NELFUND Opens 2025/2026 Student Loan Portal: Everything Students Need to Know
The Nigerian Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) has officially opened its Student Loan Application Portal for the 2025/2026 academic session, giving students across Nigeria an opportunity to access financial aid for their studies.
According to NELFUND, the loan application window will remain open from Thursday, October 23, 2025, to Saturday, January 31, 2026. The program aims to provide financial relief to both newly admitted and returning students in all accredited tertiary institutions across the country.
A Step Toward Affordable Higher Education
The launch of this loan portal marks a major step in the federal government’s commitment to making higher education accessible and affordable for all. NELFUND urged institutions nationwide to cooperate by uploading verified data of their students on the NELFUND Student Verification Portal — a compulsory step before any loan request can be approved.
“We are calling on tertiary institutions to support this initiative by ensuring all student records are properly verified and uploaded promptly,” a NELFUND official stated.
Key Application Details
- Portal Opening Date: Thursday, October 23, 2025
- Portal Closing Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Eligible Applicants: Fresh and returning students in accredited universities, polytechnics, and colleges of education across Nigeria
Important Guidelines for Institutions and Students
To ensure a seamless loan process, NELFUND outlined several key directives:
- Student Identification: Fresh students may apply using their Admission Number or JAMB Registration Number in place of their Matriculation Number.
- Institutional Flexibility: Schools are encouraged to show understanding with fee payment and registration deadlines for students awaiting loan disbursement.
- Academic Calendar Submission: Institutions yet to commence the 2025/2026 session should forward their approved academic calendar to NELFUND for proper scheduling.
- Provisional Registration: Schools are urged to allow temporary registration for students whose loan applications are still under review, ensuring that financial delays do not hinder academic progress.
How to Contact NELFUND
For support or technical assistance, students and schools can reach NELFUND through any of the following official channels:
- Email: [email protected]
- X (Twitter): @nelfund
- Instagram: @nelfund
- Facebook & LinkedIn: Nigerian Education Loan Fund – NELFUND
- Official Website: www.nelf.gov.ng
Final Note
The NELFUND Student Loan Application stands as a game-changer for Nigeria’s higher education sector, providing financial stability for students who might otherwise struggle to fund their education.
Eligible students are strongly advised to apply early to avoid last-minute issues and to ensure their loan approval before the new academic session begins.
With the NELFUND initiative, financial barriers should no longer stop any Nigerian student from achieving their academic dreams.
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