How to apply for NELFUND student loan
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has officially released the application procedure for students seeking to benefit from its 2025/2026 academic session loan scheme.
The initiative, introduced by the Federal Government, is designed to provide financial assistance to eligible Nigerian students enrolled in public tertiary institutions across the country. It aims to help students cover tuition fees and upkeep expenses during their studies.
According to the Fund, applicants are expected to complete their registration online via the official portal nelf.gov.ng by following the outlined steps to ensure proper verification and processing.
“Applicants are expected to complete their registration online via the official portal nelf.gov.ng by following the outlined steps to ensure proper verification and processing,” the Fund stated.
Below is a step-by-step guide on how eligible students can apply for the NELFUND student loan for the 2025/2026 academic session:
Visit the Official NELFUND Website:
Access the portal at nelf.gov.ng and click on the “Apply Now” button.
Begin Registration:
Select “Get Started” and respond to preliminary questions to confirm eligibility.
Verify Educational Details:
Choose your institution from the dropdown list and provide your matriculation number to confirm that your school has submitted your data.
Authenticate with JAMB:
Applicants must verify their profile by entering their JAMB details. For those whose National Identification Numbers (NIN) are not linked to JAMB, the Fund allows the use of NIN for validation.
Create an Account:
Enter a valid email address, set a password, and activate the account through the verification link sent to the provided email.
Log in and Complete Your Profile:
Update your contact, educational, and banking details — including BVN, bank name, and account number.
Apply for the Loan:
Once logged in, click on “Request for Student Loan” and specify whether funds are required for tuition, personal upkeep, or both.
Upload Supporting Documents:
Applicants must upload a scanned copy of their admission letter. Additional documents, such as a student ID card or institution invoice, are optional.
Review and Submit:
Before submission, applicants are advised to carefully review all entries, read the loan terms, agree to the Terms & Conditions and Global Standing Instruction (GSI) Mandate, and then click “Submit Application.”
Track Application Status:
Applicants can monitor their progress under the “Loans” section of their dashboard. Notifications will be sent once a decision is made.
“Applicants can monitor their progress in the ‘Loans’ section of their dashboard. Notifications will be sent once a decision is made,” NELFUND stated.
The Fund further advised applicants to ensure all provided information is accurate to avoid delays in processing. Unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to contact the Fund through the email address provided on its official website.
