If you are an undergraduate student and an indigene of Enugu State looking for financial support to continue your degree, the ESSELB Undergraduate Scholarship offers exactly that — funding and support from your State Government’s scholarship board.
To apply for the ESSELB Undergraduate Scholarship you must meet each of the following conditions:
- You must be a bonafide indigene of Enugu State.
- You must have gained full-time admission into a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution (university) and be pursuing a first degree programme.
- For undergraduate scholars you must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 or above (or its equivalent) in your current institution.
- You must submit all required supporting documents in one PDF file (not more than 1 MB) when applying via the portal.
Required Documents
- Valid means of identification
- Certificate of LGA of Origin
- Admission letter from institution
- Letter of acceptance of admission
- Attestation letter from your community HRH
Application Steps
Here’s how to apply for the undergraduate scholarship:
- You will need to collect the Application Voucher from the board’s office at 28 Okpara Avenue, Old CCB Building, Enugu or by calling one of the listed helpline numbers.
- Gather all required documents for your scholarship category.
- Visit the application portal at apply.esselb.en.gov.ng and log in using your voucher.
- Select the “Undergraduate Scholarship” category. (Ensure you choose the correct category, don’t apply multiple times.)
- Fill in your personal and academic information, upload your documents (in one PDF under 2 MB) and submit before the deadline.
- After submission you will be notified via the portal if you are shortlisted. Shortlisted applicants may be required to take an online computer-based test (CBT) or participate in further screening.
Application Timeline & Important Notes
- According to the latest update, the undergraduate scholarship intake is open to Enugu indigenes studying in 100 and 200 level in any Nigerian tertiary institution.
- Applicants must ensure all fields are completed, documents properly uploaded, and the application is submitted early. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the portal closes may not be accepted.
- The portal number of slots may be limited; the 2025-2026 round lists around 500 slots for undergraduate category.
Benefits of the ESSELB Undergraduate Scholarship
The scholarship comes with multiple benefits beyond just financial aid. Successful applicants can expect:
- Tuition Support: Partial or full coverage of tuition fees, depending on available state funding.
- Financial Relief: Helps offset academic expenses such as textbooks, accommodation, or research materials.
- Merit Recognition: Awardees receive recognition from the Enugu State Government for their academic excellence and discipline.
Application Deadline:
November 28, 2025.
Why You Should Apply
For undergraduate students in Enugu State, this scholarship is a meaningful pathway to ease the financial burden of your degree. By securing scholarship support from your State through ESSELB, you gain financial relief, credibility in your academic journey and improved focus on studies rather than tuition stresses. It also signals to potential employers and postgraduate programmes that you were selected based on merit and need — a plus in your academic and career portfolio.
