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About the 2025 TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship
The 2025 TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMSS) is now open to applications! This highly competitive scholarship provides financial support of ₦200,000 annually to deserving undergraduate students studying in Nigerian universities.
If you are a Nigerian student currently in your 100 or 200 level and enrolled in a full-time, NUC-accredited undergraduate program, this scholarship could be your ticket to a financially stress-free academic journey.
The TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship is one of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives of TotalEnergies EP Nigeria Limited, aimed at promoting educational excellence and capacity development across Nigeria.
Since its launch in 2003, the scholarship has impacted the lives of over 39,000 Nigerian students, enabling them to pursue their university education without financial constraints.
The program supports talented and hardworking students in Nigerian public universities by providing annual monetary grants throughout their undergraduate studies.
Eligible Fields
The scholarship is open to students in all fields of study, as long as the course is offered in a Nigerian university accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
Whether you’re in Engineering, Law, Medicine, Social Sciences, or the Arts—you’re eligible to apply as long as your program and school meet the NUC accreditation requirement.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the 2025 TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Be a Nigerian citizen
- Currently be in their 100 or 200 level of a full-time undergraduate program
- Be enrolled in a NUC-accredited Nigerian university
- Have scored at least 200 in the UTME (Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination)
- Maintain a minimum CGPA of 2.5 on a 5.0 scale
- Not be a recipient of any other scholarship sponsored by an oil and gas company or similar body
Selection Criteria
The selection process involves several steps, including:
- Online application submission
- Internal verification of documents and applicant credentials
- Screening based on:
- Academic performance
- Fulfillment of eligibility requirements
- Document authenticity
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be invited for further assessment or communication.
Eligible Countries
- Nigeria only
This scholarship is exclusively for students who are Nigerian citizens and are enrolled in universities located within Nigeria.
Required Documents
While the portal provides the latest list of accepted files, applicants typically need to upload:
- Recent passport photograph
- UTME result slip
- Admission letter from your university
- Most recent statement of result or transcript
- Valid school ID card
- Government-issued ID (e.g., NIN or voter’s card)
Make sure all files are clear and legible before uploading.
Benefits of the 2025 TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship
Successful applicants will receive:
- ₦200,000 per academic year, renewable throughout the duration of their program, subject to maintaining good academic standing
The scholarship is designed to cover:
- Tuition fees
- Study materials
- Living expenses
- Other school-related costs
This financial support helps alleviate the economic burden of tertiary education, especially for high-performing students from underprivileged backgrounds.
How to Apply
Follow the steps below to submit a successful application:
- Visit the TotalEnergies CSR Scholarship Portal
- Click on “APPLY for NMSS” on the homepage
- Create a new account with your email address
- Verify your email through the link sent to your inbox
- Login to your dashboard, then:
- Fill out your personal information
- Provide accurate academic details
- Upload the required documents (as scanned copies)
- Submit your application before July 1, 2025
Final Thoughts
The TotalEnergies National Merit Scholarship 2025 presents a fantastic opportunity for deserving Nigerian undergraduates to receive ₦200,000 annually to ease their academic journey. With a straightforward application process and broad field eligibility, there’s no reason not to apply—if you meet the criteria.
Don’t let financial constraints slow you down. Apply now and take a bold step toward achieving your academic goals.
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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