The Ondo State Scholarship Board remains active, but its online registration page currently says “Portal Closed.” The 2025/2026 application round reported earlier in 2026 has ended. Use this page as an eligibility and preparation guide, and confirm a new opening on the official Board website before applying.
The Ondo State Scholarship Board provides scholarships, bursaries and other financial assistance to eligible students of Ondo State origin in recognised tertiary institutions. The Board’s official website continues to provide eligibility rules, screening requirements and an application route, although registration is currently closed.
This updated guide replaces the expired 2025 deadline and old award figures with the Board’s current general rules, so students can understand the different support categories and prepare for a future application window.
Is the Ondo State Scholarship Application Open?
Not at the time of this update. The official registration page currently displays “Portal Closed” and asks applicants to check back later. Do not rely on the old May 2025 deadline or assume that an “Apply Now” button on a general page means registration is presently accepting submissions.
A 2025/2026 application round was reported earlier in 2026 with a March 2026 deadline, but that period has passed. AfricanBase will treat a later cycle as open only when the Board’s registration system or an official announcement confirms it.
Who Can Receive Ondo State Scholarship or Bursary Support?
The Board is responsible for supporting students of Ondo State origin in recognised tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Its responsibilities include bursaries, scholarships, assistance to medical students already in clinical studies, assistance to physically challenged students and support connected with Nigerian Law School students.
General Scholarship Rules
- At least one academic session: The Board states that a scholarship candidate must have completed at least one academic session so that first-year performance can be used to assess eligibility.
- Academic performance: Scholarship renewal depends on satisfactory academic performance.
- Study mode: Students on part-time, pre-degree or certificate programmes are not eligible for either scholarship or bursary awards under the Board’s general rules.
- Conduct: Fraud, dishonesty, malpractice or other misconduct can lead to termination of an award.
Scholarship vs Bursary vs Financial Assistance
The categories should not be treated as identical. A scholarship is tied more directly to academic eligibility and performance, while the Board also disburses bursaries to Ondo State students in recognised tertiary institutions. Separate financial-assistance responsibilities include support for medical students in clinical studies and physically challenged students.
The Board’s current public pages do not establish the old ₦100,000 scholarship, ₦10,000 bursary and ₦50,000 special-support figures as permanent award amounts. Those figures have therefore been removed from this guide. Always check the specific application notice for the amount attached to a new cycle.
Academic Requirements
The Board’s general rules establish that scholarship applicants must have completed at least one academic session. Recent 2025/2026 application information reported that undergraduate scholarship applicants needed to be in second year or above, with programme-specific CGPA thresholds.
Because academic thresholds can be stated differently between application cycles and programme types, applicants should confirm the exact CGPA requirement in the official notice for the cycle they intend to apply for rather than relying on an old threshold indefinitely.
Screening Documents
The Board’s official screening page lists verification measures intended to prevent fraud and impersonation. These include:
- A letter of identification from the Head of Department of the applicant’s institution.
- A valid school identification card issued by the institution.
- Verification and monitoring by the Scholarship Board to confirm studentship.
A new application cycle may require additional documents, so use the current application instructions when registration reopens.
How to Apply When the Portal Reopens
- Visit the official Ondo State Scholarship Board website.
- Check that registration is actually open before creating or submitting an application.
- Read the eligibility and general rules for the current award cycle.
- Complete the official application form and provide the requested documents.
- Follow the Board’s screening and verification instructions.
- Keep evidence of your submission and monitor official communications for further instructions.
Avoid Scholarship Fraud
Use the official Scholarship Board website rather than paying an individual who claims to control selection. The Board’s screening process specifically addresses fraud and impersonation, and applicants should verify any payment request, deadline or application link before providing personal information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Ondo State Scholarship portal open now?
No. As of 20 September 2026, the official registration page says the application portal is closed.
Can first-year students receive the scholarship?
The Board’s general rules state that scholarship candidates must have completed at least one academic session because first-year examination performance is used to determine eligibility.
Are part-time students eligible?
No. The Board’s general rules state that students on part-time, pre-degree or certificate courses do not qualify for scholarship or bursary awards.
How much does Ondo State pay scholarship recipients?
Award amounts can change. Applicants should use the amount stated in the official notice for the current application cycle rather than relying on figures from an older year.
Final Note
The Ondo State Scholarship Board remains an active source of educational financial support for eligible Ondo State students, but application windows and award details change. Check the official portal for a confirmed opening, read the current rules carefully and avoid submitting applications through outdated links or unofficial intermediaries.
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