Applications are open for the Oyo State Government 2025/2026 General Bursary Award. The Oyo State Scholarship programme provides financial assistance to eligible final-year students of Oyo State origin studying at public tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
The Oyo State Bursary Award registration opened on 14 October 2026 and closes on Monday, 2 November 2026.
In this guide, you will find the Oyo State Scholarship 2026 eligibility requirements, benefits, required documents, application process, and deadline.
About Oyo State Bursary Award 2025/2026
The Oyo State Government Bursary Award supports eligible students with financial assistance during their final year of study.
The programme targets qualified indigenes of Oyo State enrolled in public tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
Students searching for the Oyo State Government Scholarship should note that this opportunity is a general bursary award with specific eligibility conditions.
Benefits of Oyo State Bursary Award
The bursary provides financial assistance to eligible students to support their educational expenses.
Some reports mention award amounts ranging from ₦100,000 to ₦500,000. However, the official payment schedule has not been confirmed in the information available for this update. Applicants should verify the amount through official announcements.
Oyo State Scholarship Requirements
To qualify for the Oyo State Scholarship Board 2026 bursary, applicants must:
- Be an indigene of Oyo State.
- Be a final-year undergraduate, HND, NCE, clinical, aviation, or maritime student.
- Attend a public tertiary institution in Nigeria.
- Be a full-time student.
- Not study overseas.
- Not attend a private tertiary institution.
Final-year law students are excluded from this particular bursary award.
Oyo State Bursary Documents Required
Prepare the following documents before completing your Oyo State Scholarship Application:
- Letter of admission.
- Local government identification.
- Current course registration form endorsed by your Head of Department.
- Passport photograph.
- Proof of membership in the Federation of Oyo State Student Union (FOSSU).
Students who need FOSSU registration should visit Fossu.com.ng
How to Apply for Oyo State Scholarship 2026
Follow these steps to complete your Oyo State Scholarship Application Form.
- Visit the official Oyo State Scholarship Portal through a verified government announcement.
- Complete the application form with accurate personal and academic details.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review your information carefully.
- Submit your application and save your confirmation number.
- Monitor your email and phone for updates.
Use the verified Oyo State Scholarship Board application portal 2026. Avoid unofficial websites and agents requesting payment.
Oyo State Bursary Application Deadline 2026
The registration period runs from 14 October 2026 to Monday, 2 November 2026.
The stated closing time is 11:59 p.m. West Africa Time (WAT) on 2 November 2026.
Complete your Oyo State Scholarship Registration early to avoid last-minute technical problems.
How to Check Oyo State Bursary Application Status
After submitting your application:
- Goto bursary portal.
- Open the application status section, if available.
- Enter your application number and requested details.
- Follow the instructions on the portal.
- Monitor your email and phone for official notifications.
If online status tracking is unavailable, contact the Oyo State Scholarship Board through its verified contact channels.
Application closes on Monday, 2 November 2026.
