core engineering discipline.
- A minimum CGPA, commonly around 3.5 on a 5.0 scale.
- At least six O’level credits and a solid UTME score.
It is open to students from every state, so where you come from is not a barrier. Always confirm the exact course list and cut-offs for the current round before you apply.
How to apply
Applications are handled online. Create your profile and submit through the official application portal at Scholastica, attach the documents requested, and apply early rather than at the deadline rush. No genuine scholarship asks you to pay an agent for selection, so ignore anyone who does.
Documents you should prepare
Have these ready before the portal opens so you are not scrambling: your current CGPA result or a statement from your department, your O’level result with at least six credits, your UTME result, your admission letter or student ID showing your level and course, a valid means of identification, and a recent passport photograph. Scan each one clearly, because blurred or cut-off uploads are a common reason good applications get set aside. Keep the file sizes within whatever the portal allows.
How selection usually works
The award is competitive and merit-based. After you apply online, shortlisted candidates are typically invited for an aptitude test, and those who pass move to a verification or interview stage before final selection. Your CGPA, your O’level and UTME performance, and how you do in the screening all feed into the decision. State of origin does not count against you, since the scheme runs nationwide, but strong academics clearly help. Prepare for the test the way you would for any exam, and keep an eye on the email and phone number you used to apply, since an invitation you miss is an opportunity gone. A calm, well-prepared candidate almost always edges out a stronger one who treated the screening casually.
Common questions
Is it only for medical and engineering students? Yes, the award targets those fields specifically, in line with its sponsors’ focus.
Does my state of origin affect my chances? No. It is open nationwide, judged on your course, grades and eligibility.
What if my CGPA is just below the mark? Confirm the current threshold on the portal, since requirements can shift slightly between rounds.
Tips to strengthen your application
- Keep your CGPA comfortably above the stated minimum rather than hugging the line.
- Gather your results, admission details and ID before the portal opens.
- Submit early and double-check every uploaded document for clarity.
If you are weighing your options, compare it with the NNPC Chevron Scholarship and the Commonwealth Scholarship.
You may also like: UNIBEN Post-UTME 2026: Official Status and Safe Application Guide
Related guides
- NELFUND Student Loan: How to Apply in Nigeria
- PTDF In-Country Scholarship 2026/27: Official Status and Eligibility
- Chevening Scholarship for Nigerians: 2027/28 Official Application Guide
- Commonwealth Scholarship for Nigerians: How to Apply and Win (Fully Funded UK Study)
Reviewed by Miles Obi, Careers and Scholarships Editor at Jobviza.
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